Physical Security Specialist

First Merchants Corporation•Indianapolis, IN

1d•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 by combining physical security, access control, surveillance monitoring, customer service, emergency response, and facility patrol responsibilities. The specialist maintains a safe, secure, and professional environment and supports the physical security team as directed by the Manager of Physical Security.

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 in lobby areas.
Assist with coordinating after-hours events to maintain the security posture.
Monitor facility activity and detect, deter, and respond to security incidents, suspicious behavior, or policy violations.
Protect personnel, property, and critical assets from theft, vandalism, loss, or unauthorized access.
Participate in an after-hours on-call rotation to receive 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, or 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 identification and authorization of visitors, vendors, and contractors entering the facility.
Issue visitor badges and ensure compliance with 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 as directed by the Manager of Physical Security.