Security Specialist jobs in Florida

Security Specialist administers, coordinates, and evaluates security programs that support the strategy, policies, and standards established for the physical safety of all visitors, employees, or customers to the organization's facilities and the security of property and assets. Compiles data and analyzes results of audits, inspections, daily logs, and incident reports to assess security vulnerabilities, measure program effectiveness, and identify the need for additional resources. Being a Security Specialist coordinates any required security clearance processing or investigative research for employees or job candidates with applicable entities. Assists with the development of training, education programs, and communications on security policies and topics to ensure staff is prepared for potential security issues, crisis response, disaster recovery, evacuation, workplace violence, and other emergency events. Additionally, Security Specialist monitors communications and stays informed about local, state, provincial, or federal security-related information, directives, and events. May coordinate or assist with investigations and critical event responses in coordination with law enforcement and other officials. Understands law enforcement methods, tactics, and procedures. Typically requires a bachelor's degree or equivalent. Typically reports to a head of a unit/department. The Security Specialist occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. Gaining exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. To be a Security Specialist typically requires 2-4 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Security Specialist
  • Security Industry Specialists, Inc.
  • Sarasota, FL FULL_TIME
  • About this position:
                                                                 
    • Department: Retail
    • Location: Sarasota, FL
    • Employment Type: Full Time

    About us: 
    Security Industry Specialists, Inc. (SIS) provides security solutions to some of the most recognized companies and brands in the world. We deliver services that consistently exceed those of our peers. We accomplish this through innovation, constant process improvement, and an uncompromising commitment to hiring, retaining, and rewarding the best talent available.

    About the role:
    The Security Specialists, under the direct supervision of the Shift Supervisor, ensures SIS standards and policies are met in overall field services, operations and functions in assigned area such as: site inspections, emergency response, camera review, client liaison, and special projects as assigned. All duties must be performed in accordance to client policies and procedures and all state and federal regulations.

    In this role, your responsibilities will be:
    • Provide a safe and professional work environment for client's employees and guests 
    • Provide escort, patrol on foot to secure your assigned post 
    • Act quickly as a responder to incidents 
    • Bring a positive attitude every day -- represent our brand, the client, and yourself in a professional manner

    As a candidate you must have:  
    • High school diploma (or GED) 
    • Must complete and maintain state Guard Certification as prescribed by presiding state law, as well as all client requested certifications
    • Interpersonal skills and a professional attitude 
    • Uniform attire and grooming standards must be maintained while in uniform

    We offer:
    • $18 per hour
    • Health, Dental, Vision, and 401k 
    • Paid Time Off including Sick/Safe Time
    • A dynamic and challenging work environment with opportunity for growth

    Additional Information:
    Department of Public Safety Investigations/Security Contractor Guard Company #B2600174

    Security Industry Specialists, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer

    The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of this job.  They should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, requirements, skills, and standards 
    required to perform essential job functions.
  • 20 Days Ago

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Security Specialist
  • Security Industry Specialists, Inc.
  • Orlando, FL FULL_TIME
  • About this position: Department: Retail Location (City/State): Orlando, FL Employment Type: Flex About us: Security Industry Specialists, Inc. (SIS) provides security solutions to some of the most rec...
  • 28 Days Ago

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Uniformed Security Specialist - Armed
  • First Coast Security Services
  • Daytona Beach, FL FULL_TIME
  • Overview First Coast Security (FCS)* has experienced tremendous growth over the past 24 years. Our commercial and government clients consistently select us because we are passionate about protecting t...
  • 8 Days Ago

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Uniformed Security Specialist - Armed
  • First Coast Security
  • Daytona Beach, FL FULL_TIME
  • Overview First Coast Security (FCS)* has experienced tremendous growth over the past 24 years. Our commercial and government clients consistently select us because we are passionate about protecting t...
  • 9 Days Ago

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Security Specialist - PT/Flex
  • Security Industry Specialists, Inc.
  • Bal Harbour, FL PART_TIME
  • About this position: • Department: Retail • Location: Bal Harbour, FL • Employment Type: Part Time Flex About us: Security Industry Specialists, Inc. (SIS) provides security solutions to some of the m...
  • 12 Days Ago

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Security Specialist - PT/Flex
  • Security Industry Specialists, Inc.
  • Naples, FL OTHER
  • About this position: • Department: Retail • Location (City/State): Naples, FL • Employment Type: Part Time Flex About us: Security Industry Specialists, Inc. (SIS) provides security solutions to some ...
  • 13 Days Ago

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Personnel Security Specialist
  • Bering Straits Native Corporation
  • Washington, DC
  • Overview Visit our website at www.beringstraits.com to apply! Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled SUMMARY Arcti...
  • 4/15/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Personnel Security Specialist
  • General Dynamics Information Technology
  • Arlington, VA
  • Discover a career that is challenging, impactful, and mission critical. Join our team as a PERSONNEL SECURITY SPECIALIST...
  • 4/15/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Personnel Security Specialist-TS
  • General Dynamics Information Technology
  • Falls Church, VA
  • Apply your expertise to advance the mission and optimize our business strategy as a Security Officer at GDIT. Here, you'...
  • 4/15/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Personnel Security Specialist
  • Bering Straits Native Corporation
  • Washington, DC
  • Overview Visit our website at www.beringstraits.com to apply! Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled SUMMARY Artic...
  • 4/15/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Cyber Security Specialist
  • Leidos
  • Hampton, VA
  • Description Are you ready to join Leidos all-star team? Through training, teamwork, and exposure to challenging technica...
  • 4/5/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Personnel Security Specialist
  • Leidos
  • Hickam Afb, HI
  • Description The LEIDOS National Security Sector has a career opportunity for a Security Specialist in Honolulu, HI, prov...
  • 4/2/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Responsive Security Specialist
  • Securitas Inc.
  • Honolulu, HI
  • Responsive Security Specialist We help make your world a safer place. Securitas is a global company that offers the most...
  • 3/18/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Security Specialist
  • Leidos
  • McLean, VA
  • Description The Leidos National Security Sector uses a wide range of capabilities to support our customers’ mission to d...
  • 3/14/2024 12:00:00 AM

Florida (/ˈflɒrɪdə/ (listen); Spanish for "land of flowers") is the southernmost contiguous state in the United States. The state is bordered to the west by the Gulf of Mexico, to the northwest by Alabama, to the north by Georgia, to the east by the Atlantic Ocean, and to the south by the Straits of Florida. Florida is the 22nd-most extensive (65,755 sq mi or 170,300 km2), the 3rd-most populous (21,312,211 inhabitants), and the 8th-most densely populated (384.3/sq mi or 148.4/km2) of the U.S. states. Jacksonville is the most populous municipality in the state and the largest city by area in th...
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Income Estimation for Security Specialist jobs
$53,286 to $80,334

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