Embedded Security Analyst - Dedicated GSOC

Global Guardian; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Global Guardian, LLC in Arlington, VA seeks a GSOC Analyst to manage day-to-day security operations, providing 24/7 coverage, escalation and response. This in-person role supports travelers and employees worldwide, upholding preparedness and rapid recovery across regions.

You will monitor real-time locations, coordinate with security teams, dispatch officers, review CCTV, and maintain accurate incident records.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or 3+ years in emergency management, crisis management, or emergency operations centers.
• Familiarity with video surveillance, access control, threat intelligence and mass notification systems.
• Professional certifications such as CPP or PSP are desirable.
• Familiarity with Everbridge, Ontic and Microsoft 365 products.

Responsibilities

• Monitor mission-critical operations and employee locations in real time to ensure safety and adapt to threats.
• Dispatch security officers and EMS personnel during incidents.
• Answer routine and emergency calls from persons in distress.
• Maintain data for security systems, repairs, and equipment damage escalation.
• Record incidents and escalate information to leadership as required.
• Monitor CCTV and alarm systems and maintain accurate records.

Skills

Vigilance

Analytical skills

Interpersonal communication

Independent decision making

De-escalation

Emotional intelligence

Education

Bachelor's degree in Security Management, Emergency Management, Criminal Justice

Tools

Everbridge

Ontic

Microsoft 365

Job description

Company Overview

Global Guardian protects and delivers employees and families from political, environmental, and bad actor threats worldwide. We are a leading provider of emergency medical and security solutions for corporations and individuals. Our 24/7 Operations Centers in McLean, VA and Charlotte, NC, identify, monitor, and respond to threats and emergencies with on-the-ground teams in over 100 countries. Our world-class professionals have extensive intelligence community experience, military special operations, and federal law enforcement. Founded over ten years ago by a Delta Force Sergeant Major and an Army Special Forces Colonel, we are a values-based organization focusing on a camaraderie, service, and excellence culture. We have managed crises in the worst environments in the world, and we know how to act fast to provide unmatched service for our clients. Global Guardian is an investor-backed, high-growth company that offers employees growth opportunities within the organization.

Position Overview

The Global Security Operations Center (GSOC) Analyst will be responsible for handling the day-to-day operations of the GSOC, ensuring 24/7 coverage and response capabilities. This pivotal role requires a seasoned professional with an understanding of the industry's best practices as it relates to customer service, alarm response and video review, threat intelligence, travel safety and security, emergency management, and escalations. The Security Analyst will act as a trusted source of truth, upholding the highest standards of preparedness, response, and recovery capabilities across all regions. This position is 100% in person at the client site.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Monitor and track mission-critical operations and employee locations in real time, ensuring team safety and swift adaptation to evolving threats or logistical changes.
• Evaluate flight patterns, hotel locations, high-risk destinations, and transportation options to provide travelers with safer choices and risk-reduction strategies.
• Dispatch security officers, facilities, and on-site EMS personnel as required via telephone and/or radio during security or medical incidents.
• Responsible for answering routine and emergency calls, which may include persons in distress, acting as a calm and collected security point of contact.
• Maintain meticulous data keeping for security systems maintenance, tracking all repairs, problematic devices and escalating damaged equipment to the Systems Team, ensuring e2e repair completion.
• Utilize mass communication systems to deliver urgent messages to the Crisis Management Team and operational leaders, adhering to established protocols.
• Respond, compile and report all information regarding thefts, alarms, accidents and other incidents that may occur during course of duty.
• Monitor Closed Circuit Television (CCTV), escalating threat detections of, while maintaining meticulous alarm tracking records.
• Operate multi-line telephone and radio equipment.
• Escalate without delay, complaints, critical event information to shift supervisor, Site Ops Manager and the GSOC manager.
• Foster relationships with third-party security providers, law enforcement, and emergency services to enable coordinated crisis response.
• For the first six months likely working alone as a single operator. Must be self-reliant, organized, and able to work independently.
• Provide limited access badge support which may include operating digital camera equipment, badge printer, coordination of badge activation and distribution of new and or replacement badges.
• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Skills

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Security Management, Emergency Management, Criminal Justice, or a related field is highly recommendedand / or more than 3 years of experience in emergency management, crisis management, emergency operations centers, or a related field.
• Familiarity with video surveillance, access control, threat intelligence, mass notification, and incident case management systems.
• Professional certifications such as Certified Protection Professional (CPP), Physical Security Professional (PSP), or equivalent, are desirable.
• Familiarity with Everbridge, Ontic and Microsoft 365 products.

Required Skills:

• Exceptional vigilance and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities.
• Ability to work independently and make decisive, well-informed decisions.
• Proven capability in handling high-stress situations and de-escalating conflicts.
• Emotional intelligence and awareness to handle high stress situations with candor.

Position Type and Schedule

• This is afull-time, in-person position located in Arlington, VA.
• Salaried, exempt professional.
• Shift schedule.
• The GSOC operates approximately 24/7.

Work Environment and Physical Demands

Reasonable accommodation requires the physical and mental capacity to perform all essential functions effectively. In addition to other demands, the demands of the jobinclude:

• Exposure to stressful situations, such as challenging individuals or high-alert security issues.
• Exposure to sensitive and confidential information.
• Regular computer usage.
• Frequent sitting and standing.

Global Guardian Values

• We are hyper-responsive
• We find a way to “yes”
• We do what we say
• We work as a team

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Global Guardian is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran, disabled status, or genetic information.If you need reasonable accommodation regarding the application process, do not hesitate to contact [e-mail].