Physical Security Specialist

First Merchants Bank; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

401k

HSA/FSA

Vacation/Sick Time

Paid Holidays

Paid Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Additional Benefits

Job summary

First Merchants Bank is seeking a Physical Security Specialist to join our Indianapolis headquarters team. The role combines security presence, access control, surveillance monitoring, and emergency response to maintain a safe environment for executives, employees, visitors, and assets.

The position supports executive protection initiatives, participates in after-hours on-call rotations, and reports incidents and security concerns in a timely manner.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Two years of experience in physical security, corporate security, IT Security, military service or law enforcement.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a visible security presence at the headquarters front desk and lobby areas.
• Monitor facility activity to detect, deter, and respond to security incidents, suspicious behavior, or policy violations.
• Assist employees, contractors, and visitors with access control and credential-related issues.
• Verify identification and authorization of visitors, vendors, and contractors entering the facility.
• Issue visitor badges and ensure compliance with visitor management procedures.
• Monitor access control systems and investigate unauthorized or unusual access events.
• Conduct video reviews and preserve surveillance footage as required for investigations.
• Document and report incidents, observations, and security concerns in accordance with company procedures.
• Escalate security events to appropriate personnel and emergency responders when necessary.
• Prepare accurate, detailed, and timely incident reports, activity logs, and shift reports.

Skills

Physical security

Access control

Surveillance monitoring

Emergency response

Visitor management

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, Homeland Security, Emergency Management, or related field

Tools

Genetec access control

CCTV monitoring systems

Visitor management systems

Incident management software

Job description

Description

First Merchants Bank is seeking a Physical Security Specialist to join our team! This position serves as the primary security presence at the Indianapolis headquarters facility, protecting executives, employees, visitors, assets, and sensitive information. This position combines physical security, access control, surveillance monitoring, customer service, emergency response, and facility patrol responsibilities to maintain a safe, secure, and professional environment.

As part of this role you will:

• Adhere to and maintain physical security culture and standards.
• Maintain a visible and professional security presence at the headquarters front desk and lobby areas.
• Assist in coordination of after-hours events to ensure that security posture is maintained.
• Monitor facility activity to detect, deter, and respond to security incidents, suspicious behavior, or policy violations.
• Protect company personnel, property, and critical assets from theft, vandalism, loss, or unauthorized access.
• Participate in after hours on-call rotation receiving emergency security assistance calls.
• Support executive protection initiatives through heightened awareness and security monitoring.
• Serve as a first responder on premises during emergency and security events and/or threats.
• Respond appropriately to medical emergencies, security incidents, fire alarms, workplace violence concerns, and other emergency situations.
• Assist employees, contractors, and visitors with access control and credential-related issues.
• Verify identification and authorization of visitors, vendors, and contractors entering the facility.
• Issue visitor badges and ensure compliance with visitor management procedures.
• Monitor access control systems and investigate unauthorized or unusual access events.
• Conduct video reviews and preserve surveillance footage as required for investigations.
• Document and report incidents, observations, and security concerns in accordance with company procedures.
• Escalate security events to appropriate personnel and emergency responders when necessary.
• Prepare accurate, detailed, and timely incident reports, activity logs, and shift reports.
• Assist and support the physical security team as needed and directed by the Manager of Physical Security.

To be successful in this position, we require the following:

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Two years of experience in physical security, corporate security, IT Security, military service or law enforcement.

The following would be a plus:

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, Homeland Security, Emergency Management, or related field.
• 3+ years of corporate security experience.
• Experience supporting executive offices or headquarters facilities.
• Experience with:
  • Genetec, or similar access control systems
  • CCTV monitoring systems
  • Visitor management systems
  • Incident management software
• Military, law enforcement, emergency medical, or fire service background.
• Emergency response or active threat response training.

First Merchants offers the following:

• Base Pay PLUS Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 401k
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Vacation/Sick Time
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Additional Benefits

A little about us:

First Merchants is guided by a genuine philosophy of being a meaningful place to work and having a prosperous impact across all walks of life throughout the communities we serve, including consumers, businesses and other organizations. Our Vision, Mission and Team statement reflect and reinforce that authentic service philosophy.

Our Vision is:

To enhance the financial wellness of the diverse communities we serve.

Our Mission is:

To be the most responsive, knowledgeable, and high-performing financial organization for our clients, teammates, and shareholders.

Our Team:

"We are a collection of dynamic colleagues with diverse experiences and perspectives who share a passion for positively impacting lives. We are genuinely committed to attracting and engaging teammates of diverse backgrounds. We believe in the power of inclusion and belonging."

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