Principal Associate, Workplace Security - Global Workplace Services

Capital One

Last Updated: 11/24/2025 1:26:03 AM

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Current Days Open
83
Reqs Seen
2
Current Min Salary
$102,700.00 (Yearly)
Current Max Salary
$117,200.00 (Yearly)
Historical Time to Fill
69.5
First Seen
8/28/2025
Lowest Min Salary Seen
$102,700.00 (Yearly)
11/24/2025
Highest Max Salary Seen
$117,200.00 (Yearly)
11/24/2025

Full Job Description

Principal Associate, Workplace Security - Global Workplace Services At Capital One, we dare to dream, disrupt and deliver a better way. Our goal is simplebring ingenuity, simplicity and humanity to an industry ripe for change. Our Global Workplace Services (GWS) team is a dynamic organization where development matters as much as our ability to provide collaborative and secure environments that drive connection, innovation and business success. Our commitment extends beyond solutions; it embraces a culture of care. We value, celebrate and respect each teammate's unique talents, experience, and contributions. In GWS, our team manages a diverse portfolio of mixed-use owned and leased properties. Were constantly transforming our workplace to enable our employees to work the way they work best. But it doesnt stop there. We dont just reimagine and create fabulous spaces and amenities, we also manage and operate them and ensure the safety and security of our employees and the communitywere a well-oiled machine! Thats why our team is seeking a dynamic and experienced Principal Associate of Workplace Security to manage the day-to-day operations of physical security for Capital Ones HQs and serve as the primary safety and security point of contact, providing advice and solutions that mitigate physical and safety risks for Capital Ones HQs campus. The ideal candidate should: Demonstrate exceptional communication and interpersonal skills across levels, driving action and decisions that are grounded, clear and concise, and influence outcomes Possess the skill to not only prioritize multiple tasks concurrently, avoiding compromising quality, efficiency, and impact, consistently delivering high-value outcomes Adapts to change, embraces bold ideas, and is intellectually curious. Likes to ask questions, test assumptions, and challenge conventional thinking. Learn how to navigate the organization, anticipate and address concerns with fact-based options Be autonomous in role, demonstrate in-depth safety and security knowledge, and provide lift for team by apply and sharing expertise Appropriately discern and manage information, synthesize multiple data points, and be comfortable working in white space Act with integrity, model growth mindset behavior, and consistently prioritize the big picture over self-interest Grounds severity of issues, recommends practical solutions, and adapts as priorities shift Fosters collaboration, motivates others, and leverages team strengths to drive shared success Have a passion for safety and security and how it influences culture and the environment Thrive in a fast-paced environment that involves working independently and collaborating with others Manage escalated and crisis situations with calm resolve and well managed counsel Key Responsibilities: Operational Excellence Oversee day-to-day safety and security operations for corporate sites within area of responsibility, to include managing third-party security providers responsible for guard services and physical security Oversee safety and security incidents, serve as the point of contact between security, and provide security consulting for internal customers Leverage and analyze data to assess and determine security and safety trends while developing and deploying risk mitigation strategies Conduct regional vulnerability assessments that ensure Capital One LOBs and corporate facilities are compliant with corporate standards, industry requirements and regulations pertaining to safety and security Collaborate with security and workplace service teams to align corporate site and security objectives, and support evolving business needs Plan and oversee security for corporate events, including risk assessments, resource coordination, and on-site support to ensure safe and secure environments Partner closely with the Senior Manager of Workplace Security and extended Global Workplace Services team to execute against strategic operational objectives Implement and lead life safety programming, including emergency drills, training, and preparedness initiatives, to ensure safety and regulatory compliance Project & Program Management Lead and contribute to multi-stakeholder projects and initiatives, with a clear focus on outcomes, aligning objectives with organizational priorities and regional needs Drive projects based on defined priorities; ensure scope of deliverables, timelines and budget are met; identify risks and issues and mitigate and / or escalate as needed Proactively identify and mitigate risks and issues, escalating to stakeholders as needed and proposing solutions Relationship & Partnership Management Maintain relationships with law enforcement, fire departments, subject matter experts and relevant industry professionals Build and maintain strong relationships with key partners (i.e. Facilities, Security Tech, GSOC, Executive Protection, etc) Serve as a key liaison with internal stakeholders and business partners needing real-time safety and security support Understand customer and stakeholders needs, seek feedback, and deliver solutions that simplify and enhance the customer experience Basic Qualifications: Bachelors degree or military experience At least 5 years of corporate security, safety and security operations, threat management, law enforcement or combination of equivalent experience At least 4 years of program or project management experience Preferred Qualifications: Certified Protection Professional (CPP) or Physical Security Professional (PSP) At least 7 years of safety and security operations, security consulting, law enforcement leadership experience At Least 7 years managing safety and security operations across multiple locations At least 5 years experience with security technology and related systems to include access control, alarms, and CCTV camera systems At this time, Capital One will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position. The minimum and maximum full-time annual salaries for this role are listed below, by location. Please note that this salary information is solely for candidates hired to perform work within one of these locations, and refers to the amount Capital One is willing to pay at the time of this posting. Salaries for part-time roles will be prorated based upon the agreed upon number of hours to be regularly worked. McLean, VA: $102,700 - $117,200 for Pr Associate, Security Services Candidates hired to work in other locations will be subject to the pay range associated with that location, and the actual annualized salary amount offered to any candidate at the time of hire will be reflected solely in the candidates offer letter. This role is also eligible to earn performance based incentive compensation, which may include cash bonus(es) and/or long term incentives (LTI). Incentives could be discretionary or non discretionary depending on the plan. Capital One offers a comprehensive, competitive, and inclusive set of health, financial and other benefits that support your total well-being. Learn more at the Capital One Careers website. Eligibility varies based on full or part-time status, exempt or non-exempt status, and management level. This role is expected to accept applications for a minimum of 5 business days. No agencies please. Capital One is an equal opportunity employer (EOE, including disability/vet) committed to non-discrimination in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Capital One promotes a drug-free workplace. Capital One will consider for employment qualified applicants with a criminal history in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable laws regarding criminal background inquiries, including, to the extent applicable, Article 23-A of the New York Correction Law; San Francisco, California Police Code Article 49, Sections 4901-4920; New York Citys Fair Chance Act; Philadelphias Fair Criminal Records Screening Act; and other applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations regarding criminal background inquiries. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Capital One Recruiting at 1-800-304-9102 or via email at RecruitingAccommodation@capitalone.com. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations. For technical support or questions about Capital One's recruiting process, please send an email to Careers@capitalone.com Capital One does not provide, endorse nor guarantee and is not liable for third-party products, services, educational tools or other information available through this site. Capital One Financial is made up of several different entities. Please note that any position posted in Canada is for Capital One Canada, any position posted in the United Kingdom is for Capital One Europe and any position posted in the Philippines is for Capital One Philippines Service Corp. (COPSSC). What you need to know about internal mobility We aim to set a clear standard for associates applying internally across all of Capital One. To be eligible to apply for a new role, there are 4 requirements you need to meet: You've been in your current position, as noted in your Workday profile, for at least 6 months¹. Your most recent performance rating at Discover is "Solid" or above. Youre not currently on a Performance Improvement Plan or currently subject to a Final Written Warning review period. You meet all Basic Qualifications (BQs) of the role. Note: For a smooth experience, please apply to Capital One roles using your personal emailnot your Discover email address. At Capital One, applying for a role at a higher level than your current role is only permissible for roles at Capital Ones Associate level or below (e.g., Senior Coordinator to Principal Coordinator, Principal Coordinator to Associate). The majority of these roles are in Customer Operations and/or non-exempt. Because we have not yet mapped Discover levels to Capital One levels, compare the posted salary range to your current salary as a proxy to determine if this guideline applies to you. ¹Associates impacted by job loss are not subject to the 6-month time in position restriction.

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