Security Specialist

Employment Enterprises; Springfield (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K retirement plan

Medical and dental benefits

Flex spending account

Pet insurance

Credit union membership

Sick leave

Discount program membership

Voluntary supplemental insurance

Job summary

Employment Enterprises is seeking a Security Specialist to support physical security programs in Springfield, VA. This full-time, contract position offers $28 per hour. The role involves conducting security assessments, performing inspections, and documenting incidents.

Qualified candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and 0 to 3 years of experience. Benefits include a 401K plan and medical coverage.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, Homeland Security, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 0 to 3 years of experience in security, emergency management, or investigations.
• Basic understanding of physical security principles and security systems.

Responsibilities

• Conduct physical security assessments to identify vulnerabilities.
• Perform routine site inspections for compliance and equipment functionality.
• Document security incidents and prepare reports.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Project management

Basic security principles

Education

Bachelor's in Criminal Justice or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Our client is a trusted utility and energy provider delivering safe, reliable, and sustainable solutions to homes and businesses. The Security Specialist supports the organization's physical security program through security assessments, facility inspections, incident management, security technology administration, and capital improvement initiatives. This is a full-time, contract position based in Springfield, VA, paying $28.00 per hour.

Responsibilities

• Conduct physical security assessments of facilities, offices, operational sites, and critical infrastructure to identify vulnerabilities and recommend corrective actions.
• Perform routine and special site security inspections to ensure compliance with policies and verify security equipment functionality.
• Document security incidents, support investigations, and prepare reports and summaries.
• Support daily operation of security systems including access control, video surveillance, intrusion detection, and visitor management systems.
• Assist with planning, implementation, and tracking of physical security capital projects.
• Maintain security records, develop reports, and support security awareness initiatives and training programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, Homeland Security, Emergency Management, Security Management, Business, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 0 to 3 years of experience in security, emergency management, facilities security, or investigations. Internship or cooperative experience is desirable.
• Basic understanding of physical security principles, risk management, access control, CCTV, and security systems.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and collaborate across departments.

What We Offer

• 401K retirement plan
• Medical and dental benefits for qualifying professionals
• Flex spending account
• Pet insurance
• Credit union membership
• Sick leave where mandated by law
• Worker advantage discount program membership
• Voluntary supplemental insurance

Our Equal Employment Opportunity Policy: Employment Enterprises, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer. We recruit, employ, assign, train, compensate and promote without regard to race, color, sex, age, disability, religion, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, ancestry, U.S. Veteran status, or any other protected category under applicable law.

Employment Enterprises, Inc. is the parent company of Temporary Solutions, Inc. Temporary Solutions is a workforce solutions company based out of 10550 Linden Lake Plaza, Suite 200, Manassas, VA 20109.

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