Physical Security Specialist

The Physical Security Specialist supports the organization's physical security program through security assessments, facility inspections, incident management, security technology administration, and capital improvement initiatives. This position assists in protecting company personnel, critical infrastructure, facilities, and assets by identifying security vulnerabilities, supporting security operations, and helping implement risk mitigation measures.

The Specialist conducts Security Vulnerability Assessments (SVAs), performs site inspections, supports investigations of security incidents, administers physical security systems, and assists with projects involving access control, video surveillance, perimeter protection, and other security technologies. The position works closely with operations, facilities, engineering, information technology, emergency management, and external stakeholders to enhance the company's overall security posture.

• Security Vulnerability Assessments (SVAs)
• Conduct physical security assessments of company facilities, offices, operational sites, and critical infrastructure.
• Identify vulnerabilities related to access control, perimeter security, surveillance coverage, lighting, intrusion detection, and facility hardening.
• Document findings and develop risk-based recommendations for corrective actions.
• Assist in maintaining facility security risk assessments and associated records.
• Support periodic reviews of high-consequence and critical facilities.

• Perform routine and special site security inspections.
• Evaluate compliance with corporate security policies, standards, and procedures.
• Verify functionality of security equipment and protective measures.
• Track corrective actions and monitor closure of identified deficiencies.
• Support security audits and regulatory inspections as required.

• Respond to and document security incidents including unauthorized access, theft, vandalism, suspicious activity, workplace disturbances, and facility security violations.
• Conduct preliminary fact-finding and evidence collection.
• Review access control and video management system records to support investigations.
• Prepare incident reports and after-action summaries.
• Track incident trends and recommend preventive measures.

• Support daily operation of physical security systems including:
• Access control systems
• Badge and credential management
• Video Management Systems (VMS)
• Visitor management systems
• Review and maintain camera inventories and camera placement documentation.
• Monitor system performance and coordinate repairs with vendors and internal stakeholders.
• Assist in user access management and credential issuance processes.
• Support security technology testing and system upgrades.

• Assist with the planning, implementation, and tracking of physical security capital projects.
• Support camera upgrades, access control improvements, perimeter protection enhancements, and facility hardening initiatives.
• Participate in project meetings, site visits, and vendor coordination activities.
• Review project designs and specifications to ensure alignment with security requirements.
• Support project documentation, budgeting, and closeout activities.

• Maintain security records, assessment reports, site drawings, and asset inventories.
• Develop reports, dashboards, and presentations for management.
• Track project milestones, corrective…