Site Security Specialist

AT-RISK International•Nashville, TN

11d•Onsite

About The Position

The Site Security Specialist reports to the Site Security Lead and provides operational support to the client by implementing and upholding security measures on-site. This role will work closely with security personnel, assessing potential threats, and liaising with client leadership. The Site Security Specialist is a key stakeholder in the operational security, physical security, and logistics relative to the client. This role works within a team environment but much of the work is performed in a semi-autonomous fashion. The ideal candidate will have experience working in a fast-paced environment and will be able to prioritize and efficiently handle workload while maintaining a safe and secure facility for the client.

Requirements

Demonstrates ability to support and augment the client’s security functions and all components involved, including the ability to deliver investigative, protective, and consulting procedures, requirements, protocols, and operations
Demonstrates ability to work comfortably, communicate professionally, and interact effectively with executive members, staff, diverse groups, management, clients, vendors, and law enforcement
Demonstrates superb communication skills with clients, managing day to day operations and long-term relationship development
Demonstrates self-motivation and ability to work effectively with little or no direction
Superior service delivery mindset and initiative
Detail oriented, highly organized, and ability to multitask
Proficient computer skills including MS Office applications and database applications
Demonstrates ability to cultivate strong working relationships with other departments and co-workers
Experience participating in active assailant prevention & response programs.
Suitable candidates must have at least 5 years of corporate and/or operational security experience in dynamic, fast-paced service environments and/or project management positions, military or law enforcement experience preferred
Suitable candidates must complete all mandatory onboarding training satisfactorily.
Suitable candidates must possess appropriate state security license to include the authority to carry a concealed firearm.
This role may require standing, sitting, and moving for extended periods of time.
Exposure to extreme environmental conditions occurs occasionally.
Individuals may be required to travel with little notice.
A suitable candidate must possess the ability to perform essential job functions listed above with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

Experience in directly overseeing diverse teams is a plus.
A bachelor’s degree is desired but does not count for practical experience.

Responsibilities

Act as an armed active responder during an active assailant event
Act as first responder to support initial investigations into incidents and perform initial investigative triage
Assist with evacuations and/or crisis lock-down/shelter in place events
Deliver periodic active assailant training to ensure long term cultural adoption of the concepts
Provide on-site representation/participation in a crisis management team
To ensure premier service delivery, function as a liaison between the company, client, and other client-facing security personnel
Act as a liaison with local Law Enforcement to gather weekly intelligence, conduct facility tours, and schedule briefings
Coordinate team response for surveillance detection
Review Daily Activity Logs from the uniformed guard force to extract intelligence, conduct additional investigations, and disseminate to client’s intelligence team
Cultivate and maintain strong, long-term relationships with client points of contact
Plan and participate in company provided training at the request of the client
Support onboarding and offboarding processes, including equipment management
Be knowledgeable of all client contract requirements; recommend solutions to ensure exceptional client service
Support client’s risk management program by performing periodic threat/vulnerability/risk audits
Demonstrate willingness to complete various job-related tasks and duties assigned by the client