Security Specialist

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Regular Full-Time Headquarters, Fairfax, VA, US

Salary Range: $26.92 To $33.65 Hourly

Why Join Apple?

At Apple Federal Credit Union, we’re more than a financial institution; we’re a community-focused organization powered by passionate people. With 24 branches across Northern Virginia and a proud legacy of service, we’re committed to improving the lives of our members and the communities we serve.

We believe our employees are our greatest asset. That’s why we foster a supportive workplace culture that values inclusiveness, innovation and growth. Whether you’re just starting out or advancing your career, you’ll find opportunities for professional development, mentorship and meaningful impact.

Why Work at Apple FCU

• Recognized as a WTOP Top Workplaces (2026)
• Collaborative, welcoming environment with forward-thinking leadership
• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid time off and 11 paid federal holidays
• Tuition reimbursement and ongoing training opportunities

Role:

Under general supervision and in accordance with established risk management policies and procedures, the Security Specialist supports the credit union’s physical security, access control, incident response, emergency management, and business continuity programs. This position monitors and coordinates support for alarm systems, security cameras, access control, facility security reviews, incident response, emergency communications, and continuity planning activities. Duties are performed in alignment with The Apple Way principles of Team Up, Serve With Purpose, Challenge Yourself, and Own It, while maintaining awareness of and adherence to applicable credit union policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements, including the Bank Secrecy Act.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities:

Physical Security

• Conducts physical security audits and inspections of credit union facilities.
• Manages access control, including issuing and disabling access badges and monitoring visitor access
• Assists with security investigations, completes incident reports, and supports response to security-related incidents.
• Assesses and responds to external threats affecting credit union facilities, employees, or operations.
• Serves as a liaison to law enforcement and external security partners, as appropriate.

Cameras and Alarms

• Monitors security cameras and alarm systems to ensure proper operation and coordinates vendor service calls when issues are identified.
• Documents monthly branch alarm testing and maintains related records.
• Investigates, tracks, and reports false alarm activity and related charges.

Business Continuity

• Provides support to management in developing, maintaining, and testing the organization’s Business Continuity, Pandemic, Disaster Recovery, and Emergency Management Plans.
• Assists with the development and delivery of security, emergency management, and business continuity training.

General

• Compiles security data, prepares reports, and provides management with timely updates on security trends, incidents, and follow-up activities.
• Maintains awareness of applicable policies, procedures, and regulatory expectations related to the position, including BSA/AML, OFAC, physical security, privacy, and other requirements relevant to the Security Specialist role.

Performance Measurements

1. This position will be assessed against the following performance competencies:

• Communications
• Serving with Purpose
• Owning It
• Teaming Up

2. This position will be assessed against annual goals.

Knowledge and

Skills:

Experience: One year to three years of similar or…