Job Overview

The Security Specialist plays a vital role in implementing the physical security and administrative security aspects of the Information Security Management System (ISMS). This role is responsible from managing and performing tasks associated with the development, communication, implementation, enforcement and monitoring of security controls to ensure the organization's physical security and to protect information assets from intentional or inadvertent theft, disclosure, or misuse, as well as protecting the company's employees and assets from threats. This role requires strong English language communication with other employees, both in written and verbal form. As there are security needs to be addresses for the entire campus including office, manufacturing, and construction environments, the Security Specialist will be required to perform the work in all these environments. There will be some need for travel and off-hours availability to fulfill this role.

Role and Responsibilities

Physical Security:

Manage all aspects of the physical security systems including magnetometers, X-Ray, EAS, access control system, CCTV/VMS, LPR, PSIM, Data Protection Technology (DPT) and PC port locks.
Facilitate the placement of security stickers seals on all smart phone camera devices and inspect upon exit.
Manage the security violation program
Perform regular reports on the status of relevant KPIs.
Manage the inventory of security devices and supplies
Review incident reports and perform investigations as necessary
Conduct interviews with employees and contractors to assist in gathering facts for investigations
Other general security duties as required to maintain a safe and secure workplace

Guard Contract Management:

Manage all aspects of the on-site contract security company
Ensure proper guard staffing to ensure optimal protection of assets
Regularly audit invoices and authorize payment for services provided
Manage Post Orders for security company accountability
Efficiently manage the physical security budget
Set and monitor guard training standards including ongoing training.

Physical Security - Access Control:

Manage the ID badging program for employees, contractors and visitors
Manage the access control system at an Administrator level, programming devices and access levels
Set intelligent access levels using the principle of least privilege
Troubleshoot access control system components
Audit abnormal site access to the site and restricted areas
Maintain a system or carry-in and out for property
Maintain separation between production and construction areas
Manage the Vehicle Gate and other vehicle entry points

Administrative Security:

Maintain and update security policies, guidelines and procedures
Train employees in security best practices and procedures
Create regular publications to promote security awareness
Keep and audit evidence and training records organized and readily available for response to government and internal audits
Perform security audits or related SKO battery business companies

External Threats:

Assist Safety, Health, Environment (SHE) Department with managing external threats
Maintain positive relationships with local law enforcement to coordinate responses to threats
Manage systems and countermeasures to deter, detect and delay external threats

Skill and Qualification

Associate or bachelor's degree in security management, Criminal Justice, Business Management or related field
4+ years of experience in physical security management
1+ year of experience managing contract security guards
2+ years of managing a Badge ID and access control program
Detailed knowledge of access control system operation technical concepts
Security survey, audit and vulnerability assessment experience
Ability to write policies, guidelines and procedures at a professional level
APP, PSP or CPP (ASIS International) Certification Preferred
Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.)
Basic proficiency in using Windows OS

Shift: Day Shift
Compensation: $65,000

SK Battery America

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