Advanced Security Project Manager

About us

Johnson Controls a global leader in thermal management mission-critical building systems energy efficiency and decarbonization helps customers use energy more productively reduce carbon emissions and operate with the precision and resilience required in rapidly expanding industries such as data centers healthcare pharmaceuticals advanced manufacturing and higher education.

For more than 140 years Johnson Controls has delivered performance where it really matters. Backed by advanced technology lifecycle services and an industry-leading field organization we elevate customer performance turn goals into real-world results and help move society forward.

What you will do:

We are seeking an experienced Advanced Security Project Manager to lead the planning design implementation and delivery of enterprise physical security projects. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical knowledge of electronic access control systems IP-based CCTV/video management systems security networking and infrastructure deployments while demonstrating exceptional project management vendor management and stakeholder communication skills. This role is responsible for managing security technology projects from initial requirements gathering and design through installation commissioning testing training and project closeout. The Security Program Manager will work closely with internal business units IT teams security departments architects engineers integrators and vendors to ensure projects are delivered safely on schedule within budget and in accordance with organizational standards.

How you will do it:

• Project Management

  • Own outcomes with accountability safety and integrity by leading multiple security technology projects simultaneously from initiation through closeout.

  • Focus on what matters by developing comprehensive project charters scopes of work schedules budgets and resource plans.

  • Coordinate project activities among internal stakeholders contractors consultants and security integrators.

  • Track project milestones risks issues dependencies and action items.

  • Win as one team by providing regular project status reports and executive-level updates.

  • Manage project budgets forecasts purchase orders change orders and invoices.

  • Ensure project deliverables meet quality operational and cybersecurity standards.

• Security System Design & Implementation

  • Gather business and security requirements from stakeholders.

  • Review and ensure security system designs align with enterprise standards.

  • Manage deployments of critical systems including access control CCTV and intrusion detection solutions.

  • Ensure proper integration of systems with existing infrastructure.

• Vendor & Contractor Management

  • Improve every day by conducting performance reviews and ensuring adherence to schedules and quality standards.

  • Facilitate issue resolution and escalate concerns as needed.

  • Oversee completion of contract deliverables and punch-list items.

• Testing Commissioning & Closeout

  • Develop and execute comprehensive testing and commissioning plans.

  • Validate all system functionalities meet performance requirements.

  • Ensure completion of all necessary documentation and turnover packages.

What we look for

• Bachelors degree in Information Technology Engineering Security Management or a related field (or equivalent professional experience).

• 5 years of experience managing enterprise-level security or IT infrastructure projects from initiation through closeout.

• Proven expertise in physical security systems including:

  • Electronic Access Control Systems (e.g. CCURE 9000)

  • IP-based CCTV and Video Management Systems (e.g. Genetec)

  • Intrusion detection intercom visitor management and biometric solutions

• Strong knowledge of security system architecture low-voltage infrastructure and device integration.

• Demonstrated experience coordinating system design reviewing technical drawings and ensuring adherence to security and operational standards.

• Solid understanding of IT/networking fundamentals including VLANs IP addressing network switches and fiber/copper infrastructure.

• Familiarity with cybersecurity principles and their application within physical security environments.

• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously including scope schedule budget and resource planning.

• Experience with project management methodologies and tools (e.g. Agile Waterfall MS Project Smartsheet or similar).

• Strong vendor and contractor management experience including reviewing proposals managing performance and resolving issues.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to engage technical and non-technical audiences.

• Experience leading cross-functional collaboration with IT security facilities and business teams.

• Ability to oversee testing commissioning and user acceptance processes ensuring system performance and quality standards are met.

• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail in documentation reporting and project tracking

HIRING SALARY RANGE: $107000- 161000(Salary to be determined by the education experienceknowledge skills and abilities of the applicant internal equity and alignment with marketdata.) This position includes a competitive benefits package. The posted salary range reflectsthe target compensation for this role. However we recognize that exceptional candidatesmay bring unique skills and experiences that exceed the typical profile. If you believe yourbackground warrants consideration beyond the stated range we encourage you to apply. Tosupport an efficient and fair hiring process we may use technology assisted tools includingartificial intelligence (AI) to help identify and evaluate candidates. All hiring decisions areultimately made by human reviewers. For details please visit the About Us tab on theJohnson Controls Careers site at Controls International plc. is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin age protected veteran status genetic information sexual orientation gender identity status as a qualified individual with a disability or any other characteristic protected by law. To view more information about your equal opportunity and non-discrimination rights as a candidate visit EEO is the Law. If you are an individual with a disability and you require an accommodation during the application process please visit here.