Security Specialist: Access Control & Emergency Response

ALCOSAN; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 20,664 - 30,307; Full time

Job summary

ALCOSAN is seeking a Security Guard to provide physical security across facilities in Allegheny County. The role protects assets, employees, visitors and infrastructure while maintaining access control, CCTV monitoring and incident reporting.

The position requires at least one year in security or related fields, high school diploma or GED, valid driver's license, CPR/AED/First Aid, and OC spray certification. Criminal Justice degree is preferred; a US work permit is assumed.

Qualifications

• Must have basic security awareness and the ability to follow procedures.
• Experience with monitoring cameras and access control is required or preferred.
• Strong communication and reporting skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provides physical security presence at assigned post.
• Enforces access control procedures.
• Monitors video surveillance cameras.
• Performs visitor reception duties including identification checks and visitor credentialing verification.
• Performs scheduled patrols and building security checks to identify safety hazards, security concerns and unauthorized activity.
• Completes security inspections and lock up procedures.
• Responds to alarm notifications and investigates disturbances.
• Maintains adherence to visitor management, visitor screening, and facility access procedures.
• Documents daily activities and irregularities. Initiates Incident reports as needed.
• Conducts weekly tests of the emergency evacuation alarm system.
• Provides transportation, as needed.
• Traffic control.
• Serves as a first responder to security incidents, emergencies and safety related situations.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Security awareness

Surveillance monitoring

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Criminal Justice degree (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft 365

Job description

ALCOSAN is seeking a Security Guard to provide physical security across facilities in Allegheny County. The role protects assets, employees, visitors and infrastructure while maintaining access control, CCTV monitoring and incident reporting.

The position requires at least one year in security or related fields, high school diploma or GED, valid driver's license, CPR/AED/First Aid, and OC spray certification. Criminal Justice degree is preferred; a US work permit is assumed.