Security Specialist II

Mouser•Mansfield, TX

About The Position

The Security Specialist II is responsible for responding to alarms, alerts, and emergencies, overseeing the day-to-day implementation of corporate security initiatives, and ensuring the proper functionality of security systems. This role provides guidance on site-specific security concerns, administers access control and badging systems, and assists with investigations into security issues. The Security Specialist II acts as the eyes and ears on the ground for Corporate Security Management, writes reports on findings and incidents, and supports facilities and administrative staff. The position requires staying current on best practices, prioritizing tasks, making critical decisions under pressure, and working independently. Strong communication skills, a good understanding of corporate security procedures and physical security devices, and the ability to collaborate with other departments are essential. The role also involves providing advice to business partners on sensitive topics and making recommendations for security devices. The ideal candidate will have a desire to grow in the security industry, handle confidential information professionally, manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, meet deadlines, and handle stress and change positively. Proficiency in de-escalation tactics and procedures is also required.

Requirements

2+ years Guard/Security Specialist I experience required
For internal candidates, experience can be a combination of internal and external experience
Confidential security clearance with ability to achieve Secret security clearance
Familiar with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point)
Good written and verbal communication skills
Able to think on their feet and make critical decisions in high pressure situations
Able to work independently with little on-site supervision
Good ability to communicate in written reports and via email
Good understanding of Corporate Security Procedures
Good understanding of Physical Security Devices
Able to partner with other departments and be a representative of Corporate Security and Facilities to local senior managers
Communicates with ease up and down chain of leadership and to all levels of the organization
Professional with ability to properly handle confidential information
Ability to work well independently and in a team environment
Ability to handle multiple tasks, prioritize and meet deadlines
Must have ability to positively handle/manage stress, such as high work volume and frequent change
Understand de-escalation tactics and procedures and put into practice
Strong ability to communicate in written reports and via email
Strong understanding of Corporate Security Procedures
Strong understanding of Physical Security Devices
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Able to perform de-escalation tactics and procedures

Nice To Haves

Industry relevant certifications (ASIS PSP) a plus
Military or Law Enforcement experience a plus

Responsibilities

Responds to alarms, alerts, and all emergencies
Oversees the day-to-day implementation of corporate security initiatives
Ensures that all security systems and devices (such as alarms, video, locks, and door hardware) are properly functional and requests services as needed
Oversees security device installations and repairs
Provides guidance and recommendations around site specific security concerns to Corporate Security Management and other teams
Administer local access control and badging systems, as well as local badge deployment
Assist with conducting investigations into basic security issues
Acts as “eyes and ears on the ground” for Corporate Security Management
Complies with post orders to ensure security posture of assigned site
Writes reports on daily security findings and incidents
Supports facilities and administrative staff with basic facilities needs
Prioritize emergency situations, daily responsibilities, and long-term projects
Makes well researched recommendations regarding needed security devices at assigned site
Provides advice and guidance to business partners (such as Legal and Human Resources) around sensitive topics such as employee disputes and sensitive terminations