Security Lead: Industrial Site & Access Control

Qcells Georgia, Inc.; Cartersville (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

QCELLS America, a leading solar manufacturing company headquartered in Cartersville, Georgia, is seeking a Security Specialist to join our team and contribute to a safe, secure, and operationally excellent workplace.

The Security Specialist serves as the site lead for physical security operations and access control, manages security systems and the contract security force, assesses security risks and applies security requirements across site procedures and training, leads security incident

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years in industrial, manufacturing, or corporate security including access control, patrol operations, and incident response.
• Experience conducting security incident investigations with clear, factual written reports.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; ability to explain security requirements to teams at all levels.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint, Word, and Excel for leadership presentations and data analysis.
• Ability to respond to after-hours incidents and to work flexible hours as needed.
• Proactive, self-directed work style with strong ownership and follow-through.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the site lead for physical security operations, including perimeter protection, access control, visitor and contractor management, and after-hours coverage.
• Manage the contract security force, including post orders, coverage schedules, training, patrols, and vendor performance against contract requirements.
• Manage security systems and technology (access control, CCTV, intrusion and alarm systems, visitor management tools).
• Maintain a documented site security program aligned with corporate, customer, and regulatory requirements; keep policies and records under control.
• Monitor security controls through inspections, drills, system testing, and log/footage reviews; drive corrective actions.
• Investigate security incidents such as unauthorized access, theft, vandalism, and threats; preserve evidence and coordinate with leadership and HR/Law enforcement.
• Coordinate with EHS on emergency action plans, evacuation, drills, and lockdown procedures.
• Establish and track security KPIs, maintain dashboards, and report to leadership on trends and issues.
• Escalate significant matters promptly and present improvement proposals with scope and resources.

Skills

Security management

Industrial security

Incident investigation

Communication skills

MS Office

Flexibility hours

Ownership & drive

Job description

QCELLS America, a leading solar manufacturing company headquartered in Cartersville, Georgia, is seeking a Security Specialist to join our team and contribute to a safe, secure, and operationally excellent workplace.

The Security Specialist serves as the site lead for physical security operations and access control, manages security systems and the contract security force, assesses security risks and applies security requirements across site procedures and training, leads security incident