Lead Security Specialist

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

• Provide coaching, coordination, and leadership for security processes and procedures applicable to business policies, US Government programs, and Department of Defense (DOD) standards.
• Develops, implements, and audits Site Security Plans as well as elements of the Security Framework to drive program compliance.
• Advances security system integration for access control, video surveillance, visitor management, locksmith, parking and badging, and other security systems and processes.
• Use subject matter knowledge to contribute to, develop, and maintain Physical Security Standards (e.g., perimeter barriers, bollards, fencing, gates, vehicle access), and improve security-in-depth.
• Supports Security Leadership with crisis management, security operations, investigations and budget/program management.
• Management of guard forces, to include oversight of union-based security force administration and payroll.
• Conducts and manages security related investigations.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors degree from an accredited university or college (or a high school diploma / GED with a minimum of 4 years of experience in Security)
• Minimum of 3 years of professional experience in security management, physical security, and/or law enforcement.

Desired Characteristics

• US Department of Defense Secret Security Clearance and/or ability to obtain.
• Humble: respectful, receptive, agile, eager to learn​.
• Transparent: shares critical information, speaks with candor, contributes constructively​.
• Focused: quick learner, strategically prioritizes work, committed.
• Leadership ability: strong communicator, decision-maker, collaborative.​
• Problem solver: analytical-minded, challenges existing processes, critical thinker.
• Ability to remain calm in fast-paced and stressful situations, as well as ability to multi-task and handle competing priorities under tight deadlines with attention to detail.
• Experience establishing and implementing departmental strategy, as well as managing short and long-term projects and developing team members.
• ASIS International Physical Security Professional or Certified Protection Professional certifications preferred.
• Prior experience providing security services in a US Department of Defense program.
• Extensive knowledge of security protocol and procedures.
• Excellent management and supervisory skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to provide training on security policies and procedures.
• Ability to work with confidential and sensitive information.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.

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