Security Specialist

Marathon Petroleum Corporation•Carson, CA
•Onsite

About The Position

The Security Specialist establishes security and protection strategies, priorities, and critical tasks at assigned sites and along distribution channels. The role covers security procedures, training, equipment, visitor and access controls, security communications, and information sharing. The position is based onsite at the Marathon Los Angeles Refinery in Carson, California, with schedules of 9/80 or 5/40, core business hours of 7 AM to 4 PM, required on-call duty, and support of turnarounds (TAR) as needed. Travel may be up to 10%.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED and 8 years of law enforcement, military security, or industrial security experience; alternatively, a bachelor’s degree in a related field and at least 4 years of such experience.
  • Competence in practices associated with protecting property and individuals.
  • In-depth knowledge of the risk assessment process.
  • Knowledge of security incident prevention strategies and management.
  • Competence in major security regulatory compliance programs.
  • Knowledge of investigative interviewing and fact-finding processes, and conceptual understanding of Code of Conduct investigations.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft 365, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
  • Ability to wear appropriate PPE in a refinery and physically perform all field tasks; must pass a hair drug test and physical.
  • Valid driver’s license.
  • Ability to obtain a TWIC Card.
  • Legally authorized to work in the United States without future visa sponsorship.
  • Ability to work onsite on a 9/80 or 5/40 schedule, take on-call duty, and support turnarounds as needed.

Nice To Haves

  • Security-related bachelor’s degree.

Responsibilities

  • Establish security and protection strategies, priorities, and critical tasks at assigned sites and along distribution channels.
  • Manage facility security programs and security personnel in accordance with company and facility protocols.
  • Ensure compliance with applicable security regulations.
  • Participate in Security Risk/Vulnerability Assessments and implement measures to mitigate vulnerabilities.
  • Implement company Anti-Violence Workplace prevention policies.
  • Support the corporate Business Conduct office by conducting quality investigations.
  • Interact with law enforcement, Homeland Security, and other government agency officials.
  • Provide on-call duty and support turnarounds as needed.

Benefits

  • Health insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Paid time off
  • 401(k) matching
  • Paid parental leave
  • Educational reimbursement
  • Eligibility for a discretionary company-sponsored annual bonus program
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