Embedded Security Analyst - Dedicated GSOC

Global Guardian•Arlington, VA

6d•$65,000 - $72,800•Onsite

About The Position

The Embedded Security Analyst will handle the day-to-day operations of the Global Security Operations Center (GSOC), supporting its 24/7 coverage and response capabilities. The role requires knowledge of customer service, alarm response and video review, threat intelligence, travel safety and security, emergency management, and escalation practices. The analyst serves as a trusted source of information and supports preparedness, response, and recovery across regions. This is a full-time, salaried, exempt position performed entirely in person at the client site in Arlington, Virginia. The GSOC operates approximately 24/7, and the position follows a shift schedule. For the first six months, the analyst will likely work as the sole operator and must be self-reliant, organized, and able to work independently. The role involves monitoring operations and employee locations, assisting travelers with risk-reduction guidance, dispatching responders during incidents, handling routine and emergency calls, maintaining security-system records, issuing mass communications, documenting incidents, monitoring CCTV and alarms, and coordinating with security providers, law enforcement, and emergency services. It also provides limited access-badge support.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Security Management, Emergency Management, Criminal Justice, or a related field is highly recommended and/or more than 3 years of experience in emergency management, crisis management, emergency operations centers, or a related field.
Familiarity with video surveillance, access control, threat intelligence, mass notification, and incident case management systems.
Familiarity with Everbridge, Ontic, and Microsoft 365 products.
Exceptional vigilance and attention to detail.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities.
Ability to work independently and make decisive, well-informed decisions.
Proven ability to handle high-stress situations and de-escalate conflicts.
Emotional intelligence and awareness to handle high-stress situations with candor.
Ability to work independently as a likely single operator during the first six months; must be self-reliant and organized.

Nice To Haves

Professional certifications such as Certified Protection Professional (CPP), Physical Security Professional (PSP), or equivalent.

Responsibilities

Monitor and track mission-critical operations and employee locations in real time, supporting team safety and adapting to evolving threats or logistical changes.
Evaluate flight patterns, hotel locations, high-risk destinations, and transportation options to recommend safer choices and risk-reduction strategies for travelers.
Dispatch security officers, facilities personnel, and on-site EMS personnel by telephone or radio during security or medical incidents.
Answer routine and emergency calls, including calls from people in distress, and act as a calm security point of contact.
Maintain records of security-system maintenance, repairs, problematic devices, and damaged equipment; escalate issues to the Systems Team and track repairs through completion.
Use mass communication systems to send urgent messages to the Crisis Management Team and operational leaders in accordance with established protocols.
Respond to, compile, and report information regarding thefts, alarms, accidents, and other incidents occurring during the course of duty.
Monitor CCTV, escalate detected threats, and maintain alarm-tracking records.
Operate multi-line telephone and radio equipment.
Promptly escalate complaints and critical-event information to the shift supervisor, Site Ops Manager, and GSOC manager.
Build relationships with third-party security providers, law enforcement, and emergency services to support coordinated crisis response.
Provide limited access-badge support, including operating digital camera equipment and a badge printer and coordinating activation and distribution of new or replacement badges.
Perform other duties as assigned.