Security Specialist

ACCOUNTABILITIES & ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Responds to alarms, alerts, and all emergencies
• Oversees the day-to-day implementation of corporate security initiatives
• Ensures that all security systems and devices (such as alarms, video, locks, and door hardware) are properly functional and requests services as needed
• Oversees security device installations and repairs
• Provides guidance and recommendations around site specific security concerns to Corporate Security Management and other teams
• Administer local access control and badging systems, as well as local badge deployment
• Assist with conducting investigations into basic security issues
• Acts as “eyes and ears on the ground” for Corporate Security Management
• Complies with post orders to ensure security posture of assigned site
• Writes reports on daily security findings and incidents
• Supports facilities and administrative staff with basic facilities needs
• Stay current on best practices.
• Prioritize emergency situations, daily responsibilities, and long-term projects
• Able to think on their feet and make critical decisions in high pressure situations
• Able to work independently with little on-site supervision
• Good ability to communicate in written reports and via email
• Good understanding of Corporate Security Procedures
• Good understanding of Physical Security Devices
• Able to partner with other departments and be a representative of Corporate Security and Facilities to local senior managers
• Communicates with ease up and down chain of leadership and to all levels of the organization
• Desire to grow and progress their career in the security industry
• Professional with ability to properly handle confidential information
• Ability to work well independently and in a team environment.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks, prioritize and meet deadlines.
• Must have ability to positively handle/manage stress, such as high work volume and frequent change
• Understand de-escalation tactics and procedures and put into practice

SKILLS & CERTIFICATIONS

• Industry relevant certifications (ASIS PSP) a plus
• Familiar with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point)
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Able to achieve Confidential security clearance

Security Specialist I

• Security experience from Military or other organized training program