NextDecade · 18 hours ago
Manager, Security
Brownsville, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expNextDecade is committed to providing the world access to reliable, lower-carbon energy. The Manager of Security will serve as the primary security leader for the Rio Grande LNG facility, managing physical security functions and ensuring compliance with security regulations.
EnergyIndustrialNatural ResourcesOil and Gas
Responsibilities
Prepares, writes, updates, and reviews security plans, guard post orders, canine assets, to include the FSA and FSP to remain in compliance with MTSA
Serves as Facility Security Officer (FSO)
Be the leader of the above and the primary point of contact with all regulatory security agencies and other external stakeholders
Lead USCG Facility Security Plan development and implementation in collaboration with relevant NextDecade staff and external stakeholders
Manage or support emergency drills and assessment evaluation when required
Conducts security risk assessments, assesses intelligence and provides executive protection when called upon
Develop and conduct comprehensive physical security training
Conduct and evaluate security exercises and drills that test the protocols and procedures, resolving the efficiency and functionality of such plans
Ensures operational security readiness
Develop updates and audits security programs submitted to government authorities
Develop updates and reviews security training programs to ensure compliance with applicable regulations
Manage security incidents ensuring swift resolution, minimal disruption, and identifying lessons to improve processes and responses continually
Build partnerships with internal stakeholders to enable their work and to maintain a secure work environment
Acts as First Point of Contact for escalation of issues on Physical Security and responds accordingly
Ensure compliance with all applicable policies, procedures, rules, and regulations
Identify crime trends/issues, potential risks and security hot topics and develops effective mitigations and response
Creates close working relationships with Federal, State and Municipal law enforcement agencies and intelligence agencies to glean and assess intelligence information that could impact the company or its personnel
Assists and performs physical security risk assessments, audits, and inspections of NextDecade locations and makes appropriate recommendations to improve the protection of assets
Develops professional relationships with departmental stakeholders, security service providers and regulators to review assigned security programs and drive continuous compliance improvement
Performs regular outreach visits and audits to ensure compliance with applicable security regulations at all NextDecade locations
Develops data driven reporting to show compliance and performance trends for responsible programs
Formulates and tracks KPI’s to measure security and guard force performance
Works with internal and external partners to ensure tools (e.g. systems, reporting, performance monitoring, process aids, etc.) are in place to ensure efficient and compliant implementation of required measures
Represents NextDecade at industry trade association meetings as requested
Maintain lists of all critical emergency contacts that the company may need in a security event
Leads security audits and prepares annual Security Assessment
Identifies the need for, develops, reviews, and evaluates security related reports, surveys, and audits
Ensures security employees are adhering to security procedures through constant evaluation and frequent patrol of RGLNG property
Prepares security related reports and information for management as required
Qualification
Required
Minimum 10 years of experience related to the knowledge and skills demanded by the position (e.g., armed forces security, military police, federal law enforcement, or corporate security)
Background which consists of the ability to obtain the necessary licenses as required by the position
Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance
Ability to obtain FSO Certification
A high level of interpersonal skills and social sensitivity are required. The candidate comes into contact with employees at all levels of the organization. The candidate is a resource for the organization and must be an effective listener and communicator. The candidate must set an example in attitude, behavior, and work ethic
Demonstrates professional judgment, problem-solving skills, and an ability to handle and direct personnel in stressful situations
Demonstrates supervisory proficiency as it relates to performance monitoring, coaching, and performance review
Capable of interacting with executive staff, other company employees, clients, and vendors (as may be necessary for the completion of assigned duties)
Demonstrates command of private security operations
Capable of evaluating a range of situations with minimal supervision to arrive at a proper solution
Possesses advanced computer skills necessary for report writing, interdepartmental communication, PowerPoint presentations and records management and related Windows-based software
Possesses and maintains a professional attitude, bearing and appearance
Demonstrates an ability to multitask with strong organizational, project management, and problem-solving skills
Must be able to obtain and maintain a TWIC card
Advanced understanding and experience with Physical Security Technology Systems and Software
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in a related field of study is preferred
Federal law enforcement experience working with critical infrastructure and MTSA
Experience managing a global access control system
Equivalent experience in managing a large robust guard force and an MTSA regulated facility
Experience with assessing corporate security risks
Company
NextDecade
NextDecade is an LNG development company focusing on LNG export projects and associated pipelines.
201-500 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2025 (8)
2022 (3)
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$8.76BKey Investors
General AtlanticMUFG BankTotalEnergies
2025-09-10Post Ipo Equity· $1.7B
2025-09-09Post Ipo Debt· $5.18B
2025-01-06Post Ipo Debt· $175M
Leadership Team
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Tarik Skeik
Chief Operating Officer
James MacTaggart
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