Physical Security Evaluator

Kforce Inc; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Kforce is seeking a Physical Security Evaluator for a client in West Palm Beach, FL. The role will assess data facility security, document gaps, and work with Vultr security teams to enforce standards in real-world environments.

Responsibilities include evaluating facilities, reporting vulnerabilities, and recommending mitigations. The candidate should apply security best practices, communicate effectively at all levels, and stay current with industry trends.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of cloud computing concepts and data center environments.
• Working knowledge of physical security best practices, including access control, intrusion detection, CCTV systems, and security operations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough physical security evaluations of data facilities within an assigned region.
• Document vulnerabilities and ensure mitigations are implemented to resolve gaps.
• Prepare clear evaluation reports with supporting documentation of security posture.
• Partner with security teams to review documentation and explain security standards in real-world environments.
• Research, develop, and evaluate new technologies and security measures for application to facilities.
• Assist global security teams in determining strategic direction based on customer interactions and assessments.
• Keep leadership informed of stakeholder engagement status and key activities.
• Stay current with industry trends and maintain relationships with industry professionals and manufacturers.

Skills

Cloud computing

Data center environments

Physical security

Communication skills

Independent work

Job description

Responsibilities

Kforce has a client that is seeking a Physical Security Evaluator in West Palm Beach, FL. Key Responsibilities:

• Physical Security Evaluator will conduct thorough physical security evaluations of all data facilities within an assigned region
• Document all identified vulnerabilities and ensure effective mitigation actions are implemented to resolve each security gap
• Prepare clear, concise evaluation reports with supporting documentation of the overall physical security posture of Vultr locations
• Partner with Vultr Security teams and customers to review security documentation and support understanding of physical security standards and policies in real-world environments
• As a Physical Security Evaluator, you will research, develop, and evaluate new technologies and security measures for potential application to existing security processes and data facility environments
• Assist the global Physical Security Team in determining the strategic direction of the Vultr Physical Security Program, informed by customer interactions and assessment outcomes
• Keep Physical Security leadership fully informed of stakeholder and customer engagement status, open issues, and key activities
• Stay current with industry trends, events, and innovations; Build and maintain relationships with key industry professionals and equipment manufacturers

Requirements

• Knowledge of cloud computing concepts and data center environments
• Working knowledge of physical security best practices, including application of security systems, investigation techniques, contract security guard management, incident management, and assessment of access control, intrusion detection, and CCTV surveillance systems
• Strong written and oral communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively at technical, business, and executive levels
• Demonstrated ability to work proactively and independently, meet deadlines, and deliver on projects and assigned tasks

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.