Director of Security & Guest Protection

Job Title & Client Job Title: Director of Security & Guest Protection

Client: Confidential Luxury Hospitality Campus (Franklin/Brentwood, Tennessee)

The client name is not disclosed in the job posting. The organization appears to be a large-scale luxury hospitality property spanning 300+ acres with guest accommodations, private cottages, event venues, wellness facilities, dining operations, and VIP guest services.

2. Client Overview

Confidential Luxury Hospitality Campus

Based on the information provided, this organization operates a high-end hospitality campus that serves luxury guests, VIP visitors, private events, and special productions. The property includes lodging, dining, wellness amenities, outdoor recreation, event spaces, and 24/7 operations.

The environment combines:

• Luxury hospitality
• Private estate-style operations
• Executive/VIP visitor management
• High-end events and productions
• Comprehensive security and emergency preparedness programs

3. Similar Job Titles

Candidates may hold titles such as:

• Director of Security
• Director of Protective Services
• Director of Security Operations
• Head of Security
• Security Operations Manager
• Corporate Security Manager
• Director of Safety & Security
• Hospitality Security Director
• Resort Security Director
• Executive Protection Manager
• Campus Security Director
• Security Program Manager
• Physical Security Manager
• Protective Operations Manager
• Estate Security Director

4. Location & Target Search Radius

Primary Location

• Franklin, Tennessee
• Brentwood, Tennessee

Nearby Areas (Approx. 45-Minute Commute)

• Nashville
• Franklin
• Brentwood
• Nolensville
• Spring Hill
• Thompson's Station
• College Grove
• Murfreesboro
• Smyrna
• La Vergne
• Antioch
• Hendersonville
• Mount Juliet
• Belle Meade
• Green Hills
• Cool Springs
• Fairview

5. Salary

Base Salary: $95,000 - $110,000 annually

Expected Hiring Range

• Most offers expected between $100,000 - $105,000

Compensation may vary based on:

• Experience
• Certifications
• Leadership scope
• Security expertise
• Total compensation considerations

6. Required Experience

Years of Experience

• 8+ years of progressive security experience
• 3+ years managing supervisors and multi-shift security teams

Relevant Industry Background

Experience in one or more of the following:

• Physical Security
• Corporate Security
• Executive Protection
• Emergency Management
• Law Enforcement
• Military Security
• Hospitality Security
• Resort Security
• Private Estate Security
• Campus Security
• Entertainment Venue Security
• Healthcare Campus Security

Additional Experience Required

• VIP protection
• Emergency response leadership
• Incident command
• Security investigations
• Security technology management
• Team leadership and development

7. Requirements (Must-Haves)

Security Leadership

• 8+ years security/protective services experience
• 3+ years leadership experience
• Multi-shift operations management

Security Operations

• Access control
• Surveillance systems
• Alarm systems
• Visitor management
• Security reporting platforms
• Security SOP development

Emergency Management

• Crisis response
• Incident Command
• Fire and life safety
• Evacuation planning
• Severe weather response
• Medical emergency coordination

VIP Protection

• Executive protection coordination
• High-profile guest management
• Confidentiality and discretion

Administrative Skills

• Incident reports
• Risk assessments
• Executive presentations
• Briefings
• Security metrics
• Budget oversight

Additional Requirements

• Valid driver's license
• Ability to work evenings/weekends/holidays
• On-call leadership availability
• Ability to meet licensing and background requirements

8. Nice-to-Haves (Preferred)

• Bachelor's Degree
• Security Management
• Criminal Justice
• Emergency Management
• Hospitality
• Business

Certifications

• ASIS CPP
• ASIS PSP
• FEMA ICS-100
• FEMA ICS-200
• FEMA IS-700
• FEMA IS-800
• CPR Certification
• AED Certification
• First Aid Certification

Additional Preferred Experience

• Hotel Security Leadership
• Resort Security Leadership
• Private Club Security
• Estate Security
• Executive Protection
• Event Security
• Vendor Management
• Contract Management
• Security Technology Implementations

Licensing

• Tennessee Security Registration
• Armed Registration (if required)

9. Benefits

Explicitly Mentioned

• Competitive base salary
• Potential incentive compensation
• Possible relocation support
• Potential vehicle allowance
• Potential phone allowance

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