Physical Security Specialist

First Merchants Brand • Indianapolis, IN

9d • Onsite

About The Position

First Merchants Bank is seeking a Physical Security Specialist to serve as the primary security presence at its Indianapolis headquarters. The role protects executives, employees, visitors, assets, and sensitive information while helping maintain a safe, secure, and professional environment. Responsibilities combine physical security, access control, surveillance monitoring, customer service, emergency response, and facility patrol. The position also supports after-hours events and participates in an after-hours on-call rotation.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Two years of experience in physical security, corporate security, IT security, military service, or law enforcement.

Nice To Haves

• Associate's or bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, Homeland Security, Emergency Management, or a related field.
• Three or more years of corporate security experience.
• Experience supporting executive offices or headquarters facilities.
• Experience with Genetec or similar access control systems.
• Experience with CCTV monitoring systems.
• Experience with visitor management systems.
• Experience with incident management software.
• Military, law enforcement, emergency medical, or fire service background.
• Emergency response or active threat response training.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to and maintain physical security culture and standards.
• Maintain a visible, professional security presence at the headquarters front desk and lobby.
• Assist with coordinating after-hours events while maintaining the facility's security posture.
• Monitor facility activity and detect, deter, and respond to security incidents, suspicious behavior, and policy violations.
• Protect personnel, property, and critical assets from theft, vandalism, loss, and unauthorized access.
• Participate in an after-hours on-call rotation for emergency security assistance calls.
• Support executive protection initiatives through heightened awareness and security monitoring.
• Serve as an on-premises first responder during emergencies, security events, and threats.
• Respond to medical emergencies, security incidents, fire alarms, workplace violence concerns, and other emergency situations.
• Assist employees, contractors, and visitors with access control and credential-related issues.
• Verify visitor, vendor, and contractor identification and authorization; issue visitor badges and follow visitor management procedures.
• Monitor access control systems and investigate unauthorized or unusual access events.
• Conduct video reviews and preserve surveillance footage as required for investigations.
• Document and report incidents, observations, and security concerns according to company procedures.
• Escalate security events to appropriate personnel and emergency responders when necessary.
• Prepare accurate, detailed, and timely incident reports, activity logs, and shift reports.
• Assist and support the physical security team as needed and directed by the Manager of Physical Security.

Benefits

• Base pay plus bonuses.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k).
• Health savings and flexible spending accounts.
• Vacation and sick time.
• Paid holidays.
• Paid parental leave.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Additional benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED