Manager - Physical Security & Executive Protection
- Location
- Oshkosh, Wisconsin, United States
- Work mode
- On-site
- Employment type
- Full-time
Skills mentioned
- Executive Protection
- Physical Security
- Law Enforcement
- Security Program Management
- Threat Assessment
- Crisis Management
- Vendor Management
- Access Control
- Security Clearance
- Armed Security Officer Certification
- Budget Management
- Business Continuity Planning
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About the job
About Oshkosh Defense, an Oshkosh company
Oshkosh Defense stands behind those who dedicate their lives to protecting others. As an industry-leading tactical vehicle manufacturer, every day we strive to meet or exceed our customers' ever-changing needs with next generation defense technologies and advanced systems. We operate with unparalleled commitment to those who depend on our products and services worldwide to perform their missions.
The Manager - Physical Security & Executive Protection is responsible for the safety, well-being, and personal protection of the Oshkosh Corporation Transport executive leadership team and other Transport team members. This role promotes a safe and secure environment and ensures compliance with local, state, and federal laws. The role is also responsible for enterprise-wide security programs, such as workplace violence prevention and workplace hazard analysis programs.
YOUR IMPACT These duties are not meant to be all-inclusive and other duties may be assigned.
- Provide personal and business-related security to segment executives and/or designees when executives or designees are performing duties as an OSK employee, including domestic and international travel.
- Proactively study the physical site of an event to ensure safety of the company or its designees, and build a plan to secure the environment. Initiate and execute basic protection functions, such as perimeter and access control, identification procedures, etc.
- Lead and develop security protocol for large Transport events; including managing third party security vendors, as needed.
- Collaborate and support the Corporate Director of Security as needed
- Lead the company’s Transportation Security Administration (TSA) approved Armed Security Officer (ASO) Security Program.
- Manage the third-party security vendor’s contract and team.
- Ensure security systems are maintained and available.
- Oversee facility access control for employees, contractors, and visitors.
- Lead strategic Transport global security initiatives across the segments, and handle highly confidential information.
- Conduct business continuity, crisis management, workplace violence and disaster preparedness planning.
- Examine the vulnerabilities of the workplace and lead process improvements to make it secure for team members, customers, and visitors.
- Proactively evaluate potential threats posed on the company or its designees as well as reactively assess a threat or situation which may include partnership and management of the relationship with local authorities, police departments, and FBI.
- Develop positive relationships with local, state and federal agencies and outside specialist/organizations to enhance the credibility of the company's security system.
- Identify training gaps and provide guidance as it relates to broad-based security topics and build or secure training and execute as appropriate.
- Develop annual budgets and capital expenditures for security training programs and security related enhancements.
- Provide guidance to team members traveling to high-risk regions.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice or a relevant field.
- Eight (8) or more years of experience in the field or in a related area.
- Ability to travel 50%
- Minimum 5 years of full time local, state, or federal law enforcement experience.
- Graduate of a state or federal accredited law enforcement academy.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) Armed Security Officer (ASO) certification throughout employment.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a US Govt. Security Clearance throughout employment.
- Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality
- Ability to obtain a concealed carry weapon permit or be eligible to carry a concealed weapon under H.R. 218. The Law Enforcement Officers Safety Act of 2004.
STANDOUT QUALIFICATIONS:
- Personal and/or Senior Executive Protection experience.
- Transportation Security Administration (TSA) Armed Security Officer (ASO) certification.
- Medical responder experience.
- First Aid/CPR/AED certified.
- Capable of deescalating a high tense situation quickly and effectively.
- Active US Govt. Security Clearance.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Physical Demands: Frequent Hearing, Talking, Typing, Fine Dexterity, Manual Dexterity, Upper Extremity Repetitive Motion; Occasional Sitting, Reaching, Climbing, Driving, Bending/Kneeling; Seldom Standing, Walking/Running, Visual,
Pay Range: $103,300.00 - $177,700.00
The above pay range reflects the minimum and maximum target pay for the position across all U.S. locations. Within this range, individual pay is determined by various factors, including the scope and responsibilities of the role, the candidate's experience, education and skills, as well as the equity of pay among team members in similar positions. Beyond offering a competitive total rewards package, we prioritize a people-first culture and offer various opportunities to support team member growth and success.
Oshkosh is committed to working with and offering reasonable accommodation to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to disability for any part of the employment process, please contact us at corporatetalentacquisition@oshkoshcorp.com.
Oshkosh Corporation is a merit-based Equal Opportunity Employer. Job opportunities are open for application to all qualified individuals and selection decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristic. To the extent that information is provided or collected regarding categories as provided by law it will in no way affect the decision regarding an employment application.
Oshkosh Corporation will not discharge or in any manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with Oshkosh Corporation's legal duty to furnish information.
Certain positions with Oshkosh Corporation require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations or the Export Administration Regulations. Applicants for these positions may need to be "U.S. Persons," as defined in these regulations. Generally, a "U.S. Person" is a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or an individual who has been admitted as a refugee or granted asylum.
From Oshkosh's careers page (Workday), checked 2 Nov 2026.
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Posted 2 Nov 2026 · checked 2 Nov 2026 · Report this job