Guard Force Project Manager - Security Operations

Location: U.S. Embassy - Wellington, New Zealand

Satellite Support Location: U.S. Consulate General - Auckland, New Zealand

Compensation: 90,000 - 100,000 NZD

CGS is currently seeking a qualified and experienced Project Manager (PM) to lead and manage the local guard force ("LGF") program. The ideal candidate will have a proven background in security operations, exceptional leadership skills, and the ability to thrive in high-pressure environments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide daily oversight and proactive program management of the local guard force.
• Serve as the primary liaison with the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) on contract performance and security posture.
• Analyze regional and local security threats and implement effective countermeasures.
• Maintain up-to-date and accurate data in the myLGP system.
• Conduct quarterly visits to all covered U.S. Mission locations.
• Ensure full compliance with contract requirements, quality control standards, and contingency plans.
• Be available 24/7 and respond in-person within one hour when requested by the COR or GTM.

Requirements

• Completion of secondary education, polytechnic school, National Diploma, or Associate degree.

• Minimum 5 years of supervisory or command-level experience in police, military, security, or local guard force management.
• At least 5 years of experience in New Zealand or surrounding region.
• Strong understanding of overseas security environments and U.S. Mission-related threats.
• Proficiency in English and local language at S4/R4 level.
• Advanced computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Office).
• Experience with all levels of communication and team/project management.

Additional Required Skills:

• Deep expertise in physical security and access control.
• Operational knowledge of guard force units and response protocols.
• Effective use of communications and radio procedures.
• Must understand operational methods of all guard force units and zones for response, and maintain a professional demeanor under highly stressful circumstances
• Strong planning, risk assessment, and resource management abilities.
• Oversight of quality control and contract compliance.
• Valid host-country driver’s license.
• Firearms certification (as required by local law and contract).
• Must be authorized to work in New Zealand (no employment sponsorship or relocation support offered)
• Must reside in Wellington.
• Must be accessible at all times and dedicated full-time to this role.