Senior Specialist, Security

FINRA•Tysons Corner, VA

22h•Hybrid

About The Position

Oversees and supports day-to-day security operations for assigned FINRA multi-site locations. Essential Job Functions: Supervises contract security officers at assigned location(s) and supports established security program initiatives and standards for FINRA offices. Serves as liaison with security vendor to maintain proper staffing levels, and reviews and processes monthly invoices. Provides on-site executive protection to executive management team as needed. Serves as the primary responder to emergency events at FINRA offices. Identifies, assesses, and evaluates actual and potential threats to assigned offices of responsibility from all sources; and recommends corrective measures to reduce vulnerabilities. Conducts formal program reviews of assigned offices of responsibility to ensure compliance and conformance with FINRA security standards and best industry practices. Assists in the validation of the efficacy of program policies, plans, and operations through the conduct of tests, exercises, and drills at assigned locations. Documents results of such activities, identifies program vulnerabilities, and recommends corrective actions. Supports establishment of security training program initiatives and standards for staff and those persons assigned specific security related duties for assigned offices. Handles security awareness and orientation on security protocols for the enterprise. Conducts investigations related to security breaches, threats, misconduct, theft, workplace safety concerns, or other incidents affecting assigned locations. Provides security guidance and onsite support for FINRA public and non-public meetings, conferences, and hearings as needed. Provides guidance and implementation for physical security projects at assigned offices of responsibility. Drives enterprise-owned vehicle to transport executive management to various locations as needed. Determines efficient and secure driving routes in advance, coordinating access, parking, and credentials for various facilities as needed. Maintains strict confidentiality regarding executive schedules, routes, conversations, documents, residences, and personal information. Other Responsibilities: On-call 24x7 to respond to emergencies and other events. Performs other duties as assigned. Demonstration of FINRA’s values. Collaboration, both in-person and virtually, in furtherance of FINRA’s mission of investor protection and market integrity.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent
Minimum eight (8) years of experience in law enforcement, executive protection, and/or security management.
Minimum two years of general investigative experience.
Minimum three years of supervisory or management experience.
Valid driver’s license and clean driving record required.
Demonstrated computer skills to include knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
Strong de-escalation and problem-solving skills for high stress incidents.
Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing.
Ability to lift and carry baggage and personal effects.

Nice To Haves

Professional driving experience and defensive driving certification preferred.
Knowledge of electronic security systems relating to intrusion and access control.
Certified Protection Professional designation through the American Society of Industrial Security preferred.

Responsibilities

Supervises contract security officers at assigned location(s) and supports established security program initiatives and standards for FINRA offices.
Serves as liaison with security vendor to maintain proper staffing levels, and reviews and processes monthly invoices.
Provides on-site executive protection to executive management team as needed.
Serves as the primary responder to emergency events at FINRA offices.
Identifies, assesses, and evaluates actual and potential threats to assigned offices of responsibility from all sources; and recommends corrective measures to reduce vulnerabilities.
Conducts formal program reviews of assigned offices of responsibility to ensure compliance and conformance with FINRA security standards and best industry practices.
Assists in the validation of the efficacy of program policies, plans, and operations through the conduct of tests, exercises, and drills at assigned locations.
Documents results of such activities, identifies program vulnerabilities, and recommends corrective actions.
Supports establishment of security training program initiatives and standards for staff and those persons assigned specific security related duties for assigned offices.
Handles security awareness and orientation on security protocols for the enterprise.
Conducts investigations related to security breaches, threats, misconduct, theft, workplace safety concerns, or other incidents affecting assigned locations.
Provides security guidance and onsite support for FINRA public and non-public meetings, conferences, and hearings as needed.
Provides guidance and implementation for physical security projects at assigned offices of responsibility.
Drives enterprise-owned vehicle to transport executive management to various locations as needed.
Determines efficient and secure driving routes in advance, coordinating access, parking, and credentials for various facilities as needed.
Maintains strict confidentiality regarding executive schedules, routes, conversations, documents, residences, and personal information.
On-call 24x7 to respond to emergencies and other events.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Demonstrates FINRA’s values.
Collaborates, both in-person and virtually, in furtherance of FINRA’s mission of investor protection and market integrity.

Benefits

Comprehensive health, dental and vision insurance.
Basic life, accidental death and dismemberment, supplemental life, spouse/domestic partner and dependent life, and spouse/domestic partner and dependent accidental death and dismemberment, short- and long-term disability, long-term care, business travel accident, disability and legal insurance.
Immediate participation and vesting in a 401(k) plan with company match.
Eligibility for participation in an additional FINRA-funded retirement contribution.
Tuition reimbursement.
Commuter benefits.
Adoption assistance.
Backup family care.
Surrogacy benefits.
Employee assistance.
Wellness programs.
Generous time-off program starting at 15 days of paid time off (increasing with years of service, up to 25 days).
5 personal days.
9 sick days, unless otherwise required by law (all pro-rated in the first year).
Two volunteer service days (based on full-time schedule).
Military leave.
Jury duty leave.
Bereavement leave.
Voting and election official leave for federal, state or local primary and general elections.
Care of a family member leave (available after 90 days of employment).
Childbirth and parental leave (available after 90 days of employment).
Nine paid holidays.
Discretionary bonus.
Overtime pay in accordance with federal, state, or local law.