Physical Security Support II

First Tech Federal Credit Union; Chelmsford (MA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) match

Paid Time Off

Paid federal holidays

Employee pricing on lending products

Job summary

First Tech Federal Credit Union is seeking a dedicated Physical Security Support to be the first point of contact for employees, visitors, and contractors at the Chelmsford campus. You will manage badge issuance, access control, and visitor workflows while supporting incident response and security monitoring.

You will collaborate with Workplace Services and Facilities, perform monthly system tests, and assist with onboarding and safety communications to ensure a safe, welcoming environment for

Qualifications

• Requires High school diploma or equivalent and 1–2 years of relevant security experience.
• Proficiency with visitor/vendor management systems and monitoring tools.
• Experience with access control devices, CCTV and alarm systems.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.

Responsibilities

• Greet and verify employees, visitors, vendors, and contractors professionally.
• Enforce badge and access control procedures according to security policies.
• Coordinate background checks for vendors before access is granted.
• Maintain visitor/vendor management data with accuracy and compliance.
• Monitor entrances and lobby areas to prevent unauthorized access.
• Test security systems monthly, including lockdown and holdup buttons.
• Assist with onboarding by issuing badges and providing access info.

Skills

Visitor management

Access control

Security monitoring

Customer service

Badge audits

Monthly access reports

Calm under pressure

Microsoft Office

Team player

Confidentiality

Independent work

Professional demeanor

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Access control systems

CCTV/Alarm monitoring

Job description

Description

The Physical Security Support serves as the first point of contact for employees, visitors, contractors, and vendors while helping maintain a safe, secure, and welcoming environment. This position combines customer service excellence with physical security responsibilities, including access control, visitor management, incident response, and security monitoring.

Essential Functions:

• Greet, verify, and direct employees, visitors, vendors, and contractors in a professional and courteous manner.
• Enforce badge compliance and access control procedures in accordance with security policies.
• Coordinating cleared background checks from vendors prior to access granted.
• Administer and maintain the visitor/vendor management system, ensuring data accuracy and compliance.
• Monitor entrances, exits, and lobby areas to prevent unauthorized access.
• Conduct monthly testing of front desk security systems, including lockdown and holdup buttons.
• Assist with newhire onboarding by preparing badges and providing building access, evacuation, and safety information.
• Support safety drills, evacuations, and participate in or support the Safety Committee, as assigned.
• Receive and safeguard legal or official documents (such as subpoenas), ensuring chainofcustody, confidentiality, and timely routing in accordance with established procedures.
• Manage and resolve physical security-related service tickets.
• Partner with and support Workplace Services and Facilities teams on ad/hoc requests,
• Provide coverage and support at other locations, as needed.

Typical Scope:

• Serves as the primary security and customer service presence at the facility's reception area.
• Ensures authorized access to the building through visitor management, badge issuance, and access control procedures.
• Monitors security systems, including CCTV, alarms, and access control platforms, and escalates issues as necessary.
• Supports the safety and security of employees, visitors, contractors, and company assets.
• Responds to routine security incidents, emergencies, and requests for assistance in accordance with established procedures.
• Maintains accurate security documentation, visitor records, and incident reports.
• Partners with Physical Security, Facilities, Human Resources, and local emergency services when required.
• Exercises judgment within established policies and procedures, referring complex or high-risk situations to Security leadership.
• Typically works independently with limited supervision while maintaining regular communication with site management and security leadership.

Education & Experience:

• Required Education: High school diploma and/or specialized certification
• Required Experience:1 - 2 years of relevant experience

Qualifications & Skills:

• Proficiency in visitor/vendor management system and monitoring tools
• Proficiency in Security equipment including access control, camera systems and alarms
• Excellent written and communication skills
• Demonstrated strong skills in problem solving and quality customer service
• Responsible for badge audits and assuring that access is correct, including monthly server room audit
• Responsible for providing monthly access report
• Ability to remain calm, professional and detail-oriented in a security environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Efficient, well-organized, able to effectively manage a variety of duties simultaneously
• Ability to follow procedures, maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
• Professional and courteous demeanor when interacting with employees, visitors, and vendors

Work Environment & Conditions (with or without reasonable accommodation):

• Ability to travel infrequently (less than 10% of the time)
• Abilitytoremainstationary(sittingorstanding)foratleast50%oftime worked
• Mustbeabletocommunicateeffectivelyinpersonandviadigitalplatformswithotheremployees,members, and third-party vendors
• Capableofoperatingappropriateofficeequipmentrequiredforemployeeproductivity,includinguseof keyboards
• Possesstheabilitytofunction independently
• Ability to lift up to a minimum of 10 lbs. (maybe more for some roles)
• Rolemayrequireextendedhoursduringpeakperiods(e.g. special events, etc)

Location & Hybrid Expectations:

On-Site Work Environment at the Chelmsford Operations Center with occasional travel to support the security program.

Target Compensation:

$22.60 to $27.16 per hour

Schedule:

Monday - Friday 8am - 5:30pm

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Who We Are:

Every great journey begins with a bold idea-and ours is no different. First Tech and DCU were founded on the belief that financial solutions should put people first. That belief has fueled decades of innovation and service, rooted in the tech sector and expanding to support members from all walks of life.

Employees are eligible for:

• Traditional medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Generous 401(k) match
• Paid Time Off: You'll accrue up to 15 days in your first year. In addition, you'll receive 40 hours of sick time and 3 personal days, which refresh annually
• Paid federal holidays
• Special employee pricing on lending products such as mortgage, auto, and personal loans (eligibility subject to standard account requirements and underwriting criteria)

Employment Statements:

First Tech is an equal opportunity employer, and we value diversity, inclusion, and equity at our company. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

If you're applying for a job and need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an email to [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and contact information. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

First Tech is not currently offering Visa transfer/sponsorship for this position.