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Job Description
Live Assets | Staffing Solutions is seeking a Senior Physical Security Specialist with expertise in Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) to join and support the security team. The successful candidate will be responsible for assessing related submittals, planning, and supporting the implementation of the contractor’s physical security measures to safeguard personnel, assets, and property while minimizing crime risk and ensuring compliance with security standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Utilize CPTED principles to assess current security systems and propose design modifications that minimize crime risks and improve safety. Offer suggestions for environmental improvements, including lighting, landscaping, access control measures, and surveillance technologies.
- Conduct security audits and vulnerability assessments to identify potential risks and threats within physical spaces. Provide actionable reports and solutions to improve security effectiveness.
- Work closely with architects, engineers, and facility managers to integrate security measures into the design and construction of buildings, access points, parking lots, and surrounding areas.
- Evaluate and recommend technologies such as CCTV, alarm systems, and access control solutions. Ensure proper integration of physical security systems to provide real-time monitoring and response capabilities.
- Develop and implement security policies, protocols, and procedures related to physical security and access control. Ensure compliance with local laws, regulations, and organizational standards.
- Train staff and stakeholders on CPTED principles and the role of environmental design in crime prevention.
- Conduct workshops to improve the understanding of physical security measures and their importance in maintaining a safe environment.
- Prepare and provide presentations to clients on specifically, how to conduct Security Risk Assessments.
- Work closely with contractor physical security leads, facility management teams, and other stakeholders to ensure comprehensive security coverage. Lead or participate in security-related meetings and projects.
- Analyze incidents to identify areas for improvement in security practices.
- Travel to different sites or locations may be required.
Necessary Skills
- Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice, Security Management, Architecture, Urban Planning, or equivalent education/related professional work experience.
- Minimum of 10 – 15 years of experience and 5 years of them in project management.
- Proven track record in conducting risk assessments, implementing security measures, and managing security projects.
- Proficiency with security technologies (CCTV, access control, alarm systems, etc.).
- Familiar with Microsoft Office, estimating and scheduling software, project management software, emergency response planning and crisis management.
- Ability to interact with various design teams, have excellent organizational, project management and communication (both written and verbal) skills.
- Certifications in CPTED, Physical Security, or Security Management are a plus.
- Strong understanding of CPTED principles and their application in physical security is a plus.
- Knowledge and application of security standards and safety regulations is preferred.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Ability to interpret building plans, architectural drawings, and security blueprints.
- Ability to conduct site inspections and assessments in various environments, including office buildings, industrial sites, and outdoor spaces.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with various stakeholders.
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