Security Project Manager Jobs in New York
Security Project Manager jobs in New York are in high demand, concentrated in physical security, IT security infrastructure, and critical facilities protection, with openings from entry-level coordinators through senior program leads. New York City, Albany, and Buffalo are the primary hiring metros, anchored by major employers like IBM, JPMorgan Chase, and Con Edison, all of which maintain large security operations teams in the state. The most sought-after specialties in New York listings are electronic security systems, risk and compliance management, and integrated security operations for financial and government clients. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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About Us
Care Security Systems is a family-driven, high-performance security integration company serving enterprise-level clients across NYC. We believe in professionalism, integrity, timeliness, appearance, and genuine care for our clients and for each other. Our culture is built on teamwork, growth, and delivering gold-standard service every time. If you're a motivated, energetic technician who takes pride in your work, wants to keep growing, and loves solving problems for clients who appreciate quality, you'll feel at home here.
Position Summary
We're looking for a dedicated Technician/Project Manager with strong hands-on experience in enterprise CCTV and access-control systems to be Care Security's on-site presence at a major healthcare facility client. This is a high-visibility, high-ownership role, you'll be both the hands-on technician performing service work and the person organizing, prioritizing, and driving open items to completion. You will become Care's go-to person at this account.
This role is ideal for someone who:
- Can work independently as a hands-on tech while also managing multiple open service items like a project manager
- Is a strong communicator who can build a real relationship with client-side personnel
- Has the maturity and professionalism to represent Care Security inside an active healthcare environment
- Is highly organized and can juggle numerous simultaneous requests without letting things fall through the cracks
- Lives in or is willing to be based out of Westchester County, Yonkers, or the Bronx
What You'll Do
- Serve as Care Security's dedicated, primary technician at a major healthcare account
- Personally perform hands-on service, troubleshooting, and repair of CCTV, access control, and related field devices
- Take ownership of all open service requests, organize, prioritize, and follow through until resolved
- Troubleshoot issues across cameras, access control, networking, cabling, power, and field devices
- Develop and maintain a strong working relationship with client-side facility personnel
- Document work clearly and communicate consistently with Care Security's internal team
- Manage numerous simultaneous service requests and keep them moving without losing track of priorities
- Maintain a high standard of professionalism, reliability, and appearance while working in an active healthcare environment
Required Experience
- Strong hands-on experience with commercial/enterprise CCTV and access-control systems
- Proven troubleshooting ability across cameras, access control panels, networking, cabling, power, and field devices
- Experience functioning as both a technician and a project manager, someone comfortable doing the work and owning the outcome
- Experience working in a customer-facing role with an institutional or enterprise client
- Track record of managing multiple concurrent service requests and prioritizing effectively
Technical Skills We're Looking For
- Solid CCTV installation and service background: IP cameras, cabling, terminations, NVR/platforms
- Access control panel/controller troubleshooting and servicing
- Card readers, door hardware, electronic locks, and field devices
- Solid understanding of IP networking (switches, PoE, addressing, device connectivity)
- Ability to diagnose real-world field issues quickly and accurately
- Experienced with Cat5e/Cat6, low-voltage cabling, and field troubleshooting
Leadership & Soft Skills
- Excellent customer-facing skills and the maturity to represent Care Security well with client staff
- Strong communicator, you'll be a key point of contact between the client and Care's internal team
- Highly organized and dependable you own your open items until they're closed
- Positive, solution-oriented mindset
- Reliable, punctual, and committed to delivering top-tier work
- Comfortable working independently with minimal day-to-day supervision
Other Requirements
- Must live in or be willing to be based out of Westchester County, Yonkers, or the Bronx
- Valid driver's license
- Able to lift 50 lbs, climb ladders, and work in varied environments
- Ability to pass background checks and meet any site access requirements of the facility
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive hourly rate, based on experience
- 401(k) with company matching
- Medical, dental & vision insurance
- Life & disability insurance
- Paid time off
- Flexible schedule
- Growth opportunities in a rapidly expanding company
Schedule
- Monday–Friday
- 8-hour shifts
- Some flexibility based on client/service needs
If This Sounds Like You…
You're a seasoned CCTV/access-control technician who's ready to take ownership of a major account, not just complete tickets. You build relationships, you follow through, and you take pride in being the person a client can count on. We'd love to meet you.
Apply today and build a career not just a job with Care Security Systems
Pay: $38.00 - $50.00 per hour
Expected hours: 8.0 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- On-the-job training
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Do you live in or are you willing to be based out of Westchester County, Yonkers, or the Bronx?
- How many years of hands-on experience do you have with commercial/enterprise CCTV and access control systems?
- Do you have experience working in a customer-facing role where you managed multiple open service requests at once?
Work Location: In person
About Us
Care Security Systems is a family-driven, high-performance security integration company serving enterprise-level clients across NYC. We believe in professionalism, integrity, timeliness, appearance, and genuine care for our clients and for each other. Our culture is built on teamwork, growth, and delivering gold-standard service every time. If you're a motivated, energetic technician who takes pride in your work, wants to keep growing, and loves solving problems for clients who appreciate quality, you'll feel at home here.
Position Summary
We're looking for a dedicated Technician/Project Manager with strong hands-on experience in enterprise CCTV and access-control systems to be Care Security's on-site presence at a major healthcare facility client. This is a high-visibility, high-ownership role, you'll be both the hands-on technician performing service work and the person organizing, prioritizing, and driving open items to completion. You will become Care's go-to person at this account.
This role is ideal for someone who:
- Can work independently as a hands-on tech while also managing multiple open service items like a project manager
- Is a strong communicator who can build a real relationship with client-side personnel
- Has the maturity and professionalism to represent Care Security inside an active healthcare environment
- Is highly organized and can juggle numerous simultaneous requests without letting things fall through the cracks
- Lives in or is willing to be based out of Westchester County, Yonkers, or the Bronx
What You'll Do
- Serve as Care Security's dedicated, primary technician at a major healthcare account
- Personally perform hands-on service, troubleshooting, and repair of CCTV, access control, and related field devices
- Take ownership of all open service requests, organize, prioritize, and follow through until resolved
- Troubleshoot issues across cameras, access control, networking, cabling, power, and field devices
- Develop and maintain a strong working relationship with client-side facility personnel
- Document work clearly and communicate consistently with Care Security's internal team
- Manage numerous simultaneous service requests and keep them moving without losing track of priorities
- Maintain a high standard of professionalism, reliability, and appearance while working in an active healthcare environment
Required Experience
- Strong hands-on experience with commercial/enterprise CCTV and access-control systems
- Proven troubleshooting ability across cameras, access control panels, networking, cabling, power, and field devices
- Experience functioning as both a technician and a project manager, someone comfortable doing the work and owning the outcome
- Experience working in a customer-facing role with an institutional or enterprise client
- Track record of managing multiple concurrent service requests and prioritizing effectively
Technical Skills We're Looking For
- Solid CCTV installation and service background: IP cameras, cabling, terminations, NVR/platforms
- Access control panel/controller troubleshooting and servicing
- Card readers, door hardware, electronic locks, and field devices
- Solid understanding of IP networking (switches, PoE, addressing, device connectivity)
- Ability to diagnose real-world field issues quickly and accurately
- Experienced with Cat5e/Cat6, low-voltage cabling, and field troubleshooting
Leadership & Soft Skills
- Excellent customer-facing skills and the maturity to represent Care Security well with client staff
- Strong communicator, you'll be a key point of contact between the client and Care's internal team
- Highly organized and dependable you own your open items until they're closed
- Positive, solution-oriented mindset
- Reliable, punctual, and committed to delivering top-tier work
- Comfortable working independently with minimal day-to-day supervision
Other Requirements
- Must live in or be willing to be based out of Westchester County, Yonkers, or the Bronx
- Valid driver's license
- Able to lift 50 lbs, climb ladders, and work in varied environments
- Ability to pass background checks and meet any site access requirements of the facility
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive hourly rate, based on experience
- 401(k) with company matching
- Medical, dental & vision insurance
- Life & disability insurance
- Paid time off
- Flexible schedule
- Growth opportunities in a rapidly expanding company
Schedule
- Monday–Friday
- 8-hour shifts
- Some flexibility based on client/service needs
If This Sounds Like You…
You're a seasoned CCTV/access-control technician who's ready to take ownership of a major account, not just complete tickets. You build relationships, you follow through, and you take pride in being the person a client can count on. We'd love to meet you.
Apply today and build a career not just a job with Care Security Systems
Pay: $38.00 - $50.00 per hour
Expected hours: 8.0 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- On-the-job training
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Do you live in or are you willing to be based out of Westchester County, Yonkers, or the Bronx?
- How many years of hands-on experience do you have with commercial/enterprise CCTV and access control systems?
- Do you have experience working in a customer-facing role where you managed multiple open service requests at once?
Work Location: In person
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What New York Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in security project manager jobs across New York.
- Physical Security Professional (PSP) or Certified Protection Professional (CPP) certification preferred
- Five or more years of experience managing security projects in commercial or government environments
- Demonstrated experience with electronic security systems including access control and CCTV integration
- PMP certification or equivalent project management credential strongly preferred by New York employers
- Familiarity with New York City building codes, DOB requirements, and NYPD security guidelines
- Strong proficiency with project management software such as MS Project, Procore, or similar platforms
Security Project Manager Jobs in New York: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a security project manager in New York?
The most direct path into a security project manager role in New York is combining a background in security systems, law enforcement, or IT security with a project management credential such as a PMP. New York does not issue a state-specific security project manager license, but many employers require a licensed security guard supervisor certification from the New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services for roles with direct oversight of personnel. A bachelor's degree in security management, criminal justice, or engineering strengthens candidacy significantly.
How much do security project managers make in New York?
Security project managers in New York earn a median of about $121,040 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $74,580 for the lowest 10% to over $192,160 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire security project managers in New York?
Employers hiring security project managers in New York right now include Care Security Systems, Convergint, and Allied Universal, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. New York's concentration of financial institutions, healthcare systems, and large-scale infrastructure projects means demand is especially consistent among enterprise-level organizations with complex, multi-site security requirements.
Which New York cities have the most security project manager jobs?
The cities with the most security project manager openings in New York are New York, Henrietta, and Westchester County. New York City dominates the distribution because of its density of financial headquarters, government facilities, and large commercial real estate portfolios, while Albany draws openings tied to state government contracts and Buffalo reflects growing demand from healthcare systems and manufacturing campuses in western New York.
Are there remote security project manager jobs in New York?
Yes, but they're limited, because security project management frequently requires on-site assessments, vendor coordination, and physical inspections that cannot be done remotely. About 33% of security project manager openings tied to New York are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting how hands-on the role tends to be. The portions of the work most likely to be done remotely include documentation, scheduling, and compliance reporting rather than installation oversight or site walks.
How can I get hired as a security project manager in New York with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is moving into a security project coordinator or junior project manager role from an adjacent position such as security systems technician, facilities coordinator, or loss prevention supervisor. Large New York employers like hospital networks including NYC Health and Hospitals and major property management firms often post associate-level project roles that do not require prior PM experience. Earning a CompTIA Security Plus certification or completing an online PMP preparation course strengthens an application considerably for candidates without a formal project management background.
Where can I find and apply to security project manager jobs in New York?
You can find and apply to security project manager jobs in New York on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state updated in real time. Search the listings, identify the roles that match your experience and target location, and apply directly to each one without needing to create a profile or sign up.
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