Physical Security Analyst

Verisign•Reston, VA

1d•$89,900 - $121,700•Hybrid

About The Position

The Physical Security Analyst manages physical security access controls and related training and audits, assesses risks to physical assets and implements mitigation measures, and leads life safety programs and their supporting technology and infrastructure. The role also supports management of Verisign’s security guard contract and the broader Corporate Security Program as needed. The position is based in Verisign’s Reston, Virginia office and follows a hybrid work schedule. The pay range is $89,900–$121,700 annually. Base pay may vary based on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The role may also be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on individual and company performance, and certain roles may be eligible for discretionary stock awards.

Requirements

At least 5 years of general physical security operations, guard force management, access-control administration, and life-safety program oversight experience.
Strong written and oral communication skills, including the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
Excellent critical-thinking and problem-solving skills.
Experience managing third-party vendors.
Skilled in using Microsoft Office programs, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Exceptional organizational and multitasking skills.
Initiative and ability to take on projects.
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.

Nice To Haves

At least 3 years of related law enforcement or military experience.
At least 3 years of Lenel experience.

Responsibilities

Manage physical security access controls, including issuing and revoking access badges.
Maintain access-control technology in collaboration with internal engineers and external vendors.
Train personnel on proper access-control implementation.
Analyze access-control reports to identify system anomalies and security risks, and prepare written remediation recommendations and executive summaries.
Conduct SOC 2 and internal audits related to the access-control program.
Maintain life-safety procedures, lead annual tornado and fire drills, and produce after-action reports.
Manage the emergency communication system and train its users.
Support guard management by updating security officer operating procedures and overseeing armed officer qualification events and training programs.
Manage the guard force contract during leadership absences.
Develop and implement security operations plans for company events.
Provide general support to the Corporate Security Program, including physical security, life safety, insider-threat risk mitigation, travel security, and supply-chain risk mitigation.