Senior Physical Security Specialist
Control Risks, Australia

Control Risks has a long history of providing professional services and risk consulting to a diverse client portfolio in the Fortune 500.

Working in conjunction with our client, a multinational professional services firm, we are looking to appoint a Senior Physical Security Specialist to provide best in class support to a new global intelligence and physical security program. Based in Sydney, this key position will be employed by Control Risks but will be working on-site at the clients' offices as part of a global team.

Key duties of the role will involve:

• Manage localized CPS operational and capital budget ensuring all security services and solutions are delivered within budget
• Develop and manage all security, safety and crisis management training to colleagues within that specific location
• Manage the development of and deliver crisis management exercises such as fire evacuation, bomb threat, earthquakes and active shooter, etc.
• Act as liaison between the client's business and the managing agents contracted security personnel to ensure appropriate levels of security and customer service are provided at the colleague and visitor entrance(s) to the office
• Manage guard operations vendor performance
• Oversee the effective delivery and performance of contracted transportation security services
• With the client's Business Continuity team, ensure all business continuity plans and documentation remain current, and are tested frequently in accordance with agreed framework
• Oversee the administration of the CPS enterprise security system(s), ensuring compliance with CPS SOP’s and standards within that location
• Lead or support (as required) any location specific investigation
• Develop and mature location/regional security metrics, in line with global CPS guidelines for that specific location/sub-region
• Provide monthly and quarterly metrics reports to the regional head of CPS to demonstrate the value/output of the CPS function in this location/subregion
• Drive/lead any other risk mitigation initiatives
• Provide support to ensure effective delivery of the regional travel safety and duty of care program

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in security relevant field and/or equivalent experience
• 5+ years of experience in physical security industry
• One or more professional certifications, such as PSP, CCP, CISSP, or other comparable certifications, preferred
• Experience in corporate security environment for a global company
• Keen ability to build rapport and develop cross-functional relationships
• Strong working knowledge of physical security systems and components
• Experience in providing security oversight
• Deep understanding of crisis communications and operations, using risk management methodologies
• Ability to manage tactical (daily) operations and participate in the development of strategic program plans
• Results-oriented, with strong delivery focus
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with global teams
• Experience with access control and other security systems
• Skilled in developing metrics and conducting security trend analysis
• Demonstrated experience in conducting basic investigations
• Experience with the collection and analysis of threat intelligence
• Experience writing and publishing security standards
• Capable of discretion when utilizing company policies to determine appropriate action
• Ability to quickly adapt to the external environment and organization
• Availability to work on emergency situations during off-hours and, if necessary, for an extended period of time
• Strong interpersonal communication skills and business acumen
• Ability to effectively manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize
• Proficiency in client workspace product suite
• Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills

Benefits

• Control Risks offers a competitively positioned compensation and benefits package that is transparent and summarised in the full job offer.
• Control Risks supports hybrid working arrangements, wherever possible, that emphasise the value of in-person time together - in the office and with our clients - while continuing to support flexible and remote working.
• As an equal opportunities employer, we encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join us and are fully committed to equal treatment, free from discrimination, of all candidates throughout our recruitment process.

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