Training Security Specialist

Securitas Security Services USA, Inc.

Position Title: Training Security Specialist
Location: Abilene, TX
Salary Range: $71,000–$81,000 annually

At Securitas, leadership means developing people, strengthening operations, and setting standards that scale. We are seeking a Training Security Specialist based in Abilene, TX to support training, onboarding, and operational readiness within a high-profile, technology-driven security environment.

This role plays a critical part in onboarding and training personnel supporting a 24/7 Security Operations Center (SOC) and requires someone who is both operationally grounded and highly organized, with deep experience using Smartsheet to manage training workflows, documentation, and reporting.

Securitas is a global leader in protective services, committed to innovation, integrity, and excellence. Our people are the foundation of our success, and we invest heavily in their development. As part of our team, you will help shape a culture driven by performance, accountability, and preparedness—while making a real impact in the communities and environments we protect.

• Our Values: Integrity, Vigilance, and Helpfulness
• Our Team: 340,000+ employees worldwide
• Established: 1934, Helsingborg, Sweden
• Industry: Global protective services and security solutions

The Training Security Specialist is responsible for planning, coordinating, and delivering onboarding and ongoing training programs for Security Officers, SOC personnel, Supervisors, and other assigned employees. This role ensures all training is compliant with regulatory, contractual, and company standards and is delivered in a fast-paced, operationally critical environment.

A core component of this role is the design, execution, and tracking of training programs using Smartsheet
, supporting structured onboarding, compliance tracking, and performance reporting.

• Lead onboarding and training initiatives for personnel supporting a Security Operations Center (SOC) environment
• Partner with operations and site leadership to establish training objectives and readiness standards
• Ensure compliance with all legally mandated, contractually required, and company-required training
• Maintain accurate documentation supporting training requirements outlined in service contracts
• Conduct training needs assessments to identify operational gaps, trends, and improvement opportunities
• Develop and manage training plans, schedules, and workflows using Smartsheet
  , including dashboards, trackers, and reporting tools
• Coordinate training activities to ensure no disruption to 24/7 operational coverage
• Deliver training through a variety of methods, including classroom instruction, hands‑on demonstrations, simulations, role‑playing, and computer‑based learning
• Create and maintain training materials, manuals, assessments, and evaluation tools
• Train and coach supervisors and designated trainers on onboarding processes and effective training delivery
• Track trainee progress, certification completion, and compliance metrics; prepare reports for leadership review
• Support continuous improvement of onboarding and training processes
• Perform additional duties of a similar nature as required

Securitas offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• 10 Vacation Days Accrued Annually
• 4 Floating Holidays
• 6 Sick Days

• Demonstrated experience supporting training and onboarding in a security, operations, or SOC‑type environment
• Extensive hands‑on experience with Smartsheet (required), including building workflows, dashboards, trackers, and reports
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple onboarding classes and training timelines simultaneously
• Compliance‑driven and detail‑oriented, with excellent documentation practices
• Strong written and verbal communication skills across all organizational levels
• Proven ability to support employee engagement and retention through effective training

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