Job Description:
• Works under very limited direction. Exercises reasonable latitude in determining the most appropriate physical security techniques to accomplish objectives. Work is reviewed upon completion for adequacy in meeting objectives.
• With limited guidance, plans and recommends to management the physical security systems and service requirements for the company.
• Responsible for the coordination, installation, upgrade and conversion or servicing of alarm systems, access controls, video cameras, burglary, radio systems and all other types of physical security equipment.
• Defines physical security system standards, policies, required upgrades, maintenance and day-to-day management of all security systems through system integrators or internal resources.
• Directs external relationships to ensure the viability of all physical security systems, legacy and new, with the goal of minimal business disruption as the result of failed or improperly configured systems.
• Implements technology solutions aligned with corporate security strategy and budget guidelines.
• Maintains an in-depth knowledge of the state-of-the art security equipment standards and technology encompassing all physical security products. Provides system solutions to specific security concerns identified through customer requests and security audits.
• Develops and maintains operational processes to ensure security standards are maintained.
• Develops and administers processes for annual audits for various access control systems. Acts as a primary contact for security system emergency issues.
• Provides product research, feasibility studies, project planning, tracking and quality assurance and overall vendor communication and management.
• Acts as a primary contact for physical security system emergency management.
• Advises and assists in annual security systems budgeting process.
Qualification Guidelines:
Bachelor’s degree in an area of study relevant to this position and more than 6 years of experience with physical security systems and security software. Knowledge and experience in working with information technology security application and practices.
Jerry Brennan and Steve Walker are co-authors of the book “Security Careers.” Mr. Brennan is founder of SMR Group, a job-finding resource for security executives. Mr. Walker is partner in leading compensation consulting and research firm Foushee Group Inc. Both are content expert faculty for the Security Executive Council. For information about the Security Executive Council, visit www.securityexecutivecouncil.com/?sourceCode=std. “Security Careers” may be purchased through the Security Executive Council Web site. The information in this article is copyrighted and reprinted with permission. All rights reserved.
