Security Specialist

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Physical Security Tech Specialist/Corporate Security (GPSS)

• Provide security system support related to upgrades, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
• Collaborate with management and local business units to establish and improve security needs of offices.
• Liaise with third‑party vendors and internal IT groups in support of security systems, equipment, and applications.
• Process requests from the identity management system regarding system access.
• Prepare and maintain training materials for security equipment and applications for end users.
• Assist with security investigations, including the retention of data and evidence and authorized distribution to internal and external entities.
• Provide reports and documentation for internal and external audits.
• Document and track all observed and reported issues with security systems and components.
• Investigate new security technologies and advise management for potential implementation.
• Assist in maintaining inventory of all security equipment and supplies.
• Review procedures and practices to demonstrate compliance with applicable federal and state regulatory requirements.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

• Basic knowledge of risk management and physical security, typically acquired through related experience.
• Hardware and software troubleshooting skills required; security system knowledge (CCTV, alarms, access control systems) preferred.
• Analytical and problem‑solving skills to identify and troubleshoot malfunctions of security equipment and applications.
• Ability to monitor and generate reports related to security subject matter.
• Ability to work independently and within a team setting.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to excel within a large organizational setting, working with various internal and external teams and performing remote work as necessary.
• Established skills for routine day‑to‑day activities.
• A college or university degree and/or some relevant work experience.
• Role requires the individual to be onsite 5 days a week between 7:30 am and 4 pm.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment‑based visa sponsorship now or in the future;
  Northern Trust will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity.

$61,500 - $98,300 USD

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