Security Analyst - Dedicated GSOC

Global Guardian; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Global Guardian seeks a dedicated GSOC Analyst for a 100% in-person role in McLean, VA. You will handle day-to-day GSOC operations, ensure 24/7 coverage, respond to threats, and support incident management with a focus on preparedness, response, and recovery.

The ideal candidate has experience in emergency operations, threat intelligence, and security technologies, with a strong service mindset and the ability to perform under pressure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Security Management, Emergency Management, Criminal Justice, International Relations, Security Studies, Political Science, or related field or 3+ years in related roles.
• Familiarity with video surveillance, access control, threat intelligence, mass notification, and incident case management systems.
• CPP/PSP or equivalent certifications desirable.
• Familiarity with Everbridge, Ontic and Microsoft 365 products.

Responsibilities

• Dispatch security personnel and EMS as needed during incidents.
• Review intelligence feeds and escalate threats to incident channels.
• Answer routine and emergency calls and act as security point of contact.
• Maintain data for security systems maintenance and repairs.
• Communicate information to business partners with speed and accuracy.
• Coordinate maintenance of CCTV, radios, alarm and other systems.
• Respond, compile and report information on thefts, alarms and incidents.
• Monitor CCTV and escalate threat detections with accurate records.
• Operate multi-line telephone and radio equipment.
• Assist investigations with footage requests and badge audits.
• Escalate critical information to shift supervisor and GSOC manager.
• Provide badge support and distribution of badges.

Skills

Vigilance and attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Decision making

De-escalation

Emotional intelligence

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Security Management or related field

Tools

Everbridge

Ontic

Microsoft 365

CCTV/Access control systems

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 Charlotte, NC, and McLean, VA, 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

Global Guardian is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Global Security Operations Center (GSOC) Analyst for a dedicated client in McLean, VA. This role 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 a understanding of industry best practices as it relates to customer service, alarm response and video review, threat intelligence, travel safety and security, emergency management, and escalations. The GSOC analyst will act as a trusted source of truth, upholding the highest standards of preparedness, response, and recovery capabilities across all regions. The Security Analyst will report directly to the Operations Center Manager. This position is 100% in person.

This position is not a cyber security role.

Duties and Responsibilities

Core Duties and Responsibilities:

• Dispatch security officers as needed, facilities, and on-site EMS personnel as required via telephone and/or radio during security or medical incidents.
• Review intelligence feeds quickly, escalating threats to employees and offices to incident management channels, acting as a conduit to action results.
• Answer 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.
• Communicateand disseminateinformation using established communication vehicles to key business partners, focusing on speed and accuracy.
• Coordinatewith security systems team regularly for maintenance of all equipment, including radios, alarm systems, telephonic equipment, CCTV systems and other integrated technology.
• 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.
• Provide assistance to the investigations team with technology related requests and support, such as sourcing footage, badge audits and any other requests.
• Escalate without delay, complaints, critical event information to shift supervisor, Site Ops Manager and the GSOC manager.
• 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.

Qualifications and Skills

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Security Management, Emergency Management, Criminal Justice, International Relations, Security Studies, Political Science, 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 a full-time, in-person position located in McLean, VA.
• Salaried, exempt professional.
• Shift schedule.
• The GSOC operates 24/7.

Work Environment and Physical Demands

• 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].