Corporate Security Specialist

Concentric Advisors; Kirkland (WA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

HSA medical plan

Medical FSA

Employer-paid life/STD/LTD/AD&D

401(k) with employer match

Paid holidays and paid leave

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Concentric Advisors seeks a Corporate Security Specialist to work onsite in Kirkland, WA, providing holistic security for the client’s office. You will maintain access control, support incident management, and assist threat management and emergency response.

Requirements include 2+ years in armed security, CPL eligibility, CPR/First Aid, and experience with CCTV/alarm systems. The role involves collaboration with HR and leadership to ensure safe, secure operations.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in armed corporate security.
• Licensing: defensive tactics, de-escalation, first aid/medical response, security guarding, firearms use.
• Washington State CPL and armed guard card eligibility.
• CPR/First Aid/AED training or higher required.

Responsibilities

• Safeguard client site and personnel from security and safety hazards.
• Provide professional, courteous security coverage for employees and visitors.
• Establish a front-facing security presence during business hours.
• Monitor access control, alarm, and CCTV systems.
• Assist in developing and implementing SOPs.
• Manage visitor processes and guest badge issuance.

Skills

Armed security experience

CPR/First Aid

Excellent communication

Access control

Defensive tactics training

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in related field

Tools

Genetec

Bosch

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 Specialist to join our team embedded with our client in Kirkland!

This position requires working onsite in Kirkland, WA and follows a Monday-Friday 9am-6pm schedule.

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’s office in Kirkland, Washington. The Corporate Security Specialist will maintain access control, support incident management, and act to support threat management and emergency response.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• 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
• Monitor access control, alarm, & CCTV technologies.
• Assist in the development and implementation of SOPs
• Facilitate and manage visitor process/reception function and guest badge issuance
• POI management for unsolicited contact (visits, mail, phone calls, etc.)
• Securing the arrival and departure routes for key executives
• 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.)
• Demonstrate integrity and excellent customer service skills in all assignments in a professional office setting
• Complete daily requests from management
• Perform other duties as assigned

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum of 2 years of experience preferably in an armed corporate security position
• All required licenses and certification requirements, including:
  • Licensing/proven training in defensive tactics, de-escalation, first aid/medical response, security guarding, and firearms use.
  • This position has the potential to be armed. Candidates must be current or retired law enforcement or possess a current Concealed Pistol License (CPL) issued by the Washington State Department of Licensing
  • Must be eligible to obtain and/or maintain a Washington State Armed Guard Card.
  • Must hold or be able to obtain CPR/First Aid/AED training or higher
• Experience with physical security, CCTV, and alarm monitoring systems
• High ethical standards with proven ability to handle highly confidential and sensitive information; excellent judgment, discretion, and diplomacy
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including comfort interfacing with senior company leadership
• Skilled in synthesizing facts, concepts, and principles
• Emotional intelligence and a customer-focused approach status

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field or relevant experience
• Executive Protection and/or Tactical training preferred
• Advanced medical training (EMT, WEMT, WFR, TCCC/TECC)
• Alarm/Access Control Systems Certification: Genetec and/or Bosch
• Candidates may be required to complete and maintain the Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission (CJTC) Firearms Certification course

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• The HSA medical plan covers 100% of the premium for employee-only coverage. The PPO medical plan requires an employee contribution for employee-only coverage. For both plans, Concentric covers a substantial portion of the premium for dependents.
• Concentric also offers an HSA employer contribution
• Medical FSA
• Employer-paid insurance: life, STD, LTD, and AD&D
• 401 (k) including employer match
• 7 paid holidays
• Paid leave (vacation, sick, parental)
• Annual Health & Wellness Benefit
• Pet Insurance
• National discount employee program
• Employee Assistance Program for personal needs
• Credentity Protection - Eclipse Digital Protection by Concentric
• Free access to our Risk Intelligence Dashboard and GEAR App. Providing 24/7 access to trusted risk intelligence and remote support, helping you stay informed, prepared, and protected wherever you operate.
• Dedicated Security and Intelligence Training Programs for Professional Development
• Coaching and Mentoring Opportunities

Seattle, Washington Pay Range

$40—$43 USD

Concentric and SPS Global acknowledge the systemic barriers in the security industry and recognize that removing those barriers will require a collaborative and conscious effort. Concentric and SPS Global are committed to programs and initiatives that promote diversity, equity, and inclusion, enhancing our organization and the broader community. We are creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

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