Hybrid Physical Security Lead — Access Control & Life Safety

Verisign; Reston (VA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 122,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Job summary

Verisign in Reston, VA is seeking a Physical Security Analyst to manage access controls, life safety programs, and guard contract oversight. You will perform risk assessments, audits, and training, partnering with engineers and vendors to implement mitigations. This role blends technical security operations with program management in a hybrid work environment.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in physical security, Lenel experience, and strong communication skills. A Bachelor's degree is required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years' general physical security operations
• 3+ years' related experience in law enforcement or the military, preferred
• 3+ years' Lenel experience, preferred
• Strong written and oral communication skills with stakeholders
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience, required

Responsibilities

• Physical security access control management and reporting
• Lead life safety programs and drills, and manage emergency communications
• Oversee guard management and training for armed officers
• Develop security operation plans for company events and programs
• Assist with audits and third-party vendor oversight

Skills

Communication

Critical thinking

Vendor mgmt

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Lenel access control

Job description

Verisign in Reston, VA is seeking a Physical Security Analyst to manage access controls, life safety programs, and guard contract oversight. You will perform risk assessments, audits, and training, partnering with engineers and vendors to implement mitigations. This role blends technical security operations with program management in a hybrid work environment.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in physical security, Lenel experience, and strong communication skills. A Bachelor's degree is required.