Risk Assessment Specialist

Risk Assessment Specialist

Location: Remote (Must be based in Virginia)
Travel: Approximately 30% throughout the region
Salary: $100,000 annually

Position Overview

Securitas is seeking an experienced Risk Assessment Specialist to join our Physical Security Operations Team. This position plays a key role in ensuring our clients' facilities—particularly data centers and high-security environments—meet and maintain industry-leading standards for physical security, compliance, and risk mitigation.

The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in conducting security risk assessments, identifying vulnerabilities, and recommending actionable improvements that align with both operational priorities and regulatory standards.

This role is remote, but the candidate must be based in Virginia, with 30% travel throughout the Dulles area to client and site locations.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive physical security risk assessments across multiple facilities, identifying vulnerabilities and ensuring compliance with internal standards and external regulations.
• Analyze physical security controls and develop recommendations to address identified risks and gaps.
• Evaluate facilities against standards such as SSAE 18, ISO, and PCI, and prepare detailed compliance documentation.
• Deliver concise, executive-level written reports and oral briefings that communicate risk findings and mitigation strategies.
• Partner with internal security, operations, and compliance teams to ensure alignment of physical security programs with broader organizational risk priorities.
• Support metrics, KPIs, and trend analysis to improve visibility into physical security risks and enhance decision-making.
• Assist in developing and refining operational procedures and best practices to strengthen security posture.
• Maintain awareness of evolving security threats and industry standards to proactively adapt assessment methodologies.
• Collaborate with client stakeholders and external partners to ensure mutual understanding of expectations and requirements.

Qualifications & Experience

• 5+ years of experience in physical security risk assessments, security operations, or related disciplines.
• Proven ability to evaluate and interpret compliance requirements related to physical and facility security.
• Strong working knowledge of industry frameworks such as SSAE 18, ISO 27001, and PCI DSS.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present complex findings to non-technical audiences.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities.
• Customer-focused mindset with strong relationship management and collaboration skills.
• Military and/or law enforcement background strongly preferred.
• Industry certifications such as CPP, PSP, CFE, or CRISC are highly desirable but not required.
• Bachelor's degree in Security Management, Risk Management, Criminal Justice, or a related field preferred.

What We Offer

• Base Salary: $100,000 annually
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Paid Time Off and Paid Family Leave
• Employee discounts on travel, electronics, and more
• Career growth and development opportunities within a global security leader

Why Join Us

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.
• Opportunities for growth within a global organization.
• Collaborative, inclusive culture that values initiative and innovation.
• Meaningful work that contributes directly to the safety and success of our clients.

"Securitas is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging in the workplace.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other applicable legally protected characteristic."

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