Security Specialist

Security Specialist for Security Operations Center (SOC)

We are looking for an experienced Security Specialist for our Security Operations Center (SOC) to help us elevate our corporate security function.

The Washington Post is powered by the passion and talent of our people. It takes all of us to reinvent news. Beyond our award-winning News and Opinions teams, we work across many departments, including Brand & Events, Communications, Customer Care, Engineering & Product, Finance, Human Resources, Legal, Marketing & Advertising, Print Operations, and Sales.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; Bachelor's Degree preferred; further education in security administration or similar field will be an asset.
• Hands-on experience with surveillance techniques and technology (e.g. CCTV), as well emergency planning and response, is required.
• Corporate security experience required.
• Military, law enforcement, or intelligence experience preferred.
• Excellent customer service, interpersonal, communication and collaboration skills.
• Must be able to obtain and retain First Aid, CPR and AED certification.
• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Experience with badge / ID processing preferred.
• Experience with Close Protection Security (CP) preferred.
• Ability to enforce security protocols in a polite yet assertive way.
• Independent thinking and forward-looking attitude.
• Knowledge of best practices in security and safety, as well as federal and state regulations.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive medical, dental and vision coverage
• Company-paid pension and 401(k) match
• Three weeks of vacation and up to three weeks of paid sick leave
• Nine paid holidays and two personal days
• 20 weeks paid parental leave for any new parent
• Robust mental health resources
• Backup care and caregiver concierge services
• Gender affirming services
• Pet insurance
• Free Post digital subscription
• Leadership and career development programs

Benefits may vary based on the job, full-time or part-time schedule, location, and collectively bargained status.

The salary range for this position is:

$64,300 - $96,500 Annual

The actual salary within this range will depend on individual skills, experience, and qualifications as they relate to specific job requirements. This position may be eligible for a bonus or incentive program, and a member of the Talent Acquisition team will discuss bonus payment terms and conditions during the interview process.