Loomis US

IT Project Manager

Loomis US  •  Houston, TX (Onsite)  •  1 day ago
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Job Description

With a network of nearly 200 branches, Loomis armored transportation, cash management centers, and cash inventory vaults keep cash flowing throughout financial institutions and retail businesses across the US. Loomis prides itself on providing employees with opportunities for career advancement and job satisfaction. In fact, many of our company’s managers, vice presidents, and corporate executives started out in the branches as driver/guards and tellers. Our work can be challenging, but the thousands who have stayed with our company for decades will tell you that if you have the desire to learn and the drive to succeed, Loomis is the place to be. Come join our team!

Key Responsibilities
IT Project and Workstream Management
• Manage the IT and physical security workstreams for multiple concurrent projects across multiple locations.
• Act as the IT and security subject matter expert throughout the project lifecycle.
• Develop and maintain IT project plans, schedules, budgets, resource allocations, and risk registers.
• Facilitate IT workstream kickoffs, status meetings, milestone reviews, and closeout activities.
• Track IT dependencies, critical-path activities, and stakeholder commitments.
• Identify and mitigate technology-related risks, issues, and schedule impacts.
• Maintain IT project governance, documentation, and executive reporting.
• Ensure the IT and security portions of projects are delivered on time, within budget, and aligned with business objectives.
• Coordinate with the overall project manager while retaining responsibility and accountability for the IT and security workstream.

Physical Security Systems
• Serve as the subject matter expert for deployments and upgrades involving:
◦ CCTV and video surveillance systems
◦ Access control systems
◦ Video management systems
◦ Burglar alarm systems
◦ Enterprise security platforms
◦ Remote monitoring solutions
◦ Security Operations Center technologies
• Coordinate with consultants, architects, integrators, and security vendors during the design and implementation phases.
• Review and interpret T drawings, system designs, hardware specifications, and project scopes.
• Validate that IT and physical security requirements are accurately represented in project drawings and designs.
• Ensure security solutions align with company standards, compliance requirements, and operational needs.

IT Infrastructure Deployments
• Manage and coordinate the IT portion of implementations involving:
◦ Network switching infrastructure
◦ WAN connectivity and carrier services
◦ Wireless networking systems
◦ Servers and virtual infrastructure
◦ UPS systems
◦ NVRs and security appliances
◦ Structured cabling
• Partner with Network Engineering, Systems Engineering, Cybersecurity, Service Desk, and Infrastructure teams to ensure technology readiness.
• Serve as the primary technical point of contact for IT infrastructure requirements, issues, and decisions related to assigned projects.

Branch Construction, Relocations, and New Builds
• Serve as the IT and security subject matter expert and lead the IT workstream for new branch construction, branch relocation, and renovation projects.
• Coordinate IT and security activities with the overall project manager, Real Estate, construction managers, general contractors, and Facilities teams.
• Maintain responsibility for planning, coordinating, executing, and completing the IT and security components of each project.
• Validate site-readiness requirements, including:
◦ MDF and IDF readiness
◦ Power availability
◦ Cooling and HVAC requirements
◦ Rack installations
◦ Circuit deployment
◦ Network availability
• Develop and execute IT and security cutover and go-live plans.
• Coordinate post-go-live technical support and IT workstream closeout.

Vendor and Contractor Management
• Manage IT-related relationships with:
◦ Security integrators
◦ General contractors
◦ Consultants
◦ Technology vendors
◦ Telecommunications providers
◦ Service providers
• Review proposals, statements of work, budgets, and project schedules as they relate to IT and security requirements.
• Track vendor performance and enforce accountability for IT and security deliverables.
• Escalate issues affecting project timelines, costs, quality, or technology readiness.
• Maintain and update division documentation.

Executive Communication and Governance
• Produce weekly and monthly IT project portfolio reports.
• Provide executive-level updates and risk assessments for IT and security workstreams.
• Present IT project status, risks, dependencies, and recommendations to leadership.
• Develop dashboards and metrics to improve project visibility and decision-making.
• Maintain accurate IT project records and documentation throughout the project lifecycle.

Required Qualifications
Education
• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Engineering, Business Administration, Security Management, or a related field preferred, or commensurate education and professional experience.

Experience
• Five or more years of project management experience.
• Three or more years managing enterprise physical security workstreams or projects.
• Experience leading the IT portion of multi-site technology deployments.
• Experience working with construction, Facilities, and Real Estate teams.
• Proven success managing multiple concurrent IT workstreams.
• Experience managing external vendors and integrators.

Technical Knowledge
Experience with one or more of the following:
• Physical security systems
• CCTV platforms
• Access control systems
• Video management systems
• Enterprise networking
• Structured cabling
• Server infrastructure
• Security operations
• Construction technology deployments
• Branch relocation projects
• Reading, interpreting, and reviewing T drawings
Preferred experience with:
• Genetec
• Lenel OnGuard
• Avigilon
• ExacqVision
• Cisco networking solutions
• Microsoft 365
• SharePoint
• Power BI
• Jira
Travel Requirements
• Ability and willingness to travel approximately 15% to 20% of the time.
• Travel may include:
◦ Branch site assessments
◦ Construction reviews
◦ Security system deployments
◦ Project kickoffs
◦ Vendor coordination meetings
◦ Go-live support activities
◦ Project closeout validation
• Overnight travel will be required.
• Short-notice travel may be necessary to support critical business operations and project execution.

Additional Requirements
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel throughout the United States.
• Must possess and maintain a valid passport.
• Ability to travel internationally when required to support North American operations, technology deployments, training, or strategic initiatives.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends during project cutovers, branch moves, and go-live activities.
• Ability to lift and transport technology equipment weighing up to 50 pounds as needed.

Benefits:
Loomis offers one of the most comprehensive employee benefit packages in the industry, which includes:
• Vacation and Sick Time (PTO) as well as Paid Holidays
• Health & Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Plan
• Basic Life Insurance Plan
• Voluntary Life Insurance Plan
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Account
• Dependent Care Account
• Industry-leading Training and Development

Loomis is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free Workplace. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or disability.
Loomis US

About Loomis US

Loomis is the industry’s leading provider of cash management and cash optimization solutions. Loomis uses cutting-edge technology and unmatched service and expertise to improve efficiency, reduce risk, and increase profitability for a wide variety of clients, including financial institutions, multi-location retailers, fast-casual and quick-service restaurants, and other commercial enterprises. Loomis operates one of the nation’s largest integrated cash distribution network, featuring:

• Nearly 200 operating locations in the United States

• Over 10,000 employees

• A fleet of more than 3,200 vehicles

Loomis has operations in 23 countries: Argentina, Austria, Belgium, Canada, Chile, the Czech Republic, Denmark, Dubai, Finland, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Norway, Portugal, Singapore, Shanghai, Slovakia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey, the United Kingdom and the United States. An extensive international presence is an important asset, contributing a considerable amount of collective expertise in cash.

The Loomis share (LOOM B) has been listed on the NASDAQ OMX Stockholm since December 9, 2008. It is part of the Nordic Mid Cap list in the sector Industrial Goods and Services.

SafePoint® by Loomis

SafePoint is a comprehensive cash management solution that combines advanced technology with Loomis’ expertise and support to help businesses cut cash-handling costs, increase efficiency, protect employees and customers, and save money.

SafePoint features and benefits:

• Advanced SafePoint Titan smart safe or cash recycler technology

• Dedicated in-house SafePoint IT development and support

• Total visibility of account and reporting information with Loomis Direct customer portal

• Loomis’ cash management network, secure armored transport services, and customer support

• Funds guaranteed and provisionally credited to account once validated in smart safe

Industry
Finance & Insurance
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Houston, TX
Year Founded
1852
Website
loomis.us
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