Senior Program Manager - Physical Security (CPP, PSP, or PMP preferred)

About the Role

The Senior Program Manager, Physical Security will own and evolve the physical security program protecting Torus System sites and critical infrastructure. You will serve as the recognized physical security expert within Torus’ product line, building governance frameworks, responsible for owning and managing guard force programs, and ensuring Torus System sites are secure to the highest standard for critical infrastructure.

This role sits at the intersection of strategic program ownership and hands-on execution. You'll partner closely with Install Teams, Contracting, IT/Security, Legal Facilities, and site leadership to protect critical infrastructure while balancing regulatory compliance (including NERC CIP physical security requirements relevant to grid-connected energy systems) with the pace of a fast-moving manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Shape Physical Security Strategy — Develop, drive, and continuously refine physical security strategy across all Torus sites, ensuring consistent standards, layered controls, and alignment with business growth.
• Develop Policies & Governance — Lead creation and continuous improvement of physical security policies for Torus sites, SOPs, post orders, and access control governance. Ensure policies are documented, communicated, enforced, and reviewed as threats and the business evolve.
• Support Critical Infrastructure Compliance — Partner with teams across the business and third parties to ensure physical controls appropriately protect sensitive manufacturing IP and satisfy applicable regulatory frameworks, including NERC CIP-014 physical security requirements for grid-connected assets.
• Conduct Physical Security Vulnerability Assessments (PSVAs) — Plan, execute, and review PSVAs across sites to identify risks, evaluate existing controls, and recommend mitigations. Translate findings into remediation plans and capital investment proposals, tracking closure to completion.
• Manage Guard Force & Vendor Operations — Own contract guard force programs, including MSAs, SOWs, KPIs, and SLAs. Ensure vendor performance, post coverage, training standards, and cost effectiveness across all sites.
• Own Budgeting & Financial Management — Build and manage OpEx/CapEx budgets for the physical security program. Develop business cases and ROI analyses for security investments (access control, cameras, sensors, barriers), manage POs and vendor invoicing, and track actuals against forecast.
• Establish KPIs, SLAs & Metrics — Build and maintain a performance measurement framework for physical security, including dashboards and reporting cadences that drive accountability and continuous improvement.
• Own Access Control & Credentialing — Administer badge/access control systems, role-based access models, visitor management, and credentialing across manufacturing floors, labs, and corporate space.
• Integrate with Security Operations — Partner with teams across the business and third parties to ensure the security architecture is monitored and appropriately consumed (cameras, tamper sensors, access events) into broader security monitoring and incident response workflows.
• Anticipate Future Needs — Apply forward-thinking analysis to anticipate evolving physical security needs as Torus expands manufacturing capacity and site count.

Required Experience

• 8+ years of progressive experience in physical security, security operations, or a related discipline, with exposure to multi-site or critical infrastructure/manufacturing environments
• Demonstrated experience developing, implementing, and governing physical security policies, standards, and SOPs at the enterprise level
• Hands-on experience conducting and reviewing Physical Security Vulnerability Assessments (PSVAs) and translating findings into actionable remediation plans
• Experience managing contract guard force programs, including MSA/SOW administration, vendor performance management, and KPI/SLA oversight
• Strong knowledge of access control systems, role-based access models, and credentialing/badging platforms
• Strong analytical skills with proven ability to define, track, and report on KPIs, SLAs, financial performance, and operational metrics
• Excellent communication and influencing skills, with the ability to engage and advise senior leadership and cross-functional partners
• A self-starter who identifies what needs to be done and executes without waiting to be directed

Preferred Experience

• Bachelor's degree in security management, criminal justice, facilities management, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Industry certifications such as CPP (Certified Protection Professional), PSP (Physical Security Professional), or PMP
• Experience in energy, utility, critical infrastructure, or manufacturing environments
• Familiarity with NERC CIP, OSHA, and other applicable physical security or safety frameworks
• Experience owning and managing security program budgets, including OpEx/CapEx planning, forecasting, and financial reporting
• Experience building business cases, ROI models, and multi-year capital plans for enterprise security programs
• Experience standing up or scaling security programs at greenfield or rapidly expanding facilities

Additional Details

Background Check All candidates are subject to a background check.

Location This role is based on-site/hybrid in Salt Lake City, with regular presence required at GigaOne. Travel to other Torus locations in Salt Lake and Utah counties may be required. Travel to Torus sites currently in Utah and Oregon with expected expansion to other states.

Compensation $130,000–160,000 (Note: We have the flexibility to hire at different levels, which may impact the corresponding pay range.)

Work Authorization Applicants must already have the legal authorization to work in the US without requiring any employer sponsorship.

Physical Requirements

• Regularly operates a computer and other peripheral office equipment such as a printer or mouse.
• Ability to communicate information so others can understand. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
• Must report to work reliably and with the ability to use full and unimpaired skills and judgment to safely execute your job.
• Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English required.
• When on the production floor, required to don personal protective equipment to include, but not limited to ear protection, gloves, eye protection and/or safety helmet.
• When on the production floor, ability to observe, detect and respond to audible and visual machine malfunction warnings.

Our Perks & Benefits

Benefits eligibility is based on employment status.

Financial

• Employee Rewards Package including equity
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• Torus paid life and AD&D Insurance with options to purchase additional coverage
• Voluntary short- and long-term disability insurance

Health & Wellness

• Health Benefits Package: Choice between traditional PPO or HSA-eligible medical plans with Torus covering 50% of medical premiums; Dental insurance; and Vision insurance
• Plan participants have access to telehealth services, mental health support and coaching, and exclusive discounts on brands, dining, entertainment, and more.

Time Off

• Unlimited discretionary PTO or 10 days annual PTO
• 10 paid company holidays
• Waiting period-free 100% paid parental leave

Culture & Community

• Regular company-wide offsites to showcase our progress and learnings. A time to step back, think strategically, and work on the business together.
• Team members receive Torus branded gear
• Peer Recognition Program
• Fully stocked break rooms with free snacks and drinks. Because great work deserves great fuel.

Torus is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

Torus participates in E-Verify. Once you accept a job offer, we will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from your Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.

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