Security Training Specialist

Risk International; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental

Vision

401(k)

Paid Holidays

Up to 7 weeks PTO

Personal Gym Reimbursement

Job summary

AT-RISK International is seeking a Security Training Specialist to lead the development, coordination, and delivery of security training across four time zones. You will combine firearms, defensive tactics, and de-escalation instruction with program oversight and administrative management.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in security roles, instructor certifications, and strong MS Office/ LMS experience. Travel up to 40% is required; on-site and remote training may be involved.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in security operations, law enforcement, military, or related fields.
• Certified firearms, defensive tactics, and/or de-escalation instructor (e.g., POST, NRA Law Enforcement, PPCT).
• Proven experience managing multi-site training programs and coordinating schedules across time zones.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with experience preparing lesson plans, reports, SOPs, and training documentation.
• Strong organizational skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office and training management systems.
• Ability to travel domestically up to 40% and work flexible hours as needed.
• Valid driver's license and ability to pass background and drug screenings.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, revise, and implement curricula, lesson plans, instructor guides, and other materials aligned with regulatory requirements and operational needs.
• Schedule and coordinate training sessions across multiple sites and time zones, managing attendance and ensuring timely completion.
• Maintain annual training calendars and coordinate instructor availability, facilities, range scheduling, equipment, and logistics.
• Deliver in-person and remote training, including firearms proficiency, defensive tactics, verbal de-escalation, and report writing.
• Support certification and recertification processes to maintain compliance with contractual, state, and federal standards.
• Conduct practical exercises, scenario-based training, tabletop exercises, and performance evaluations to reinforce learning objectives.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of training programs through ad-hoc site audits.
• Conduct regular compliance audits and ensure all training and administrative processes meet contractual and regulatory requirements.
• Serve as a liaison between program management and site security teams to maintain alignment and readiness.
• Identify operational training gaps and recommend corrective actions to improve overall program performance.
• Provide on-site support during new site mobilizations, contract transitions, and regional training events.
• Travel up to 40% to ensure continuity and operational support across client sites.

Skills

Tactical firearms

Active shooter

Defensive tactics

De-escalation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Homeland Security or Criminal Justice or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Teams

SharePoint

Learning Management Systems

Training record management systems

Job description

Position Summary AT-RISK International is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Security Training Specialist to assist in leading the development, coordination, and delivery of security training programs. This position plays a pivotal role in enhancing the professionalism, safety, and readiness of over 110 security personnel operating across four time zones. The ideal candidate will combine hands‑on expertise in tactical firearms, active shooter, defensive tactics, and de‑escalation instruction with comprehensive program oversight and administrative management, ensuring consistent compliance and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

Training Development, Scheduling, and Delivery

• Assist in the design, development, revision, and implementation of training curricula, lesson plans, instructor guides, and other materials aligned with regulatory requirements and operational needs.
• Schedule and coordinate training sessions across multiple sites and time zones, managing attendance and ensuring timely completion.
• Maintain annual training calendars and coordinate instructor availability, facilities, range scheduling, equipment, and logistics.
• Deliver in-person and remote training, including firearms proficiency, defensive tactics, verbal de-escalation, and report writing.
• Support certification and recertification processes to maintain compliance with contractual, state, and federal standards.
• Conduct practical exercises, scenario-based training, tabletop exercises, and performance evaluations to reinforce learning objectives.

Standardization and Records Management

• Assist in maintaining standardization and centralization of training documentation, licenses, certifications, schedules, and reports.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records for 110+ security and weapons licenses, 26 state licenses, internal and external certifications, weekly schedules, and monthly reports.
• Develop and enforce document templates, style guides, and version control protocols to ensure consistency and accessibility.
• Ensure training records remain audit-ready and compliant with client requirements, regulatory agencies, and internal quality assurance standards.
• Book travel and adhere to budget conscious spending.
• Track training expenditures and resource utilization to ensure all activities are completed within approved budget allocations while maintaining program quality and compliance.

Operational Oversight and Program Management

• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of training programs through ad-hoc site audits.
• Conduct regular compliance audits and ensure all training and administrative processes meet contractual and regulatory requirements.
• Serve as a liaison between program management and site security teams to maintain alignment and readiness.
• Identify operational training gaps and recommend corrective actions to improve overall program performance.

Support for Mobilizations and Special Projects

• Provide on-site support during new site mobilizations, contract transitions, and regional training events.
• Travel up to 40% to ensure continuity and operational support across client sites.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in security operations, law enforcement, military, or related fields.
• Certified firearms, defensive tactics, and/or de-escalation instructor (e.g., POST, NRA Law Enforcement, PPCT).
• Proven experience managing multi-site training programs and coordinating schedules across time zones.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with experience preparing lesson plans, reports, SOPs, and training documentation.
• Strong organizational skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office and training management systems.
• Ability to travel domestically up to 40% and work flexible hours as needed.
• Valid driver's license and ability to pass background and drug screenings.

Strong working knowledge of:

• Microsoft Office Suite
• Microsoft Teams
• SharePoint
• Learning Management Systems (LMS)
• Training record management systems

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting enterprise-level corporate security programs.
• Bachelor's degree in Homeland Security, Criminal Justice, or related field.
• Familiarity with private security contracts, government, and military standards.
• Experience with learning management systems (LMS) and online training platforms.
• Familiarity with state licensing requirements for armed security personnel across multiple jurisdictions.

Benefits

• Health benefits
• Dental
• Vision
• 401(k)
• Paid Holidays
• Up to 7 weeks PTO
• Personal Gym Reimbursement

For more information about our company, culture, and mission, please visit our website: http://at-riskinternational.com/

AT-RISK International is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, protected veteran status.

General Requirements

Job may require standing, sitting, and moving for extended periods of time. Exposure to extreme environmental conditions occurs occasionally. Ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation