Security Coordination Center Specialist

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Job Summary:

The Security Coordination Center (SCC) operates as a 24 x 7 x 365 global security operations center. Under minimal supervision, performs duties in support of Corporate Security programs to provide for the safety and security of Bechtel employees. Monitors global open-source and contracted intelligence platforms to maintain real-time awareness of geopolitical, security, and operational risks, and reports relevant developments to Corporate Security leadership. Tracks and monitors business travel activity to support employee safety and situational awareness. Produces daily and ad hoc intelligence and research reports for senior management. Serves as the central intake point for Corporate Security inquiries, triaging requests and directing stakeholders to the appropriate resources for timely resolution.#LI-MJ1

Major Responsibilities:

• Responsible for coordinating emergency incident response between Bechtel corporate offices, regional security managers, project security managers, security points of contact, and law enforcement. Acts as worldwide emergency first point of contact and redirects information to appropriate individual/department for action in a timely manner.
• Produces intelligence briefings that are used to inform security planning. Manage Bechtel’s Country Risk Rating system. Specialists use third party intelligence sources to compose reports and analyze the threat level for Bechtel operations in every country.
• Monitor and report domestic and global security threats to Bechtel projects, personnel, and assets. SCC Specialists take advanced notice of global events that may impact Bechtel operations and provide written and oral analysis to regional and corporate security managers, as well as Bechtel business travelers when appropriate.
• Operates Bechtel’s travel security program. Along with regional security managers, SCC Specialists approve Bechtel business travelers’ itineraries when traveling to high risk locations.
• Conducts investigations into threat actors or groups that may pose a direct threat to company personnel or assets. Open source intelligence sources and social media are utilized in investigations.
• Assists Corporate Security Managers and Incident Management Teams during emergencies by disseminating and processing information.
• Utilizes and monitors security and life safety systems, to include radios, alarms, cameras, and satellite phones to safeguard Bechtel personnel and property.  Initiates and coordinates appropriate response/notification per established security policies and procedures.

Education and Experience Requirements:

Requires a University Hire with less than 1 year of experience or 4-5 years of relevant work experience in lieu of degree. 

Required Knowledge and Skills:

• Experience in private sector security, law enforcement, military service or a communication center environment.
• Knowledge and interest in domestic and global security issues.
• Ability to work rotating shifts, weekends and holidays, and fill in for other Security Coordination Center (SCC) personnel as required.
• Strong oral and written communication skills; an ability to communication is a concise, clear, and professional manner, detailing vital information to peers and superiors and other Bechtel employees.
• Analytical skills; an ability to pull together relevant data from a variety of sources, making a judgement on the utility of the information and its potential impact on Bechtel security operations.
• Composure; an ability to handle emergency situations in a calm and efficient manner.
• Discretion and a firm commitment to protect Bechtel proprietary information. Must be able to maintain confidential and sensitive information.
• An ability to work independently and make decisions without immediate input from supervisor.
• A team player with a desire to assist other SCC Specialists in their duties and the ability to provide and receive constructive feedback.
• Strong Microsoft Office Suite and general computer skills.

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