WHO WE ARE
ZBeta is a world-class physical security design, consulting, and managed services firm that partners with some of the most dynamic, high-profile organizations and individuals in the world. We leverage a Data-Driven, Technology-Led, Human-Centered approach in order to help our clients architect and engineer superior physical security solutions, implement them seamlessly, and operate them at peak efficiency. ZBeta prides itself on its level of technical expertise but remains independent and product-agnostic. Our highly experienced team brings decades of security expertise, diverse organizational perspectives, and proven best practices to every project and customer. It is our meticulous attention to detail, and our ability to deliver at scale that positions us to deliver an exceptional customer experience.
Our primary goal is to redefine the standards of professional security, equipping our clients with innovative tools to master today’s challenges and fortify against tomorrow's risks. By consistently delivering exceptional solutions and pioneering advancements in the security field, we can exceed expectations and set new standards of excellence in pursuing our vision.
Find out more about us here.
WHO YOU ARE
You are a forward-thinking strategic partner with a passion for enhancing security measures and fostering community resilience. You excel in fast-paced settings where your leadership abilities can catalyze meaningful transformation. You thrive in a workplace culture that is:
- Innovative
- Strives for Excellence
- Reliable
- Detail Oriented
- Adaptable
- Highly Organized
- Client Obsessed
- Curious
- Resilient
Does this sound like you? If so, join us in our mission to redefine security standards and make a lasting difference in our community.
WHAT YOU'll DO
As a Physical Security Program Manager, you will serve as a physical security advisor and project portfolio manager, providing technical oversight and leadership for the assigned account. This role requires a unique combination of business acumen, communication, leadership, strategy development, tactical ability, and project management skills. The Program Manager is responsible for managing all aspects of the program, including ensuring project delivery and leading and developing a team of Security Design Consultants.
You are a technically savvy, resourceful, knowledgeable, and self-motivated security professional who thrives in a collaborative and supportive environment.
CORE COMPETENCIES
- Growth Minded: Strong self-awareness of strengths and development areas with a curiosity and appetite for change and innovation
- Data-Driven: Strong analytical skills with critical thinking driven by data
- Collaborative: Ability to solicit and understand multiple perspectives
- Evaluative: Ability to evaluate outputs rigorously to ensure consistent excellence in delivery
- Strategic Thinker: Ability to think proactively about the future of the business and relate current business activities to desired outcomes
- People Leader: Ability to lead, inspire, mentor and grow a high-performing team
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
The essential duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:
Program Management
- Ensure compliance of program requirements, regularly audit program performance vs. deliverable commitments and make recommendations for addressing shortfalls.
- Maintain full knowledge and understanding of all project scope of work requirements, commitments, terms, and conditions.
- Responsible for the overall effectiveness and quality of the program, assess, track, and maintain quality and performance of security integrators.
Project Management
- Manage large project portfolio within assigned region.
- Identify project schedule, scope parameters, and oversee security design and implementation per client design requirements and standards.
- Manage early project initiation activities and develop project security scope, schedule, critical deliverables, and requirements.
- Manage scheduling, status, and tracking of critical project tasks, issues, and deliverables.
- Prepare, issue, and manage Scopes of Service documents for security consultant, engineer and integrator Scopes of Work (SOW).
- Evaluate SOW responses and prepare evaluation reports, to include evaluation criteria, scoring, and recommendation details.
Design
- Perform security site evaluations of potential client properties and review proposed design concepts.
- Apply client system design standards to in-progress site design, collaborate with client owner and user group stakeholders to define use cases and verify functional requirements, and produce a security functional specification for the project.
- Review all security system design documentation for compliance with published security requirements, technical standards, and installation standards.
- Redline documentation with corrections and log issues, as required.
Client Relationship
- Accountable for keeping clients informed of project status, including budget, schedule, risks, issues, and successes, and managing the client's expectations around the project design through individual and project team member communication.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for the escalation and resolution of program, design, installation, and technology issues.
Collaborate
- Serve as a primary security point of contact for project teams and stakeholders. Attend regular project design, project management, Owner/Architect/Contractor (OAC), and construction meetings. Provide weekly status updates on ongoing projects and design standard implementation.
- Apply client system design standards, collaborate with client owner and user group stakeholders to define use cases and verify functional requirements, and produce a security functional specification for the project.
Documentation
- Produce project status and issues reports and meet with client stakeholders weekly to review and resolve high-priority project issues.
- Log all instances of issue resolutions that constitute exceptions to the published client security requirements to facilitate effective requirements exceptions reporting and/or requirement document updates.
Management
- Lead, mentor, and manage team, ensuring all program commitments, deliverables, and reporting requirements are met.
- Evaluate performance on a regular basis: provide performance reviews, set professional development goals, and make recommendations for promotion or reward.
- Develop and maintain client and project-specific training for project management team.
WHAT YOU'll NEED
Experience: 7+ years of project management experience, preferably in consulting with external clients on complex, aggressively scheduled data center projects
Education: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience
Knowledge: Working familiarity with low voltage and physical security technology and design concepts
Skills:
- Highly proficient in the use of Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, OneNote, and Visio
- Proficiency in Studio and Bluebeam is a plus
- Proficiency in project management tools, such as MS Project, SharePoint, and QuickBase
- Proficiency in Computer-Aided Design software such as Revit & AutoCAD is a plus
Abilities:
- Demonstrated excellence in communicating and presenting complex information to technical and non-technical stakeholders, both verbally and in written form
- Demonstrated ability to identify critical path activities, prioritize tasks and deliverables, and realize consistent progress
- Demonstrated experience leading a team, acting as a role model while guiding, developing and mentoring others
WHAT WE OFFER
- Competitive salary based on job-related skills, experience, and qualifications
- ZBeta is a remote-first company with a distributed team. This role is open to individuals based in the United States.
- Our excellent benefits package includes 100% paid premiums on health, dental, vision, and life insurance, a 401k retirement plan, and significant work schedule and workplace flexibility.
- Diverse and supportive culture
WHAT'S IMPORTANT TO KNOW
- This position requires the ability to travel to up to 20%
- This is an embedded remote role and will work directly with our client
- This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship
- Candidates must be able to meet client and/or government security screening requirements for the role
- This position requires verification of U.S. citizenship due to citizenship-based legal restrictions. As a condition of employment, the successful candidate will be required to provide proof of citizenship.
- The successful completion of a background check is required upon hire and every two years thereafter
HOW TO APPLY
We look forward to connecting with individuals who are passionate about our mission and can bring diverse contributions to our team — not just those who check all the boxes.
We are committed to creating a supportive, encouraging environment where everyone can fully express their diverse perspectives, showcase their talents, and grow their knowledge, skills, and abilities.
If you're interested in joining our team, please complete the application and submit your resume. We look forward to hearing from you!
