Principal Security Specialist

Job Overview:

The Principal Security Specialist interprets internal or external business issues and recommends best practices. They will be tasked with solving complex security-related problems and will work independently with minimal guidance. The Principal Security Specialist may be responsible for leading functional teams or projects and is regarded as a specialist in the field of security. As such, they must have in-depth expertise in security and broad knowledge of the security discipline within the Health Safety Environment function.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities:

• Support Management with site security needs  
• Manage Security Guard Supervisors and Security Specialists/Supervisors in the application and execution of effective security plans  
• Support on bid inputs for new projects  
• Conduct country risk & threat assessments to support new market entries  
• Maintain close relationships with designated project line management  
• Recognize deficiencies and implement improvements to existing processes
• Implementation of specific and measurable goals Review weekly guard schedule and ensure all posts are covered as required
• Liaise between employees, visitors, contractors, and vendors  
• Draft Security Standard Operating Procedures, policies, and project/location-specific guidelines, ensuring McDermott facilities, personnel, and assets are protected  
• Conduct investigations and produce high-quality written reports  
• Maintain security equipment and document findings when damaged or in need of maintenance  
• Submit requests for maintenance, tools, and equipment
• Ensure security training is completed  
• Defuse disturbances in accordance with company policies and procedures
• Conduct risk/threat assessments and present findings to project management  
• Ensure scheduled and random checks of designated areas throughout the facility are conducted and documented  
• Maintain supplies and equipment for the access control system  
• Manage integration and installation of alarm systems, access control systems, CCTV systems, and related security equipment  
• Liaise with Operational and Project Management Teams to determine operational security needs  
• Recommend best practices related to security  
• Maintain the Visitor Management System  
• Work within pre-defined budgets to deliver security systems to McDermott sites/facilities    
• Develop, prepare, and issue weekly security activity plans  
• Identify, recommend, and implement systems to minimize the loss of company assets  
• Ensure security strategies are communicated effectively and understood by the Project Management Team
• Ensure the viability of all physical security systems, legacy and new, with the goal of minimal business disruption  
• Produce tailored security solutions for projects and facilities aligned with corporate security guidelines  
• Establish and maintain professional relationships with law enforcement, host nation government agencies, foreign embassies, and applicable non-government agencies
• Advise management on regional security issues, trends, threats & risks, and protective measures  
• Monitor, evaluate, and report the effectiveness of the security management system and lead improvements to integrate security into the business  
• Write and speak with clarity and precision, presenting complex information in an understandable format

Essential Qualifications and Education:

• 8 years of experience in Security, Law Enforcement, or Military or one year as a Senior Security Specialist
• 3 years of supervisory experience preferred  
• Possess all state/federal/national security guard license(s) applicable to the area of operation
• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent  
• Degree or equivalent industry-recognized qualification
• Recognized Business Continuity qualification is desirable  
• Must hold a valid driver’s license
• Must possess all state/federal/national security guard license(s) applicable to the area of operation  
• Proficient in the Microsoft Office platform  
• Effective written and oral communication skills; able to communicate clearly with all levels of management on business matters
• Ability to work extended or extra shifts when required
• Extensive functional, business, industry, and leadership expertise  
• For USA-based operations, must be able to obtain a TWIC (Transportation Worker Identification Credential)    
• Demonstrated ability to read and write comprehensive reports for investigation and documentation  
• ASIS International APP (Associate Protection Professional) certification preferred  
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of security and safety
• Functional, business, industry, and leadership experience
• Extensive experience and knowledge of various access control platforms (Lenel), video management systems, and incident management applications/software  
• Demonstrated effectiveness in managing complex people, processes, and technical projects  
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills to drive process improvement
• Experience gathering and analyzing data to create useful metrics that support positive change  
• Can lead a cross-functional team
• Possess general knowledge and understanding of local and country-specific employment laws

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