Corporate Security Lead

concentricadvisors; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Concentric is seeking a Corporate Security Lead to join our team embedded with a client, onsite in Arlington, VA. This role supports incident management, threat management, and emergency response with a high level of professionalism.

The ideal candidate will supervise security staff, coordinate with Protective Services, facilities, legal, and HR, and lead incident response and continuity planning. Prior armed security or law enforcement with HR218/LEOSA credentials are preferred, with CCW

Qualifications

• Legally able to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.
• Washington, D.C. SPO certification or ability to obtain.
• Minimum of 2 years in armed corporate security or prior law enforcement with HR218/LEOSA.
• Strong ability to build relationships across internal teams and leadership.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and schedule on-site security staff.
• Assist in the site's security SOPs and Handbook updates.
• Serve as liaison to Protective Services, facilities, legal, and HR leadership on security matters.
• Lead incident response and threat assessment, escalating to law enforcement when required.
• Assist with emergency preparedness and business continuity planning.
• Assist in vendor relationships and staffing/budget recommendations.
• Report security metrics and incident trends to client leadership.
• Provide security coverage for employees and visitors in a professional, compliant manner.
• Establish a front-facing security presence during business hours.
• Support HR functions with security considerations (terminations, screenings, access removal).
• Interact with Protective Services for executive needs, including events.

Skills

CCW Certification

Security Operations

Incident Response

Relationship Building

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Incident Reporting Systems

Job description

Are you interested in joining an organization with a global reach? In a world of shifting threats, Concentric is your trusted ally. Powered by elite professionals from military, government, and intelligence backgrounds. If you are passionate about intelligence, risk analysis, threat management, executive protection, security operations, or business resiliency, Concentric may be the organization you've been searching for!

Concentric is a risk consultancy specializing in delivering strategic security and intelligence services. We provide holistic, intelligent security solutions for private clients and corporations globally. Concentric offers strategic advisory services, risk assessments, physical protection, threat intelligence, open-source monitoring, program audits, secure embedded staffing, and training for security teams and intelligence analysts.

Our ultimate goal is to be recognized as the most innovative, capable, and trusted Risk Management partner in the world, and we do this by following these core values:

Integrity - Collaboration - Relationships - Excellence - Creativity - Results

Join Us,

Concentric - "Your World Secured"

We are currently looking to hire a Corporate Security Lead to join our team embedded with our client! This position requires working onsite in Arlington, VA.

JOB DESCRIPTION

This position requires an exceptionally talented, personable, and self-motivated individual to work in a highly visible and interactive position, providing holistic security for the client. The Corporate Security Agent will support incident management and act to support threat management and emergency response.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supervise and schedule on-site security staff
• Assist in the site's security SOPs and updating the Handbook as needed
• Serve as liaison to client's Protective Services, facilities, legal, and HR leadership on security matters
• Lead incident response and threat assessment, escalating to law enforcement when required
• Assists with emergency preparedness and business continuity planning (evacuation, active threat, severe weather protocols)
• Assist with vendor relationships (guard services, security technology, alarm monitoring) and staffing/budget recommendations
• Report security metrics and incident trends to client leadership on a regular cadence
• Safeguard the client site and personnel from all forms of security and safety hazards
• Provide security coverage for employees, guests, and others in a way that is professional, courteous, and in compliance with established policies and procedures
• Establish a front-facing security presence during business hours
• Assist in the development and implementation of SOPs
• POI management for unsolicited contact (visits, mail, phone calls, etc.)
• Assist in the development of a streamlined incident reporting and activity log, and remain diligent in maintaining an accurate record
• Integrate security support for HR functions (i.e., terminations, screenings, removal of access, etc.)
• Interact with the client's Protective Services team on occasion to assist with specialty onsite executive needs, such as special events
• Demonstrate integrity and excellent customer service skills in all assignments in a professional office setting
• Complete daily requests from management
• Directly support clients' Security Operations at the headquarters site
• Interact with clients and the Protective Services team as needed to provide executive support, including for on‑site events.
• Provide in‑person support for security‑assisted terminations
• Provide in‑person de‑escalation support as needed.
• Providing local EP and secure driving (either shadowing the CEO or transporting them in a corporate vehicle).
• Accompanying the CEO to local functions in an official EP and secure driving capacity.
• Handling travel EP duties when asked, including recent international travel to Japan with the CEO.
• Perform other duties as assigned

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be able to legally work in the United States without visa sponsorship.
• Currently possess and/or ability to obtain a Washington, D.C. Special Police Officer (SPO) certification
• Minimum of 2 years of experience, preferably in an armed corporate security position or previous law enforcement employment with an HR218/LEOSA credential
• Experience in building strong working relationships with multiple internal teams and departments to ensure seamless communication, effective problem-solving, and the achievement of organizational goals.
• All required licenses and certification requirements.
• Demonstrated knowledge and proficiency in computer software commonly used in business functions (such as Microsoft Office Suite, incident reporting systems, and other relevant security or administrative platforms).
• Candidates must possess a current concealed carry weapon (CCW)
• High ethical standards with proven ability to handle highly confidential and sensitive information; excellent judgment, discretion, and diplomacy
• Excellent wri