Episode 165: How Project Management Shows Up in the Security Profession

Project management is embedded in the security profession — from planning and risk mitigation to execution and stakeholder coordination.

In this episode, we sit down with Eric Kready, U.S. Army (Retired), corporate security professional, and ASIS member, to explore how project management shows up across the security field and why understanding this lens matters for career growth.

We also deep dive into Operation Career Change (OCC), an initiative Eric created to support current and future security professionals, particularly those transitioning from military and law enforcement roles.

In this episode, we cover:

• How core project management principles show up in day-to-day security work

• Why security professionals are already operating as project managers

• Common gaps professionals face when translating experience into civilian roles

• A walkthrough of Operation Career Change (OCC) and how it supports security careers

Why this is best watched, not just listened to (Watch on YouTube):

• We visually walk through the Operation Career Change platform

• You’ll see where to find resources and how to use them

• The visual context makes it easier to understand how OCC supports security professionals at different career stages

This episode serves as a practical resource for security professionals, whether you are already working in the field or exploring how to grow, pivot, or transition within it.

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