Executive Director, Security

Executive Director, Security

Locations:

Los Angeles, California

Job Category:

Management/Leadership

Position Type:

Full-Time

Shift:

Days

Job Description

Join a team that's shaping the future of pediatric care. Children’s Hospital Los Angeles is consistently ranked among the top 10 children's hospitals in the nation, delivering world-class care through more than 350 specialized programs and services. Here, world-class experts in medicine, research, and education work together to deliver family-centered care to more than 155,000 patients each year. At CHLA, your work will help build brighter tomorrows for the children and families we serve.

Overview

Purpose Statement/Position Summary:

The Security Executive Director has strategic oversight of CHLA Security. Manages, supervises, plans, and directs the hospital's security program and security personnel. Develops, implements, and enforces security strategies, policies, procedures, and standards to ensure the safety and security of patients, visitors, staff, property, assets, and organizational information. Maintains compliance with applicable security regulations, standards, and organizational policies. Conducts security assessments, inspections, and monitoring activities, including oversight of physical security technologies and digital risk monitoring programs. Oversee efforts to identify, assess, and mitigate online threats, publicly exposed information, and reputational risks through ongoing monitoring, threat intelligence, information suppression, and remediation activities. Develops and delivers security-related training and communications to ensure staff are informed of security policies, procedures, and potential risks. Establishes and maintains operational plans for emergency response, disaster recovery, evacuation, workplace violence prevention and response, and other security-related incidents. Coordinates with local, state, and federal agencies, as well as external security partners, to remain current on security threats, directives, regulations, and best practices. Develop and implement protocols that promote a secure environment for patients, staff, and visitors.

Minimum Qualifications/Work Experience:

Required:

• 8+ years of progressive experience in physical security, security operations, workplace violence prevention, threat assessment and management, investigations, emergency preparedness, security technology, and law enforcement coordination, with demonstrated success in conducting security risk assessments; developing security strategies, policies, budgets, staffing models, and performance metrics; and exercising strong leadership, communication, problem-solving, change management, and discretion in handling sensitive and confidential matters.

Preferred:

• Extensive knowledge of healthcare security operations, including the protection of patients, visitors, staff, physicians, facilities, and critical infrastructure, with demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with clinical and administrative leaders, Human Resources, Legal, Risk Management, Marketing and Communications, Information Technology, and law enforcement, as well as strong knowledge of healthcare accreditation standards and applicable federal, state, and local regulatory requirements related to hospital security and workplace safety.

Education/Licensure/Certification:

Required:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and substantial relevant professional experience.

• Demonstrated knowledge of the Hospital Incident Command System (HICS), National Incident Management System (NIMS), and Incident Command System (ICS), including experience supporting hospital emergency operations, incident command and coordination with law enforcement, fire, EMS and other public safety partners.

Preferred:

• Advanced degree in security management, criminal justice, business administration, healthcare administration, emergency management or related discipline.

• One or more of the following: Certified Protection Professional (CPP), Physical Security Professional (PSP), Certified Healthcare Protection Administrator (CHPA), and/or Certified Threat Manager (CTM).

• Prior law enforcement, military, government security or other relevant public safety experience combined with substantial healthcare security leadership experience.

Pay Scale Information

USD $171,600.00 - USD $267,696.00

CHLA values the contribution each Team Member brings to our organization. Final determination of a successful candidate’s starting pay will vary based on a number of factors, including, but not limited to, education and experience within the job or the industry. The pay scale listed for this position is generally for candidates who meet the specified qualifications and requirements listed on this specific job description. Additional pay may be determined for those candidates who exceed these specified qualifications and requirements. We provide a competitive compensation package that recognizes your experience, credentials, and education alongside a robust benefits program to meet your needs.

About Us

CHLA is a leader in pediatric and adolescent health, in our community, across the nation, and around the world . As a premier Magnet®-recognized teaching hospital, CHLA offers an environment rooted in learning, collaboration, and compassionate care. . We are home to groundbreaking research, clinical innovation, and a culture that supports personal and professional growth.

Since 1932, CHLA has been affiliated with the Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California. Through this partnership and our own enduring mission, we remain committed to creating hope and building healthier futures.

CHLA is an Equal Opportunity Employer

At Children’s Hospital Los Angeles, our work matters. And so do each and every one of our valued team members. We consider qualified applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran or military status, genetic information or any other legally protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. We will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal history, in a manner consistent with the requirements of state and local laws, including the LA City Fair Chance Ordinance and SF Fair Chance Ordinance.

Qualified Applicants with disabilities are entitled to reasonable accommodation under the California Fair Employment and Housing Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act. Please contact CHLA Human Resources if you need assistance completing the application process.

Our various experiences, perspectives and backgrounds allow us to better serve our patients and create a strong community at CHLA.