Project Manager, Security Systems & Technology

As part of CAA's Global Safety & Security Organisation, the role is responsible for key security systems and technology projects related to access control, video management, and other security technology and systems. The role coordinates people and processes to ensure projects produce the desired results on time and within budget, across new offices, mergers and acquisitions, service and maintenance, and operational projects. It also coordinates and oversees security systems implementation in close collaboration with physical security operations leadership and interdepartmental partners such as IT and Facilities.

• Define project scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with internal teams and department guidelines.
• Create and maintain detailed project plans, timelines, and milestones.
• Allocate resources, forecast costs, and track spending to stay within the approved budget.
• Identify potential risks, find solutions, and resolve issues or delays.
• Support the implementation of technology solutions aligned with corporate security strategy and budget guidelines, and maintain operational processes to ensure security standards are maintained.
• Update project teams regularly on project progress and status.
• Maintain an in-depth knowledge of state-of-the-art security equipment standards and technology encompassing all physical security products.
• Coordinate installation, upgrade, conversion, or servicing of alarm systems, access controls, video cameras, burglary, radio systems, and all other types of physical security equipment.
• Provide system solutions to specific security concerns identified through stakeholder requests and security audits.
• Support product research, feasibility studies, project planning, tracking, quality assurance, and overall vendor communication and management.

• Ten (10) plus years of experience in physical security technology programs, with six (6) or more years leading large-scale projects and portfolios.
• Deep understanding and knowledge of enterprise physical security systems: Genetec VMS and ACS, visitor management platforms (e.g., Envoy), and cloud/SaaS architectures.
• Strong design and construction fluency: Revit/CAD workflows, reading and marking architectural/security drawings, submittals/RFIs, and commissioning.
• Skilled in vendor management and negotiations, including RFPs.
• Knowledge and experience in working with information technology, security applications, and practices.
• Strong sense of teamwork, flexibility, and problem-solving abilities.
• Able to work collaboratively and build productive relationships, both external and internal, across levels and functions.

• Bachelor's degree and relevant certifications such as PSP, PMP, CPP, NICET, CCNA, or Genetec certifications are preferred.

• Primarily required to be on site at the CAA office in Los Angeles, California, with global scope.

• Eligible for a discretionary bonus.

• Competitive compensation and benefits package for all regular full-time employees.
• Company pays 80%-100% of the cost for medical insurance, basic life and AD&D insurance, telemedicine, employee assistance and mental health counselling in person, virtually, or through text, paid vacation/holidays, paid sick time, paid parental leave and other paid leaves of absence, NICU leave, bereavement resources, adoption benefits, educational assistance, mental health resources
• And an employee assistance plan.
• Voluntary benefits include dental and vision insurance, a 401K plan, flexible spending accounts (health care and dependent care), a health savings account, and voluntary life and AD&D insurance.
• Commuter benefits.
• Other statutory mandated benefits are also offered.

Creative Artists Agency (CAA) is the leading entertainment and sports agency, with global expertise in filmed and live entertainment, digital media, publishing, sponsorship sales and endorsements, media finance, consumer investing, fashion, trademark licensing, and philanthropy; the trailblazer of the agency business, CAA was the first to build a sports business, create an investment bank, launch a venture fund, found technology start-up companies, establish a philanthropic arm, build a business in China, and form a brand marketing services division, among other innovations.