Launch Operations Security Program Manager

Overview

170+ Years Strong.

Industry Leader.

Global Impact.

At Pinkerton, the mission is to protect our clients.

To do this, we provide enterprise risk management services and programs specifically designed for each client.

Pinkerton employees are one of our most important assets and critical to the delivery of world-class solutions.

Bonded together, we share a commitment to integrity, vigilance, and excellence.

Pinkerton is an inclusive employer who seeks candidates with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives to join our family of industry subject matter experts.

The Launch Operations Security Program Manager , assigned to one of Pinkerton’s largest global clients, will deliver exceptional security management as the client strives to achieve best in class security at scale.

This pivotal role drives mission-critical initiatives that ensure the seamless integration of security protocols throughout launch operations.

This position orchestrates complex logistics, optimizes resources, and manages rigorous timelines while interfacing with high-level stakeholders.

This role involves coordinating the launch security framework and implementing and maintaining security measures that protect assets and operations.

Serving as a subject matter expert in aerospace and security risk management, the Manager skillfully combining technical and interpersonal skills to demonstrate value to business partners and client security stakeholders.

Responsibilities



* Represent Pinkerton’s core values of integrity, vigilance, and excellence.


* Develop and maintain comprehensive project plans for launch operations.


* Coordinate activities between various teams including engineering, logistics, safety, launch control, launch operations, and launch providers.


* Coordinate with the client, NASA, and the Kennedy Space Center on badging operations, foreign national escorting, and VIP escorting.


* Coordinate training programs to ensure team readiness.


* Oversee day-to-day launch security operations at the launch site.


* Ensure compliance with safety protocols and regulatory requirements.


* Identify potential risks and assist with mitigation strategies.


* Conduct regular risk assessments and update contingency plans.


* Manage crisis situations during launch operations.


* Serve as point of contact for on-site launch providers.


* Provide regular updates to leadership.


* Facilitate effective communication between launch ops teams and external partners.


* Maintain accurate and up-to-date project documentation.


* Assist in preparation and present regular status reports, including key performance indicators.


* Assist in conducting post-launch reviews while documenting lessons learned and best practices for future launch operations.


* All other duties, as assigned.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree with at least five years of project management experience, preferably in aerospace ...