Security Senior I

Sempra Infrastructure • Houston, TX

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About The Position

Protects the organization's employees, properties and all items of value on
premises from any preventable harm or danger. Develops security policies and
procedures that comply with government guidelines and standards. Conducts
investigations to protect organization assets. Responds to contingency events,
including bomb threats, sabotage and severe weather conditions through on-site
security force or with the assistance of government law enforcement agencies.
Recommends hiring of outside security contractors as necessary and may oversee
contract guard force. Responsibilities are within the Security function as a
generalist or in a combination of disciplines.

This role supports the U.S. Security Program within the SI organization, working
closely with cross-functional teams and external partners to ensure security
measures align with company policies and regulatory requirements. The team is
responsible for safeguarding facilities and personnel across U.S. operations,
and this position plays a key role in maintaining program integrity and
collaboration.

Requirements

• Typically requires a 4-year degree in a relevant field, or equivalent combination of relevant education and experience. Required
• Formal and specialized training in Homeland Security Management, criminal justice, and industrial relations is preferred.
• 5 years of experience in law enforcement, military, or in a supervisory role in the private security sector.
• Business Security Management - The processes undertaken to protect an organization's assets.
• Security Risk Management - The ongoing process of identifying security risks and implementing plans to address them.
• Regulatory Compliance - Ensuring an organization's adherence to laws, regulations, guidelines and specifications relevant to its business processes.
• Asset Protection Management - Preventing financial loss, theft, and fraud within a company.
• Policy Design & Development - The process of creating and formalizing policies and procedures to guide an organization's practices and ensure compliance with standards and regulations.
• Threat Monitoring - The process of systemically observing, analyzing and assessing potential risks, vulnerabilities and malicious activities within a system, network or physical environment in order to identify and response to potential threats and then maintain the integrity and security of the targeted entity.
• Business Continuity Planning - Develop internal infrastructure to ensure organizational resilience and maintenance of the availability, stability and integrity of critical systems, processes and stakeholders that support and drive key aspects of the business. This includes the planning, designing and testing contingency plans and setting up of internal systems and structures which are ready to respond to potential threats and maintain desired levels of continuity.
• Physical Security Management - Implements, improves and maintains the protection of people, property and physical assets of an organization.
• Case Management & Investigation - The process an organization uses to handle, route, resolve, and report on conflicts or issues.
• Understands the operation and management of security and emergency response programs.
• Possess extensive knowledge and proficiency in using Microsoft Office Suite, i.e., Word, Excel, PPT, Visio, to convey information with clarity through presentations and reports. Extensive familiarity with using electronic devices, applications, technology, and executing tasks utilizing advanced electronic and digital systems and devices.
• Ability to understand the complexities and risks associated with operating access control systems and make necessary strategic/tactical decisions to resolve system issues safely and reliably.
• Ability to understand the complexities and risks associated with operating access control systems and make necessary strategic/tactical decisions to resolve system issues safely and reliably.
• Possess leadership abilities to maintain a positive work environment, manage and influence performance, including mentoring. Builds strong working relationships across teams and functions. Demonstrates professionalism, approachability, and the ability to collaborate effectively in diverse environments.
• Capable of obtaining security clearances as may be required for access to government classified information.

Nice To Haves

• Formal and specialized training in Homeland Security Management, criminal justice, and industrial relations is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Identifies efficiencies and resolves system problems to ensure compliance with applicable industry standards. Maintains regular contact with internal stakeholders, including company and functional managers, as well as external partners such as clients, government officials, and peer security professionals. Interactions with agencies such as FBI, NSA, and local law enforcement are routine and integrated into existing programs for information exchange.
• Aligns physical security initiatives with cybersecurity protocols to support integrated, enterprise-wide protection strategies.
• Conducts ongoing functionality testing of technical security systems to ensure proper coverage and operation.
• Deploys physical security infrastructure, including barriers and centralized monitoring systems, to enhance facility protection and situational awareness. May contribute to strategic planning and supports the design, implementation, and maintenance of the security program.
• Participates in security audits and inspections to ensure compliance with internal and regulatory security standards.
• Monitors and reports unauthorized attempts to enter secure facilities to site contacts for action and timely response. Participates in security incident investigations, interviews, and/or security assessments. Depending on the nature of the incident, may lead investigations, conduct interviews, and produce formal reports and recommendations as part of the resolution process.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Administers and maintains the access management and surveillance systems as critical components of the security infrastructure. Access management includes supervision of access control systems, badge activation/deactivation, door locking/unlocking, and ID production.
• Designs content, coordinates and supports security awareness, education, training, and orientation programs for SI staff. May plan and deliver training sessions, coordinate with other departments.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees