Physical Security Lead

At GFiber, we believe in the power of great internet that lets people do more, helps communities get stronger and makes amazing things possible. We?re not just growing to build better internet experiences, we?re also building a welcoming place where people who want to make a difference can grow their careers.

GFiber is an Alphabet company that brings Google Fiber and Google Fiber Webpass... internet services to homes and businesses across the United States. Our growing, inclusive team is expanding as we connect more cities and people.

The application window will be open until at least October 11th, 2024. This opportunity will remain online based on business needs which may be before or after the specified date.

Role Description

As the Head of Physical Security, you will be responsible for setting the GFiber?s physical security strategy and operationalizing all aspects of the Physical Security program. As the primary owner, you will lead and direct a distributed, multidisciplinary program across multiple sites within the U.S. to ensure flawless delivery of physical security operations, policies, and procedures across general facility security, reception services, physical security systems sourcing, installation, operation, and maintenance, security operations center operations, risk assessment and mitigation, physical security incident management, security vendors, guard services, and emergency response. In your role, you will leverage industry best practices and your understanding of business goals to develop and champion programs, policies, and procedures required to support the safety, security, and resilience of the company and its operations. Additionally, you will partner closely with the Real Estate and Workplace Services (REWS) team to manage a departmental budget balancing cost savings and operational efficiencies (e.g., reducing asset loss) wherever possible.

In this role, you'll:
? Own the design, installation, and maintenance of physical security systems, including access control, surveillance, intrusion detection, PSIM, and emergency response systems for current and future GFiber offices.
? Develop, implement, and ensure proper security policies, procedures, regulations, metrics, and requirements with internal employees and vendors across all GFiber locations.
? Work closely with GFiber IT teams and Network Operation teams for core duties, as well as GFiber REWS on other initiatives and programs as needed.
? Oversee and manage Access Control and Credential Management (ACCM) requests, badge deployment, system changes, and administration.
? Be responsible for physical security vendor contract development, negotiation, and management in support of outsourced functions, in accordance with company governance and guidelines.
? Develop strategies for comprehensive risk assessment programs to identify potential physical security threats and vulnerabilities and develop mitigation plans.
? Establish and maintain effective law enforcement partnerships (local, state, and federal) in support of corporate and field operations.

At a minimum we'd like you to have:
? Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
? 10 years of security experience including but not limited to: facilities, warehouses, stadiums, corporate offices, and/or private.
? 5 years of experience with physical security systems, including access control, video surveillance, risk assessment methodologies and security management software, intrusion detection, and/or emergency response.
? Experience developing ground up physical security and resilience programs in a dynamic, fast paced start-up business environment.
? Experience developing and managing relationships with external vendors and contractors to ensure the delivery of high-quality physical security services.
? Ability to travel up to 30% of the time.

It's preferred if you have:
? CPP (ASIS designation, certified protection professional).
? PSP (ASIS designation, Physical Security Professional).
? Experience managing vendors or an in-house security team.

The US base salary range for this full-time position is between $144,000 - $211,000 + bonus + cash award + benefits. As pay varies by location, your recruiter will share more about the specific salary range for your targeted location during the hiring process.

GFiber is committed to equal opportunity employment regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or Veteran status. Disclosure is voluntary, and this information will be kept confidential in compliance with Google's Candidate Privacy Policy. For more information please refer to our Equal Employment Opportunity Policy and the EEOC's 'Know your rights: workplace discrimination is illegal' (PDF).

It's important to us to create an accessible, inclusive workplace for everyone. If you have a need that requires accommodation, please let us know by completing our accommodations for applicants form. Our candidate accommodations team will then connect with you to confidentially discuss your options

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