Security Specialist

*** Unable to provide sponsorship at this time. Only considering persons eligible to work in the United States. Position Title: Security Specialist Supervisor’s Title: Safety and Security Advisor Exemption Status: Exempt Positions Supervised: None Location: Charlotte, N.C. with travel to other U.S. and international locations as needed BACKGROUND : Global Support and Development (GSD ) is a humanitarian organization whose mission is to work with regional, national, and local communities across the Caribbean, Central America and South Pacific for resilience to crisis through rapid response, disaster preparedness, and climate adaptation. GSD began as an impromptu response to Cyclone Pam in Vanuatu in 2015. Since our founding, we have worked with a number of regional, national and local communities and supported various international and United States domestic disaster response and preparedness efforts. Our first response defined the core of GSD’s DNA as an organization – to work with communities – led by their needs, filling the gaps they have identified, while leveraging unique approaches and capabilities with an innovation mindset. By integrating our team’s diverse skill sets and resources into local responses, we provide rapid response assistance to affected communities in coordination with regional, national, and local community partners. We work to support and strengthen local capacity through disaster preparedness initiatives, including innovation and climate adaptation, to reduce the impact disasters and the climate crisis have on communities. PURPOSE OF POSITION: GSD’s Security Specialist directly supports the Director Safety and Security in the development and implementation of security plans and procedures. The Security Specialist also provides data analysis, oversees security monitoring systems, and supports planning and preparedness for various security scenarios. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Collect and analyze security-related data to identify trends and areas of concern; Assist in the development and maintenance of Country Security Profiles (CSP), Context Risk Ratings (CRR), Maritime Threat Assessments (MTA), and Security Briefings (SB); Assist the development of security plans, policies, and procedures based on risk assessments and threat analysis; Develop and provide security awareness training for employees ensuring staff members are aware of security protocols; Implement and maintain security monitoring systems, to include conducting regular audits to ensure compliance and identification of potential security breaches; Assist in the creation of contingency plans for various security scenarios, such as natural disasters, terrorist threats, or loss of life. Assist cross-departmental coordination to ensure seamless integration of security measures across the organization. Prompt and action GSD’s core values of accountability, humility, and integrity in all work we conduct; Promote good stewardship of financial and other resources to achieve maximum benefit to those impacted by disaster or at risk of impact; and Perform other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS: Required Experience: Five (5) or more years of relevant experience in security operations, analysis and planning, preferably in the humanitarian sector; Three (3) or more years experience operating in security analysis and planning, preferably in an international context; and Proven experience operating as part of a team. Required Education: Bachelor’s degree in Security or relevant field; or Equivalent experience and training. Professional Licenses/Certifications: Certified Security Project Manager (CSPM) is desired; Certified Physical Security Professional (PSP) is desired; and Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC) is desired. Knowledge/Skills: Ability to coordinate multiple projects simultaneously under pressure; Confident and effective written and verbal communication, to include presentation ability; Cultural awareness and the ability to work collaboratively with a wide array of stakeholders to build relationships; Understanding of risk identification, evaluation, and mitigation strategies; Knowledge of physical security measures for tangible assets, surveillance systems, intrusion detection, and access controls; Familiarity with relevant local and international security laws and regulations; Skills in emergency response planning and execution; Skills in training, team management, and fostering a security-conscious organizational culture; Understanding of tools and strategies for identifying and analyzing potential threats; Skills in analyzing and interpreting security incident data to identify patterns and trends; Understanding human behavior in the context of security for threat anticipation and mitigation; Strong organizational skills and the ability to rapidly shift tasks; Experience working and/or traveling domestically and internationally; and Working knowledge of Spanish and/or French desired. WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: At this time, GSD is not offering sponsorship and is only accepting applications from persons eligible to work in the United States; and Routine domestic and international travel up to 40% is required. BENEFITS: You'll get.. Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance: Premiums 100% covered by GSD for employee, employee +spouse, employee +family Basic Life, AD&D, and Long Term Disability Insurance: Fully covered by GSD Health Reimbursement Account (HRA): Up to $4,000 in total annually for employee +2 or more family members Voluntary Life Insurance: Options available at reasonable group rates Generous Paid Time Off (PTO): All employees are eligible for a minimum of 6 weeks of PTO per year after 90 days of service 14 Paid Holidays Parental Leave: Up to 12 weeks paid by GSD Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Professional Career Development Opportunities 401(k): GSD will match up to 6% of base salary for all employees ages 21+. Employees are eligible to begin contributing after 1 pay cycle, and the company match will go into effect immediately after employee begins contributing + Additional Perks! This job description is a summary rather than a detailed list of the duties performed. The essential functions, knowledge, skills, and working conditions may change along with business needs. This job description does not constitute a contract between employer and employee as employment is at will. Global Support and Development provides reasonable accommodations to assist qualified individuals in order to perform the essential functions their job requires. GSD is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and embraces all candidates regardless of race, color, sex (including pregnancy), nation of origin, ethnicity, religion, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military/veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law. GSD promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion in all candidate selections. GSD promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion in all candidate selections.