Senior Associate (Physical Security)

Senior Associate (Physical Security)

ARMADA Ltd. is seeking resumes from experienced professionals to support various Risk Assessment (RA) projects. This announcement is in anticipation of ARMADA's increased market share working with Private Sector clients. Compensation and level of effort will be defined on a statement of work basis.

As part of a larger team, Senior Associates will assist ARMADA with completing Risk Assessments at various locations around the country (healthcare, higher education, utility, warehouse / manufacturing, special event / stadiums, etc.). In addition to completing RAs, Associates will assist the ARMADA Team with developing Security Master Plans and potentially support of future work.

Potential Senior Associates should have experience in the vast majority of the tasks below. This list of duties and responsibilities is subject to change and other duties may be assigned.

• Assessment of Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED), perimeter and buffer zone protection
• Assessment of access control systems, video surveillance, intrusion detection, mass notification, incident database, and other applicable security technologies
• Assessment of Security Operation Center functions
• Assessment of safety and security policies and procedures
• Assessment of security / law enforcement staffing plans
• Assessment of vehicle, pedestrian, visitor, contractor, and employee traffic protocols
• Assessment of security officer and security technology contracts
• Assessment of delivery and mail procedures
• Assist with the development of 3-5-year Security Master Plans
• Review of emergency management and response procedures and protocols
• Assist with enhancement, implementation and training of emergency response plans
• Provide training to employees, contractors, managers, senior leadership and security staff members on a variety of security and emergency response related topics
• Interact with client security personnel and vendors who safeguard the organization's assets, the physical safety of employees, visitors and contractors
• Assist with the development and implementation of global security policy, standards, guidelines and procedures to ensure ongoing maintenance of security
• Assist with physical protection protocols such as asset protection, workplace violence prevention, behavioral intervention teams and general personal safety
• Assist with VIP protection protocols
• Assist with developing internal control protocols, as well as investigation procedures (theft, fraud, violence, etc.)
• Assist Client with building and maintaining relationships with local, state and federal law enforcement and other related government agencies
• Work with outside consultants as appropriate for independent security audits
• Complete other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs):

• Strong understanding and knowledge of common computer operations and programs
• Extremely proficient, knowledgeable and experienced with security technologies and integration (CCTV, Access Control, Alarm Systems, Photo ID Systems, Mass Notification, Incident Database Management, Code Blue, CBRNE, Buffer Zone Wedge Barriers, etc.)
• Incident Management System Knowledge / Certifications (HSEEP, ICS 100, 200, 400, 700, etc.)
• Must have a valid Driver's License
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
• Able to interact with an organization's senior leadership
• Comfortable in front of large groups and proficient in presenting security material in a training environment
• Experience and knowledge of corporate security, healthcare settings, university safety and law enforcement policies and procedures, crime prevention, investigations and life safety programs
• Intelligent, articulate, and persuasive leader who can serve as an effective member of a team and who is able to communicate security-related concepts to a broad range of technical and non-technical staff
• Strong working knowledge of pertinent law and the law enforcement community
• Intermediate level of understanding of information technology and information security

Minimum Experience / Education:

• Bachelor's Degree. Criminal Justice, Criminology or a related field preferred
• Minimum of at least four years of experience in completing Risk Assessments

ARMADA provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. ARMADA complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Must be able to successfully pass a background check, and pre-employment drug testing. Job offers are contingent upon results of background check and drug testing.