Topstep
Senior Physical Security Manager
Chicago, IL · Senior · Full-time
Sponsorship not specified$160k-$180kDetected 8 days ago
ComplianceNegotiationHRISControlsZero TrustLeadershipCommunicationCollaboration
About the role
- Company Culture & Perks - Topstep is an engaging working environment that ranges from fully remote to hybrid.
- We foster a culture of collaboration by keeping cameras on during meetings and maintaining a robust Slack environment for communication. - Seven Company-paid Holidays and generous Family Leave.
- Topstep offers a food and groceries budget and contributes towards health and wellness.
Responsibilities
- System Implementation & Operationalization: Select and project-manage the deployment of a unified, cloud-based Access Control (ACS) and Visitor Management System (VMS) across all 5 offices.
- Hardening & Risk Assessment: Conduct comprehensive Physical Security Risk Assessments (PSRA) for all sites. Identify vulnerabilities and implement physical hardening measures (ballistic glass, reinforced entries, etc.).
- Emergency Preparedness: Author and maintain all Emergency Action Plans (EAPs). Lead tabletop exercises and floor warden training for fire, life safety, and active threat scenarios.
- Asset Protection & Disposal (Hardware & IP): Design and enforce protocols to secure and destroy, at end of life, Sensitive Proprietary Information and IT Hardware.
- Security Culture & Awareness: Develop and launch an Anti-Tailgating Awareness Program. Transition the company culture from "passive politeness" to "active security" through training and social engineering testing.
- 8 + years of progressive experience in corporate security management, with a demonstrable track record of building and scaling physical security programs from "ground zero" in high-growth technology or financial services environments.
- Ability to design and facilitate sophisticated tabletop exercises and emergency response simulations for senior leadership, bridging the gap between physical safety and business continuity.
- Influential Communication: Exceptional "soft skills" with the ability to build a security-first culture without introducing unnecessary friction
- Influential Communication: Exceptional "soft skills" with the ability to build a security-first culture without introducing unnecessary friction; able to translate complex physical risks into business-impact language for C-Suite stakeholders.
- As the Physical Security Manager, you will be the foundational lead for our physical protection strategy.
Requirements
- Expert-level proficiency in selecting, procuring, and implementing enterprise-grade, cloud-native Access Control (ACS) and Video Management Systems (VMS), specifically integrating these with HRIS and Identity Providers.
Skills
- Notice Pursuant to 775 ILCS 5/2-102(L).
- Topstep LLC uses artificial intelligence ("AI") in connection with its recruitment and hiring process.
Compensation
- New Hire Base Salary Range
Benefits
- Seven Company-paid Holidays and generous Family Leave.
- Paid time off is front-loaded.
- Competitive 401(k) matching, health, dental, and vision insurance are offered for full-time employees
- Vacations are encouraged with a bonus for taking 5 consecutive days.
- This position is eligible for a performance-based bonus as provided by the plan terms and governing documents.
- Company Culture & Perks
Company info
- Develop and launch an Anti-Tailgating Awareness Program.
- Transition the company culture from "passive politeness" to "active security" through training and social engineering testing.
Equal opportunity
- Employer
- Topstep is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where all employees and applicants are valued. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status, in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
- Interested in the role? Apply today with your resume!
- Notice of Use of Artificial Intelligence in Recruitment and Hiring: Notice Pursuant to 775 ILCS 5/2-102(L). Topstep LLC uses artificial intelligence ("AI") in connection with its recruitment and hiring process. Examples include, but are not limited to, AI tools used to improve job descriptions, generate interview questions, draft communications, assist with scheduling, and source candidates, as well as AI features built into third-party platforms such as LinkedIn, Indeed, and Glassdoor. Topstep will not use AI that has the effect of subjecting employees or applicants to discrimination on the basis of any protected class under the Illinois Human Rights Act.
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