National Security Manager

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce is working with a globally recognized, luxury consumer brand that is seeking a National Security Manager in New York, NY to oversee the physical security of its people, facilities, and high-value assets across multiple U.S. locations and corporate events.

Overview:
This role is ideal for a retired senior leader from a major urban police department who has successfully transitioned into a corporate or enterprise security environment and understands how to balance world-class security standards with a premium brand experience. The position requires a strong on-site presence in a traditional corporate setting and provides visibility across executive leadership, real estate operations, legal, and external law-enforcement partners.

Key Responsibilities:
* Lead and oversee physical security operations across multiple corporate facilities and national events
* Manage and develop full-time security staff and third-party contract security teams
* Ensure the effectiveness of access control systems, video surveillance platforms, and biometric/vault security
* Partner closely with Legal, Real Estate Operations, vendors, and law enforcement
* Conduct investigations, incident response, and executive or corporate event security
* Develop, implement, and enforce security SOPs, policies, and emergency action plans
* Ensure employee education around safety, workplace violence prevention, and emergency protocols
* Operate with discretion, sound judgment, and calm under pressure in high-stakes situations

REQUIREMENTS:
* Retired from a major urban police department (e.g., NYPD, LAPD, Chicago PD, etc.)
* 10+ years of law enforcement experience
* Current license to carry a firearm
* Post-retirement corporate or enterprise security experience
* Proven experience managing people and security vendors
* Strong knowledge of: Access control systems; Video surveillance platforms; Incident command and investigations; Emergency response and crisis management
* Willingness to travel periodically to Pennsylvania and Texas
* Ability to meet physical requirements of the role

Preferred Qualifications:
* Experience supporting luxury, high-end, or prestigious brands
* Multi-site or regional security leadership experience
* Background working in corporate headquarters or executive environments
* Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

Compensation & Benefits:
* Highly competitive base salary with annual performance bonus
* Exceptional 401(k) match
* Generous PTO and paid holidays
* Top-tier medical, dental, and vision coverage
* Long-term stability with a prestigious, globally respected luxury brand
* Opportunity to operate at the highest level of corporate security leadership

Why This Role
This is not a typical corporate security position. It offers the chance to lead security operations for a world-class luxury organization that values professionalism, discretion, and excellence - with the resources, support, and benefits to match.

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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