Regional Security Specialist

About the Role The Regional Security Specialist leads, manages, and implements Guidehouse security policies across offices within their area of responsibility (AOR) to maintain security standards and regulatory compliance. This role requires daily on-site presence with frequent travel to Guidehouse offices, and may involve after-hours duties and crisis response responsibilities. What You'll Do

• Lead, manage, and implement Guidehouse security policies at offices within the AOR to ensure effective maintenance of security standards and compliance with regulatory guidelines.
• Travel frequently, and on short notice, to Guidehouse offices in the AOR to provide security support.
• Provide leadership and guidance to Guidehouse staff supporting physical security and crisis management programs at offices within the AOR.
• Receive operational physical security requests, evaluate actions based on Guidehouse policies, and direct remediation.
• Oversee and perform access control tasks including badge profile creation, programming, printing, revocation, troubleshooting and visitor management.
• Review video footage and document findings to support internal investigations.
• Work collaboratively with Guidehouse office leadership to resolve issues and improve overall security effectiveness.
• Respond to alarm activity in accordance with internal policy, procedures and vendor agreements.
• Complete internal audits of physical security systems on a regular basis.
• Support the Physical Security team with external inspection preparation.
• Maintain and provide weekly access control and alarm monitoring metrics to the Physical Security Manager.
• Conduct regular patrols of general access areas and controlled environments to identify risks and non-compliance.
• Ensure applicable controls are in place to meet or exceed regulatory and client requirements.
• Work with the Physical Security team to assess requirements for new office projects and ensure project deadlines are met.
• Execute and communicate security incident notification when authorized by management.
• Support the Insider Threat Program in accordance with internal policy and procedures.
• Support the Crisis Response Manager in accordance with internal policy and procedures.
• Ad hoc presence on-site may be required to respond to a crisis event during non-business hours within the AOR.
• Submit vendor service tickets and meet with technicians for repairs, maintenance and inspections.
• Assist with the maintenance of the business continuity plan.
• Interact with staff within the organization and across lines of business to maintain and update business impact analysis reports and recovery plans.
• Conduct industry and regulatory research related to business continuity management relevant to industry standards. What We're Looking For
• 4-6 years of experience in a security role with an emphasis in physical security, crisis response and business continuity planning.
• Bachelor’s degree.
• Experience with risk analysis, business impact analysis, business continuity planning, and crisis management.
• Solid analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experienced security professional with working experience in companies of 10k+ employees.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a stressful environment.
• Knowledge of commercial security products.
• Knowledge of access control systems, video monitoring systems, intrusion detection systems, and business continuity planning and response.
• Excellent communications skills (oral and written).
• Knowledge of state and local government resources and protocols.
• Knowledge of the U.S. Department of State Overseas Security Advisory Council (OSAC). Nice to Have
• 7+ years of experience in a security role with an emphasis in physical security, crisis response and business continuity planning.
• Bachelor’s degree in a security or law enforcement field.
• Experience with the application of physical security equipment, trends, and use.
• Direct experience administering access control systems, video monitoring systems and intrusion detection systems.
• Direct experience with corporate business continuity planning, response and operations.
• Working knowledge of ISO 14001 and 22301.
• In depth knowledge of various commercial security products including supply chain management.
• Ability to articulate business continuity concepts and methodology to leadership and clients.
• Direct experience coordinating with the state and local government and following protocols.
• Direct experience working with OSAC member companies/organizations to exchange best practices. Compensation & Benefits Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.