The VP, Protective Services and Emergency Management provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for all aspects of systemwide security, safety, and protective services across Atlantic Health System. This role is responsible for a large, diverse portfolio, including physical security, cybersecurity alignment, emergency management partnership, executive protection, parking and transportation, and telecommunications operations.

The VP leads a team of 200+ in-house and contracted personnel, managing an annual operating budget of approximately $14.3M+, while ensuring the implementation of best-in-class cyber, technological, physical, and operational security practices that align with healthcare regulatory requirements and industry standards.

Strategic Leadership & Governance Define and execute a comprehensive, systemwide security strategy aligned with Atlantic Health System’s mission, risk posture, and operational priorities

Establish policies, standards, and metrics to ensure consistency, compliance, and continuous improvement

Serve as trusted advisor to executive leadership on risk, safety, and resilience

Security Operations & Risk Management Oversee all physical security operations, including hospital campuses, ambulatory sites, and administrative locations

Integrate security technologies (e.g., access control, surveillance, threat detection) with cyber and IT infrastructure

Lead enterprise risk assessments and mitigation planning to proactively address evolving threats

Emergency Management & Preparedness Serve as the Security subject matter expert (SME) for the Emergency Support Function

Partner closely with Emergency Management to develop and execute contingency plans for local, regional, and national events

Ensure readiness for disruptions, including natural disasters, workplace violence, and public health emergencies

Executive Protection & Special Events Design, implement, and lead the Executive Protection program

Provide comprehensive security planning and risk mitigation for senior leaders and high-profile events

Oversee security coordination for large-scale system events and external engagement

External Partnerships & Collaboration Build and maintain strong relationships with federal, state, and local law enforcement, intelligence agencies, and healthcare security networks

Represent Atlantic Health System in regional and national security forums

Coordinate multi-agency response efforts when needed

Auxiliary Services Oversight Provide leadership for systemwide parking, transportation, and telecommunications operations

Ensure these services are efficient, patient-centered, and aligned with safety and operational goals

Core Competencies

Strategic & Systems Thinking

Ability to anticipate emerging risks and design proactive, scalable security strategies

Balances long-term vision with operational execution

Executive Presence & Influence

Builds trust and credibility with senior leadership, clinicians, and external partners

Communicates complex risk concepts clearly and confidently

Crisis Leadership & Resilience

Demonstrate calm, decisive leadership in high-pressure situations

Leads through ambiguity and ensures organizational readiness

Collaboration & Relationship Building

Fosters strong cross-functional partnerships (clinical, HR, IT, facilities, legal)

Builds productive relationships with external stakeholders and agencies

Operational Excellence

Drives performance through data, metrics, and accountability

Ensures consistency and quality across a large, complex system

Innovation & Continuous Improvement

Leverages technology and industry best practices to enhance safety and efficiency

Promotes a culture of continuous learning and improvement

People Leadership & Talent Development

Leads engages, and develops a large, diverse workforce

Promotes a culture of professionalism, service, and accountability

Builds strong leadership bench strength and succession plans

Equity, Safety & Culture Alignment

Champions a culture of psychological and physical safety

Ensures security practices are equitable, respectful, and patient-centered

Aligns security operations with Atlantic Health System’s values and commitment to inclusive care

Salary range; $343,687 - $476,073 base salary only; excludes leadership incentive.

Senior leadership experience in healthcare security, law enforcement, military, or a similarly complex environment

FBI/Secret Service Experience Preferred

Proven experience managing large teams, budgets, and multi-site operations

Expertise in physical security, emergency management, and integrated security technologies

Strong understanding of healthcare operations and regulatory requirements

Demonstrated success partnering with executive leadership and external agencies