Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. By bringing the expertise, technology, and business model of the 21st century’s most innovative companies to the defense industry, Anduril is changing how military systems are designed, built and sold. Anduril’s family of systems is powered by Lattice OS, an AI-powered operating system that turns thousands of data streams into a realtime, 3D command and control center. As the world enters an era of strategic competition, Anduril is committed to bringing cutting-edge autonomy, AI, computer vision, sensor fusion, and networking technology to the military in months, not years.

Job Description
As the Global Guard Force Manager, you will be responsible for leading the establishment, development, and management of Anduril’s hybrid guard force, a blend of in-house and contracted personnel. This crucial role within the Global Corporate Security team focuses on the immediate priority of strengthening and optimizing our guard force operations. Reporting directly to the Deputy Director of Global Physical Security Operations, you will ensure that our guard force is equipped, trained, and fully prepared to protect our employees, facilities, and assets across all locations, starting with a strong foundation at our Costa Mesa HQ and expanding to cover all operational areas.

Your Role:
As the Global Guard Force Manager, you will spearhead the development and implementation of a comprehensive guard force program that aligns with Anduril’s security vision and operational requirements. You will be directly involved in the recruitment, training, and leadership of our internal guard force members, creating synergies with contracted guards to form a cohesive and efficient team. Your responsibilities will also include the continuous evaluation and refinement of guard force protocols and performance, ensuring the highest standards of physical security are upheld globally.You will work closely with Anduril’s various business lines to support our employee protection and asset protection goals. You will develop and maintain necessary relationships to support the security objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop and manage a global guard force program that integrates both proprietary and contracted guards, setting a new standard for physical security operations.
Lead the recruitment, training, and ongoing professional development of in-house guard force personnel, fostering a culture of excellence and readiness.
Establish clear operational guidelines, performance metrics, and accountability structures for the guard force, ensuring consistency and quality across all sites.
Work closely with the Global Security Systems and Infrastructure team to align guard force activities with overall security systems and protocols.
Collaborate with the Crisis and Emergency Management program to enhance guard force response capabilities during emergencies and crisis events.
Conduct comprehensive risk assessments specifically focused on guard force deployment and effectiveness, adapting strategies to mitigate potential threats.
Create and maintain up-to-date security plans and SOPs that reflect the active role of the in-house guard force in our security strategy.
Directly manage the guard force budget, ensuring funds are allocated efficiently and impactfully to support guard force excellence.
Implement and oversee a visitor management system that leverages guard force presence to secure company premises effectively.

Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
5 years of experience in physical security operations.
Proven track record of managing security projects from inception to completion.
Proven; Must have led a guard force or security guards/teams
High ethical standards.
Analytical and problem-solving aptitude.

Preferred:

Extensive corporate security experience, including program management or equivalent in law enforcement (8+ years preferred).
Proficiency with security technologies related to access control, surveillance, and intrusion detection.
Strong understanding of security operations and crisis management standards.
Exceptional customer service, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work flexibly, manage time effectively, and prioritize tasks.

US Salary Range

$114,000—$171,000 USD

The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full time offers; and are considered part of Anduril’s total compensation package. Additionally, Anduril offers top-tier benefits for full-time employees, including:

Platinum Healthcare Benefits: For U.S. roles, we offer top tier platinum coverage (medical, dental, vision) that are 100% covered by Anduril for you and 90% covered for your dependents.
- For UK roles, Private Medical Insurance (PMI): Anduril will cover the full cost of the insurance premium for an employee and dependents.
- For AUS roles, Private health plan through Bupa: Coverage is fully subsidized by Anduril.
Basic Life/AD&D and long-term disability insurance 100% covered by Anduril, plus the option to purchase additional life insurance for you and your dependents.
Extremely generous company holiday calendar including a holiday hiatus in December, and highly competitive PTO plans.
16 weeks of paid Caregiver & Wellness Leave to care for a family member, bond with your baby, or tend to your own medical condition.
Family Planning & Parenting Support: Fertility (eg, IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carrier coverage with additional benefits and resources to provide support from planning to parenting.
Mental Health Resources: We provide free mental health resources 24/7 including therapy, life coaching, and more. Additional work-life services, such as free legal and financial support, available to you as well.
A professional development stipend is available to all Andurilians.
Daily Meals and Provisions: For many of our offices this means breakfast, lunch and fully stocked micro-kitchens.
Company-funded commuter benefits available based on your region.
Relocation assistance (depending on role eligibility).
401(k) retirement savings plan - both a traditional and Roth 401(k). (US roles only)

The recruiter assigned to this role can share more information about the specific compensation and benefit details associated with this role during the hiring process.

Anduril is an equal-opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. The Anduril team is made up of incredibly talented and unique individuals, who together are disrupting industry norms by creating new paths towards the future of defense technology. All qualified applicants will be treated with respect and receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, uniform service, Veteran status, age, or any other protected characteristic per federal, state, or local law, including those with a criminal history, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the CA Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. We actively encourage members of recognized minorities, women, Veterans, and those with disabilities to apply, and we work to create a welcoming and supportive environment for all applicants throughout the interview process. If you are someone passionate about working on problems that have a real-world impact, we’d love to hear from you!

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