Physical Security Consultant

Job SummaryWe are seeking an experienced Physical Security Consultant with strong expertise in physical security technologies, construction project management, enterprise access control systems, and video surveillance platforms. The ideal candidate will manage end-to-end delivery of physical security projects, including planning, design coordination, installation oversight, commissioning, and operational handover.The Hiring Manager is specifically seeking candidates with experience in:Construction Project ManagementC-CUREVideo Surveillance SystemsRequired Experience10+ years of progressive experience in:Physical SecuritySecurity TechnologyInfrastructure Project ManagementExperience managing multi-site or regional security technology deploymentsStrong background in enterprise physical security systems and integrationsExperience leading medium to large-scale security projectsMust Have Technical SkillsPhysical Security TechnologiesStrong hands-on experience with:Access Control SystemsVideo Management Systems (VMS)Intrusion Detection SystemsEnterprise security platforms including:C-CUREAvigilonIntegrated security systemsSecurity operations workflowsSecurity systems integration conceptsProject ManagementStrong experience with:Construction project managementEnd-to-end project deliveryProject scheduling and milestone managementInstallation coordinationCommissioning and operational handoverRisk managementBudget tracking and forecastingVendor coordination and managementMulti-stakeholder project executionDocumentation / Technical CoordinationExperience with:Programming sheetsTechnical specificationsCommissioning documentationAcceptance criteria documentationKPI trackingSecurity design standardsProject status reportingGovernance / StandardsStrong understanding of:Security design standardsEnterprise physical security governanceScalability and sustainability planningNetwork and system capacity planningOperational resiliency considerationsProject Methodologies / ToolsExperience with:Structured project management methodologiesAgile methodologiesScheduling and reporting toolsMicrosoft Office SuiteProject documentation toolsKey ResponsibilitiesProject Delivery & ExecutionReview and intake physical security project assessmentsManage full project lifecycle from mobilization through operational handoverCoordinate security design, installation, commissioning, and deployment activitiesDevelop and maintain detailed project schedules, milestones, and deliverablesPrepare programming sheets and technical implementation inputsClose out projects using commissioning standards and KPI validationProvide regular project status reporting to leadership and stakeholdersStakeholder & Cross-Functional CollaborationPartner with business stakeholders, vendors, and technical teamsCommunicate risks, timelines, dependencies, and mitigation plansEscalate project issues and schedule impacts proactivelyTranslate technical security requirements into executable project plansVendor & Financial ManagementTrack materials allocation and installation sequencingCoordinate vendor deliverables and implementation activitiesSupport budget planning, forecasting, and variance trackingGovernance & Continuous ImprovementEnsure projects align with enterprise security standards and best practicesEvaluate scalability and long-term operational sustainabilityMaintain project documentation, standards, and process improvementsPreferred QualificationsPSP certification preferredExperience in enterprise/global physical security environmentsFamiliarity with infrastructure modernization initiativesExperience supporting security operations and compliance programs