POSITION SUMMARY
The Physical Security Specialist will provide technical and administrative support to the Chief Security Officer of North America for security projects related to the safety and security of employees, guests and customers. The individual performing in this position must be able to take direction well and work independently. The Physical Security Specialist will work with site focal points to ensure security measures are coordinated and implemented according to policies. The Physical Security Specialist will also support a security program in accordance with internal policies, procedures and other regulations as set forth by the Security Department.
JOB RESPONSIBLITIES
- Performs support of visitor control management system used to process incoming and outgoing visit requests and verifying incoming visitor identification.
- Provides technical planning, analysis and assistance in support of security projects.
- Coordinates with construction/infrastructure program counterparts as needed.
- Prepares correspondence for management signature.
- Interprets existing rules, regulations, and Agency policies to provide guidance.
- Develop/analyze security program resource requests.
- Prepare reports, memoranda, briefing papers, and other written material for internal use and external use.
- Assist with documentation, revision and/or development of physical security plans.
- Enter, retrieve, and maintain data in specific databases.
- Review documents for accuracy and completeness.
- Assist with the implementation of security plans.
- Assist with the development and implementation of program to confirm access card logs and security camera recordings.
- Ensure operability and integrity of physical security systems.
- Receive and process security clearance messages and conduct limited criminal history checks.
ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Education:
- A bachelor’s degree in a relative field preferred. Relevant military or law enforcement experience may substitute for a four-year bachelor’s degree.
Experience:
- 3-5 years of specialized experience related to the duties described.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- General experience providing specific support for security projects such as Strategic Planning, Facility protection, Law Enforcement, Physical and/or Electronic Security, Recovery Planning and Transportation Security.
- Superior time management, organization and prioritization skills.
- Ability to build and maintain relationship with government employees as well as outside sources.
- Working knowledge of security camera, visitor management systems, and access badging systems and software.
- Excellent attention to detail.
- Strong communication skills.
- Exhibit a high level of confidentiality.
- Ability to quickly and effectively adapt to change.
- Must have knowledge and understanding of the federal governments regulations related to security facilities.
- Must possess analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite is required.
- Working knowledge of security camera, visitor management systems, and access badging device systems and software; and SAP preferred.
- Excellent interpersonal relations skills.
- Review, Track and Maintain, Airport Operations Area (AOA) access program.
- Conduct routine audits of AOA access program with Airport authorities.
- Conduct and document Physical Security Assessments and Surveys of all North America sites.
- Maintain and track Visitor Management System for all North America Sites, including the review and approval of watch listed personnel.
- Prepare, review and disseminate site specific Post Orders and Standard operating Procedures for contracted security personnel.
- Oversee contracted Security personnel and daily operations.
- Maintain Access control program and equipment for all North America sites.
- Maintain Closed Circuit Television (CCTV) program / equipment for all North America sites.
- Create, manage and complete all invoices associated to Chief Security Officer Cost Center.
- Act as Chief Security Officer cost center Procurement Focal Point.
Working Conditions / Environment/ Special Requirements
- Ability to work in a safe professional manner adhering to all regulatory requirements including, OSHA, EPA, State and Federal regulations.
- Travel up to 15
GENERAL COMMITMENT FOR ALL EMPLOYEES
- Commitment to company values and complies with department norms, policies, directives, and procedures.
- Incorporates Lean and P3E processes and concepts into daily activities.
- Strive for continuous improvement to processes and procedures.
- Honors and protects confidential and proprietary documents and information.
- Satisfies work schedule requirements.
- The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required by the employee. Performs other duties as assigned.
