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SECURITYFOCUS JOBS - NEW OPPORTUNITY
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JOB DESCRIPTION
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Position: Director, Information Security
Location: Chicago, Illinois, United States
Type: Permanent F/T
Closing Date: 2007-09-07
POSITION SUMMARY:
An experienced, ‘hands-on,’ self-directed physical security subject
matter expert with the ability to balance operational and strategic safety and
facilities protection requirements.
MAJOR RESPONSIBLITIES AND DUTIES
• Oversees the physical safety of employees, contractors and visitors
• Develops, publishes and enforces safety & security policies, processes
and standards
• Investigates (local) or consults on (affiliate) all incidents of
suspicious or criminal activity
• Promotes safety & security awareness via a coordinated and
comprehensive program
• Leads the design and development of safety & security solutions
enterprise-wide
• Manages access control systems, video surveillance systems, material
removal programs, etc.
• Manages relationships with security product and service providers,
office complex / landlord security personnel, police, fire and other
governmental protective agencies
• Coordinates emergency response teams, floor wardens, etc.
• Interfaces with the Facilities / Corporate Services department on all
safety & security issues; reports any and all irregularities / hazards to
appropriate personnel and follows-up on their remediation
• Partners with affiliate, IT Security and Business Continuity peers for
Firm-wide incident response planning; interfaces with appropriate entities and
agencies to ensure adequate testing of emergency response plans takes place and
that plans remain current
• Identifies safety & security goals and objectives consistent with the
IT Security strategic plan
• Organizes the communication and reporting of safety and security
posture and progress against improvement initiatives; this may include
preparation of materials suitable for review by the Firm’s Board of
Directors
• Coordinates efforts with and serves as back-up to the Business
Continuity Director
• Other duties as assigned
Salary:Range is $90 – 110K, 10% bonus, four weeks vacation
JOB REQUIREMENTS
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REQUIREMENTS
Education and Training:
• Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice, Facilities Management or a
related field (or equivalent work experience)
• Physical Security Professional (PSP) or similar industry certification
Experience:
• Minimum of seven years experience in a physical security / crisis
management position with a broad knowledge of access control systems, intrusion
detection devices, CCTV etc.
• Extensive experience in gathering information, collecting evidence and
conducting investigations
• Investment industry experience preferred
Knowledge, Abilities and Skills:
• Subject matter expertise in safety, security and crisis management
principles and practices
• Ability to facilitate cross-functional / inter-departmental meetings
• Ability to maintain an enterprise focus while concentrating on specific
issues
• Ability to motivate others (and thereby drive desired results) although
no formal authority / reporting relationship exists
• Ability to respond to a crisis situation with a clear sense of urgency
while exhibiting calm and confident behaviors
• Ability to perform facilities and corporate protection risk analysis /
gap analysis
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
• Excellent customer service skills
• Excellent presentation skills
• Ability to follow-up, follow through and deliver timely results
CONTACT
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If qualified, please submit a Word Version Resume to John Ahn:
john@altaassociates.com
Alta Associates, Inc
John Ahn
Senior Recruiter
john@altaassociates.com
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