Security administrator job description

Allied Universal , North America's leading security and facility services company, provides rewarding careers that give you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, diverse and inclusive workplace, you will be part of a team that fuels a culture that will reflect in our communities and customers we serve. We offer medical, dental and vision coverage, life insurance, 401K, employee assistance programs, company discounts, perks and more for all full-time positions!

As an Administrative Specialist, you will perform a variety of administrative functions that may include: processing card access badges and Photo IDs, Incident Report processing, record keeping, filing, reception, compilation of data for reports, monitoring personnel compliance, data entry, processing payroll, processing Lost and Found, processing parking permits, handling cash funds, processing paperwork, and other miscellaneous and/or ancillary tasks as assigned by the Security Manager.
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Pay: $27.00 / hour

M-F 8am-4pm

Great Benefits

401k

Paid Holidays

COVID-19 vaccination is required for this position - the Company will provide accommodations as required by law for disability and religious-based reasons.

QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or experience required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

* Be at least 18 years of age
* Possess a high school diploma or equivalent, or 5 years verifiable experience
* Possess effective written and oral communication and interpersonal skills with ability to deal with all levels of personnel and the general public in a professional and effective manner
* As a condition of employment, employee must successfully complete a background investigation and a drug screen in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws
* Display exceptional customer service and communication skills
* Driving Positions: must possess a valid Driver's License with at least one year of driving experience, a clean driving record (no major violations within last 36 months, no more than 1 accident in last 24 months, no more than one minor moving violation in last 24 months), a minimum level of insurance as required by Company policy, and the ability to safely operate a vehicle required.

Allied Universal is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law. For more information: www.aus.com

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The Security Administrator is a role within the IT Security Department which handles many aspects of information security systems management and operations. This role's responsibilities include day-to-day management of the information security systems and configuration management where applicable, including support, installation, and maintenance of infrastructure components. Additionally, this role will assist with the process to design, build, and deploy security software solutions. The role will also, from time to time, be called upon to assist with security policies, standards, strategies, risk assessments, investigations, audits, and other areas related to security.
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
Configure, maintain, operate, troubleshoot, and resolve issues with the following technologies:Network firewalls Network- and host-based intrusion detection/prevention systems Anti-malware protection including desktop, server, e-mail, and web content filtering Web application firewalls Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) system Network access control system Remote access systems including VPNVulnerability management system Data loss prevention system Identity and access management system Security information and event management (SIEM) and log management systems Credential management system Risk management system Cloud infrastructure providers Report on and assist in determining the effectiveness of currently deployed security technologies Assist in the evaluation of new security technologies Assist in reviewing solution designs and evaluate compliance to applicable security standards Assist in performing security audits and providing recommendations to mitigate risks Assist in monitoring for compliance to security standards and policy Support disaster recovery and business continuity work practices Provide security awareness topics and training to end users as needed

Qualifications (Education, Experience, Certifications & KSA):
1 year of experience administering complex IT systems Entry-level to intermediate firewall knowledge Entry-level to intermediate IDS/IPS knowledge Entry-level to intermediate virus protection and content filtering knowledge Knowledge of common protocols such as SNMP, HTTP, HTTPS, SMTP, NTP, LDAP, Kerberos, RADIUS and FTPKnowledge of virtualization technologies such as VMwareBasic understanding of information security best practices Understanding of security incident investigation process Adaptable, flexible, patient, and professional even under tense situations Ability to work in a fast paced often high-pressure environments Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills Excellent written, oral, interpersonal, and listening skills essential Ability to work independently Ability to work within deadlines Acute attention to detail and analytical thinking skills Ability to act and expand knowledge base Ability to learn new things quickly and prioritize work

Certifications may include the following:
SSCP (Systems Security Certified Practitioner) CompTIA Security+CCNA Security (Cisco Certified Network Associate, Security concentration) CWSP (Certified Wireless Security Professional) Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC, any) Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP)
Key competencies include the following:
Disciplined in systems administration and operations Good judgment & decision making Strong situational analysis.Specific technical knowledge (listed above) Good communication skills (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with a job.

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We offer our employees a robust compensation package! Our comprehensive benefits include: medical, dental and vision insurance coverage; 100% company-paid life and disability coverage, 401k options with company match, three weeks PTO by the end of the first year and much more. Allied proudly promotes from within as part of a strong commitment to providing career growth opportunities for employees of all levels. Our diverse business portfolio allows employees broad career options with the advantage of staying with the same organization.All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Key Role:

Serve as part of the corporate security division's security shared service center and administer US government security policies and procedures related to the Suitability, Fitness, or Public Trust personnel security program. Process packages for Public Trust determination submittals along with other personnel security-related onboarding and offboarding activities. Act as an intermediary with federal government clients and security offices across a variety of contracts and agencies. Review documentation for accuracy and completeness, and address personnel security matters with employees. Act as a team player, exhibit flexibility, manage client expectations in a fast-paced environment, and multitask and adapt to various agency security processes and requirements. Work within a team environment, meet deadlines, handle assigned tasks individually, and perform additional security duties, as assigned. Support making decisions, including analyzing problems and assisting with developing focused solutions.

Basic Qualifications:

* 6+ months of experience with personnel security or administration of onboarding processes which include Suitability, Fitness, or Public Trust requirements

* Ability to multitask and work within varied agency security processes

* Ability to obtain a security clearance

* HS diploma or GED

Additional Qualifications:

* 1+ years of experience with personnel security and administration of onboarding processes which include Suitability, Fitness, or Public Trust requirements

* Experience with DISS, SWFT, and e-QIP

* Knowledge of HSPD-12, agency directives related to Suitability, Fitness, and Position of Trust, NISPOM, DoD directives, EOs, and ICDs

* Knowledge of Suitability, Fitness, and Public Trust processes and requirements

* Possession of excellent verbal and written communication skills

* Possession of excellent customer service and organization skills

* Secret clearance

* Bachelors degree

Clearance:

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

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