LaSalle Network has partnered with a leading technology solutions company in their search for a Security Operations Specialist. This position is comprised of shift work, off hours to include weekends and holidays, and is responsible for general security operations at the local data center to include physical security applications and systems and devices. The Security Operations Specialist conducts day-to-day activities involving access control administration, conducts inspections and inventories/ audits security devices and assets, manages assigned tickets, reports security device faults, reports security incidents and the escalation of critical events.

Security Operations Specialist Responsibilities:

• Front desk data center security operations, to include access control and CCTV monitoring and administrative support of processing requests for access
• Badge administration to include issuing of Temporary access badges
• Perform security rounds (physical check) of the data center facility
• Critical alarm monitoring, emergency responses and critical event escalations
• Ensure Security Operations Center (SOC) business function is maintained to standard, policy and procedure and provide an excellent Customer experience
• Conduct daily inspection of Physical Security assets, devices and systems
• Serve as the data center primary point of contact for all reported Physical Security incidents, critical events and asset impairments within the data center
• Ensure all Physical Security systems are functioning properly and attempt to resolve any failures or issues through proper reporting and coordination with security maintenance vendors when required
• Investigate and escalate reported access issues
• Ensure all required security logs, inventories and inspections are maintained for audit compliance (NIST, PCI, SOC12, ISO) of related Physical Security controls
• First responder to emergency situations; contacts 911 when appropriate
• Reports suspicious activities to local authorities
• Administrative support for the department
• Participates in required training
• Adheres to policies and procedures
• Various other duties and responsibilities as needed and assigned

Security Operations Specialist Requirements:

• Basic computer skills and experience (Microsoft Word, Email management, data entry)
• General knowledge of access control and CCTV systems
• Strong written and oral communications skills. Strong interpersonal and customer relations skills with the ability to effectively interact with peers, customers and vendors
• High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred
• Security guard training certification preferred
• 1+ years' prior experience working in security preferred
• Calm under pressure to respond to emergency situations

If you are interested in this role and meet the qualifications, please apply today!

Thank you,

Andrew Gaeth
Unit Manager
LaSalle Network

LaSalle Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer m/f/d/v.

LaSalle Network is the leading provider of direct hire and temporary staffing services. For over two decades, LaSalle has helped organizations hire faster and connect top talent with opportunities, from entry-level positions to the C-suite. With units specializing in Accounting and Finance, Administrative, Marketing, Technology, Supply chain, Healthcare Revenue Cycle, Call Center, Human Resources and Executive Search. LaSalle offers staffing and recruiting solutions to companies of all sizes and across all industries. LaSalle Network is the premier staffing and recruiting firm, earning over 100 culture, revenue and industry-based awards from major publications and having its company experts regularly contribute insights on retention strategies, hiring trends and hiring challenges, and more to national news outlets.