Physical Security Consultant / Systems Designer

IMEG Consultants•Austin, IL

7d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Physical Security Consultant / Systems Designer, you will be responsible for leading the support efforts relating to crisis management, physical security countermeasures, contingency planning, business continuity, building design, security assessments and exercise coordination efforts. The Senior Security Consultant 1 will also provide advice and assistance on strategic and tactical security issues affecting the project. This multifaceted role leads the Security team in enhancing our clients’ overall security posture and resilience to potential threats and disruptions.

Requirements

Advanced knowledge and experience with physical security aspects of building construction, to include working with blueprints and related technical construction documents
Advanced knowledge and experience with IT-based security management systems (to include but not limited to: Closed Circuit TV (CCTV), physical access control, and intrusion detection systems)
Knowledge of global security operations including Anti-Terrorism, Physical Security Countermeasures (PSC), and Contingency Planning (CP)
Experience performing vulnerability and gap analysis
Experience performing and leading exercises related to various types of emergency events
Experience determining countermeasures based on risk analysis
Ability to constructively engage and resolve challenging situations
Independent self-starter, proactive and professional assertive
Excellent oral and written communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Proficient in Microsoft and MS Office Suite including but not limited to Word, Excel, and Outlook
Ability to travel up to 30% with overnight stays
This position not eligible for sponsorship
Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree, or equivalent required
9 years of experience minimum required, 10 preferred, in the building design consulting industry
Experience and certifications with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and Homeland Security in the areas of Incident Command System (ICS) Emergency Management, Emergency Response, and Critical Infrastructure and Assessments
Experience with federal, state and local law enforcement agencies, personnel, and procedures (e.g. Unified Facilities Code, US Army Corps of Engineers and other guidance and documentation on force protection construction and engineering)
Associates degree, or certificate, preferred
13 years of experience minimum required, 14 preferred, in in the security industry or 8 years of design consulting experience.
Experience and certifications with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and Homeland Security in the areas of Incident Command System (ICS) Emergency Management, Emergency Response, and Critical Infrastructure and Assessments
Experience with federal, state and local law enforcement agencies, personnel, and procedures (e.g. Unified Facilities Code, US Army Corps of Engineers and other guidance and documentation on force protection construction and engineering)

Responsibilities

Conduct vulnerability assessments of related facilities
Assist in consulting services on building design with clients
Assist in consulting services on landscape design with clients
Provide recommendations, using risk management principles, for sound mitigation techniques using proven and field-tested systems
Interact and coordinate activities with the field offices for proper integration and implementation of developed plans
Assist with reviewing modifications to existing facilities and for the acquisition of Government-owned and leased facilities supporting company missions and prepare detailed reporting documentation
Work with various security and facilities staff and advise the use of best practices in acquisition, lease, or modification to facilities
Assist with conducting policy research, and make recommendations, covering new tactics, techniques, and procedures
Attend approved key trade shows, symposiums, working groups, etc.
Interact with vendors, engineers, developers, and others to gain knowledge of state of art and industry information
Team and project leadership including mentoring others