Senior Security Compliance & Audit Lead — Hybrid

Sound Transit; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 81,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Sound Transit is seeking a Senior Security Specialist to audit and analyze contracted security staff activities, ensuring alignment with contracts and safety expectations. The role demands irregular schedules for audits and 24/7 coverage across a hybrid work environment at Seattle facilities.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree in Security or related field and four years of physical security experience, plus a valid driver's license and timely PTA/PTSCTP certification. PSP preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Security, Occupational Health, Business Management, or closely related field.
• Four years of experience in physical security including threat and vulnerability assessments.
• Valid state driver’s license; ability to travel to sites as needed.
• PTSCTP Certification within 2 years; PSP certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee security contract performance and analyze current performance for improvements.
• Coordinate development of Statements of Work for security specialists.
• Lead weekly meetings with contract security management and operations staff.
• Prepare audit reports and distribute corrective actions to ensure compliance with contracts.

Skills

Audit & analysis

Contract management

Interagency collaboration

Communication

Leadership

Risk assessment

Project management

Public safety awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Security or related field

Job description

Sound Transit is seeking a Senior Security Specialist to audit and analyze contracted security staff activities, ensuring alignment with contracts and safety expectations. The role demands irregular schedules for audits and 24/7 coverage across a hybrid work environment at Seattle facilities.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree in Security or related field and four years of physical security experience, plus a valid driver's license and timely PTA/PTSCTP certification. PSP preferred.