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Position Summary

The AVP I, Security is responsible for the strategic leadership, operational execution, and institutional advancement of the organization’s physical security function. This role serves as the principal architect and steward of a comprehensive, multi-site physical security program (headquarters and backup data center) that aligns with enterprise risk management objectives and applicable regulatory expectations. This role will oversee policy development, security technology infrastructure, personnel management, audit readiness, and training strategy. The successful candidate will demonstrate exceptional judgment, integrity, and discretion, with a capacity to operate independently in areas requiring significant subject matter expertise and executive-level communication.

Summary of Essential Job Functions

Lead the design, implementation, and continuous enhancement of an enterprise-wide physical security program, ensuring alignment with the organization’s operational, and regulatory risk posture
Serve as the subject matter expert and internal consultant on physical security risk mitigation strategies, standards, and emerging threats
Participate in on-call rotation to provide after-hours support as needed. This includes evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed to ensure continuity of operations.
Develop and formalize institutional policies, protocols, and standard operating procedures that govern physical security operations across all business units
Conduct formal threat assessments based on internal complaints, behavioral indicators, and reported incidents
Collaborate with internal stakeholders and serve as the primary liaison to local law enforcement when credible threats are identified, ensuring timely and coordinated response
Provide oversight for the organization's emerging executive protection capabilities, including coordination with external partners to support privacy and security measures appropriate to executive leadership
Provide direct supervision and performance oversight for in-house security staff as well as contract security team consisting of approximately twelve (12) contract security personnel
Design and implement enterprise-wide training programs covering physical security awareness, emergency response, active threat mitigation, workplace violence prevention, and life safety (e.g., CPR, first aid)
Serve as the primary liaison for physical security during internal audits, external examinations, and compliance reviews

Position Requirements

A minimum of eight (8) years of progressive experience in a security related field
A minimum of five (5) years in leadership capacity managing a comprehensive physical security program within a regulated or complex institutional environment
Proficiency with physical security systems and platforms, including video surveillance, electronic access control, and biometric technologies preferred
Superior written and verbal communication skills, with demonstrated capacity to influence, educate, and lead at all organizational levels
Bachelor’s degree required in criminal justice, security management, public administration, or a related field. Will accept work experience in lieu of degree.
Board certification such as Certified Protection Professional (CPP) or Physical Security Professional (PSP) strongly preferred

Credit One Bank, N.A. is a data-driven financial services company based in Las Vegas. Founded in 1984, Credit One Bank offers a spectrum of credit card products for people in all stages of financial life. Credit One Bank is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, disability, sex, sexual orientation, or national origin. Reasonable accommodations can be made for those who require them, including access to job applications and workplace accommodations. Employment at Credit One Bank is based on mutual consent (also known as at-will). This means that employees and the Bank may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause and with or without notice. Please contact the recruiter for this position to learn more. Credit One Bank does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies and is not responsible for related fees.

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