Cascadia Global Security

Provides veteran-focused physical security services nationwide

Security Operations Manager

Security Guarding & PatrolPosted on Nov 11

Full-timeHouston, TX, USA

About the Job

Requirements

A minimum of five years of full-time supervisory or management experience, with demonstrated responsibility for leading and managing personnel.
Ability to supervise employees, enforce performance standards, and manage operational teams.
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, including professional communication with employees, clients, and executive leadership.
Ability to work independently, prioritize responsibilities, and make sound decisions with minimal supervision.
Strong organizational, time-management, and multitasking skills.
Experience resolving personnel issues, operational challenges, and workplace conflicts.
Ability to exercise sound judgment, maintain confidentiality, and demonstrate professionalism in challenging situations.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and ability to learn scheduling, reporting, and workforce management systems.
Valid driver's license and ability to travel regularly to assigned client locations.
Ability to respond to operational emergencies and urgent staffing needs outside normal business hours when necessary.
Five professional references are required, including at least one former or current supervisor from each leadership position held; references must include the individual's name, professional title, organization, relationship to the applicant, phone number, and email address.
Resumes must include complete employment history and specific details about supervisory and management experience, including each leadership role's title, dates, length of time in the position, and number of personnel directly supervised.

Responsibilities

Oversee daily security operations across multiple assigned client sites, ensuring consistent service delivery and compliance with company standards.
Provide direct leadership, supervision, coaching, and accountability for assigned supervisory and security personnel.
Establish clear performance expectations and ensure personnel consistently meet operational requirements.
Communicate proactively and professionally with clients, employees, supervisors, and executive leadership.
Identify, assess, and resolve operational issues independently without requiring constant direction or oversight.
Oversee staffing, scheduling, employee attendance, overtime management, and shift coverage.
Conduct regular site inspections and evaluate personnel performance, operational effectiveness, and compliance with post orders.
Address employee performance deficiencies through coaching, corrective action, and appropriate documentation.
Develop and implement operational improvements that increase efficiency, accountability, and client satisfaction.
Build and maintain client relationships, address concerns promptly, and identify opportunities to improve service.
Monitor operational performance indicators, including staffing coverage, overtime, employee retention, and service quality.
Assist with recruiting, interviewing, hiring, onboarding, and developing qualified security personnel.
Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, company policies, and contractual obligations.
Respond to critical incidents and operational emergencies, providing effective leadership and timely communication.
Manage resources responsibly while maintaining operational efficiency and financial accountability.
Provide accurate and timely operational reports and recommendations to executive leadership.

Desired Qualifications

Prior law enforcement or military leadership experience.
Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice, Business Administration, Management, Emergency Management, or a related field.
Experience managing security operations, multiple facilities, or geographically dispersed teams.
Experience managing supervisors or other management-level personnel.
Knowledge of private security operations, regulatory compliance, or risk management.
Experience with budget management, labor cost control, or operational performance metrics.
Formal leadership, incident command, or emergency management training.

NOW HIRING: OPERATIONS MANAGER
Cascadia Global Security | Texas Operations
Annual Salary: $90,000–$110,000, based on qualifications and experience
Position Type: Full-Time | Management

Position Overview

Cascadia Global Security is seeking an experienced, highly motivated, and results-driven Operations Manager to oversee daily security operations, lead personnel, and ensure operational excellence across assigned client locations.

Exceptional communication skills are the number one requirement for this position. The ideal candidate must be an effective communicator (verbal and written), proven leader, independent decision-maker, and proactive problem-solver who can manage complex operations with minimal supervision.

We are seeking a leader who takes ownership, holds personnel accountable, anticipates operational challenges, and consistently delivers results. This position requires someone who can work independently, exercise sound judgment, and lead by example while maintaining the highest standards of professionalism and service.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee daily security operations across multiple assigned client sites, ensuring consistent service delivery and compliance with company standards.
Provide direct leadership, supervision, coaching, and accountability for assigned supervisory and security personnel.
Establish clear performance expectations and ensure personnel consistently meet operational requirements.
Maintain proactive and professional communication with clients, employees, supervisors, and executive leadership.
Independently identify, assess, and resolve operational issues without requiring constant direction or oversight.
Oversee staffing, scheduling, employee attendance, overtime management, and shift coverage.
Conduct regular site inspections and evaluate personnel performance, operational effectiveness, and compliance with post orders.
Address employee performance deficiencies through coaching, corrective action, and appropriate documentation.
Develop and implement operational improvements that increase efficiency, accountability, and client satisfaction.
Build and maintain strong client relationships, promptly addressing concerns and identifying opportunities to improve service.
Monitor operational performance indicators, including staffing coverage, overtime, employee retention, and service quality.
Assist with recruiting, interviewing, hiring, onboarding, and developing qualified security personnel.
Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, company policies, and contractual obligations.
Respond to critical incidents and operational emergencies, providing effective leadership and timely communication.
Manage resources responsibly while maintaining operational efficiency and financial accountability.
Provide accurate, timely operational reports and recommendations to executive leadership.

Required Qualifications

A minimum of five (5) years of full-time supervisory or management experience is required, with demonstrated responsibility for leading and managing personnel.
Proven ability to supervise employees, enforce performance standards, and effectively manage operational teams.
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate professionally with employees, clients, and executive leadership.
Demonstrated ability to work independently, prioritize responsibilities, and make sound decisions with minimal supervision.
Strong organizational, time-management, and multitasking skills.
Proven experience resolving personnel issues, operational challenges, and workplace conflicts.
Ability to exercise sound judgment, maintain confidentiality, and demonstrate professionalism in challenging situations.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and the ability to learn scheduling, reporting, and workforce management systems.
Valid driver's license and ability to travel regularly to assigned client locations.
Ability to respond to operational emergencies and urgent staffing needs outside normal business hours when necessary.

Preferred Qualifications

Prior law enforcement or military leadership experience.
Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice, Business Administration, Management, Emergency Management, or a related field.
Previous experience managing security operations, multiple facilities, or geographically dispersed teams.
Experience managing supervisors or other management-level personnel.
Knowledge of private security operations, regulatory compliance, or risk management.
Experience with budget management, labor cost control, or operational performance metrics.
Formal leadership, incident command, or emergency management training.

Compensation & Benefits
Cascadia Global Security offers a competitive compensation and benefits package designed to attract experienced operational leaders.

Annual Salary: $90,000–$110,000, commensurate with qualifications and experience.
100% Employer-Paid Employee Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (effective on hire date)
401(k) Retirement Plan Option
Company-Provided Take-Home Vehicle
Company Expense Account for authorized business-related expenses.
Opportunity for professional growth and advancement within an expanding organization.

Who We Are Looking For
We are not simply looking for someone to fill a management position. We are looking for a proven leader who can take ownership of an operation, develop personnel, solve problems, and consistently deliver results.
The successful candidate will not wait to be told what needs to be done. They will recognize challenges, communicate effectively, take initiative, and execute solutions.
If you are an experienced leader who values accountability, professionalism, clear communication, and operational excellence, we encourage you to apply.

How to Apply
Resumes must include a complete employment history, with specific details regarding all supervisory and management experience. For each leadership position held, applicants should identify their job title, dates of employment, length of time in the position, and the number of personnel directly supervised.
Additionally, applicants must provide five (5) professional references, including at least one former or current supervisor from each position in which they held a leadership role. References should include the individual's name, professional title, organization, relationship to the applicant, phone number, and email address.
Cascadia Global Security is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

About the Company

Cascadia Global Security

Provides veteran-focused physical security services nationwide

Cascadia Global Security provides physical security services across the United States. They focus on guarding services, including armed and unarmed security officers, vehicle patrols, executive protection, event staffing, and off-duty police for higher-risk locations. Since 2026, they are part of Deus X Defense, which adds integrated technology like drone patrols and remote monitoring to support security operations. The company builds its offerings around local deployment teams supported by a national infrastructure, with tailored security protocols and extensive training to reduce turnover. The business emphasizes hiring veterans to bring military discipline and teamwork to security work, serving clients from retail and real estate to government facilities and energy sites. Their goal is to protect people and property with reliable, well-trained personnel and coordinated security strategies across multiple industries and locations.

Company size: 51-200
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Kent, WA
Founded: 2018

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