Security Specialist jobs in Nevada

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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Specialist
  • Nevada National Security Site
  • Mercury, NV FULL_TIME
  • Overview

    Mission Support and Test Services, LLC (MSTS) manages and operates the Nevada National Security Site (NNSS) for the . National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA).

    Our MISSION is to help ensure the security of the United States and its allies by providing high-hazard experimentation and incident response capabilities through operations, engineering, education, field, and integration services and by acting as environmental stewards to the Site’s Cold War legacy.

    Our VISION is to be the user site of choice for large-scale, high-hazard, national security experimentation, with premier facilities and capabilities below ground, on the ground, and in the air.

    See for our unique Our 2,750 professional, craft, and support employees are called upon to innovate, collaborate, and deliver on some of the more difficult nuclear security challenges facing the world today.

    In this environment, the best ideas need to be voiced and every opinion matters. As such, MSTS places great value on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion and is committed to a diverse and equitable workforce, with an inclusive culture that values and celebrates the diversity of our people, talents, ideas, and perspectives.

    • MSTS offers our full-time employees highly competitive salaries and benefits packages including medical, dental, and vision;
    • both a pension and a 401k; paid time off and 96 hours of paid holidays; relocation (if located more than 75 miles from work location);

    tuition assistance and reimbursement; and more.

    MSTS is a limited liability company consisting of Honeywell International Inc. (Honeywell), Jacobs Engineering Group Inc.

    Jacobs), and HII Nuclear Inc.

    Responsibilities

    The Principal Facilities Specialist will support activities at the Area 12 Tunnel Complex Facilities and report directly to the A12 Manager.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Principal contact for the day-to-day facility operations in the Area 12 Complex.
    • Create and revise work authorization documents ensuring safe mission execution, and conduct management self-assessments.
    • Synchronize all work activities conducted within the boundaries of the facility and infrastructure, asset planning and stewardship, and sustainability.
    • Manage the maintenance and operating budget for all facilities in portfolio.
    • Create strategic plan for facilities, planning and managing fiscal targets and schedules.
    • Furnish technical suggestions and advice on alterations and improvements to physical facilities, maintenance and repair work, and operating services.
    • Assist in the development of preventative and corrective maintenance program.
    • Assist in negotiations with architects, engineers, and contractors.
    • Assist in planning and coordination of comprehensive program for the operation, maintenance and repair of facilities and appurtenant structures.
    • Inspect buildings and / or grounds to identify and recommend repairs needed.
    • From time to time, may be required to make engineering decisions in emergencies without engineering review.
    • Conduct space validation facility inspections.
    • Provide project management support for projects under construction, including coordination with procurement, subcontractors, construction, engineering design, and Site Services management.
    • Perform various support functions in the planning process to determine maintenance long range costs, get field data in support of proposed projects, and to help find alternative solutions that will affect cost and / or energy savings overall.
    • Prepare and approve Real Estate Operations Permits (REOP).
    • Prepare and approve National Environmental Protection Act (NEPA) permits.
    • Prepare reports and recommendations for management on the technical and administrative aspects of the Facilities program.
    • Perform other duties assigned by Management.

    Qualifications

    • Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent training and experience with at least 8 years of professional level experience.
    • Must have excellent written and oral communication skills to interact with facility tenants, supporting organizations, external customers, and visitors.
    • Knowledge of building systems and supporting processes to ensure safe and efficient operations. Practical facility management experience required.
    • Must be able to deal effectively with conflicting deadlines.
    • Demonstrated leadership qualities with emphasis on continuous improvement and team building.
    • Skilled in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint are desired).
    • Must be able to respond to emergency facility issues 24 / 7.
    • Physical Requirements include; ability to stand, sit and walk for prolonged periods of time. Must have the ability to climb, crouch and reach.
    • The primary work location will be at the Nevada National Security Site (located 65 miles northwest of Las Vegas, Nevada).
    • Work schedule will be 4 / 10; Monday - Thurs from 6 : 00 am - 4 : 30 pm or 7 : 00 am - 5 : 30 pm (Subject to change).
    • Pre-placement physical examination, which includes a drug screen, is required. MSTS maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing.
    • Must have a valid drivers’ license.
    • Last updated : 2024-04-23

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Suited Specialist - FT
  • Security Industry Specialists, Inc.
  • Las Vegas, NV FULL_TIME
  • About this position: • Department: Standard • Location (City/State): Las Vegas, NV • Employment Type: Full Time About us: Security Industry Specialists, Inc. (SIS) provides security solutions to some ...
  • 21 Days Ago

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Security Specialist II
  • Alakaina Family of Companies
  • Springs, NV FULL_TIME
  • The Alaka`ina Foundation Family of Companies (FOCs) is seeking a Security Specialist II to administer and assure compliance with security regulations and procedures to include badging requirements in ...
  • 7 Days Ago

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Security Specialist II
  • Kupono Government Services
  • Springs, NV FULL_TIME
  • The Alaka`ina Foundation Family of Companies (FOCs) is seeking a Security Specialist II to administer and assure compliance with security regulations and procedures to include badging requirements in ...
  • 7 Days Ago

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Security Specialist II
  • Alakaina Family of Companies
  • Springs, NV FULL_TIME
  • The Alaka`ina Foundation Family of Companies (FOCs) is seeking a Security Specialist II to administer and assure compliance with security regulations and procedures to include badging requirements in ...
  • 7 Days Ago

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Security Specialist II
  • Kupono Government Services
  • Springs, NV FULL_TIME
  • The Alaka`ina Foundation Family of Companies (FOCs) is seeking a Security Specialist II to administer and assure compliance with security regulations and procedures to include badging requirements in ...
  • 7 Days Ago

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Personnel Security Specialist
  • AE Strategies
  • Washington, DC
  • About Us AE Strategies is a Mclean, VA based consulting firm, founded in 2003, providing management consulting to federa...
  • 4/25/2024 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'...
  • 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Personnel Security Specialist
  • Koniag Government Services
  • Falls Church, VA
  • TGS Job ID 2465072 Tuknik Government Services, a Koniag Government Services company , is seeking a Personnel Security Sp...
  • 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Personnel Security Specialist
  • Koniag Government Services
  • Falls Church, VA
  • Koniag Government Services Personnel Security Specialist Falls Church , Virginia Apply Now Tuknik Government Services, a...
  • 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Personnel Security Specialist
  • Department of Defense Education Activity
  • Alexandria, VA
  • Summary About the Position: This position is located in Alexandria Virginia, Security Management Division, PERSEC Branch...
  • 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Personnel Security Specialist
  • Xcelerate Solutions
  • Washington, DC
  • Job Description Job Description:\n\nPersonnel Security Specialist (PSS) Grade 6 Washington DC / Huntsville, AL Clearance...
  • 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Personnel Security Specialist
  • Ae Strategies
  • Washington, DC
  • About Us AE Strategies is a Mclean, VA based consulting firm, founded in 2003, providing management consulting to federa...
  • 4/22/2024 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

Nevada is almost entirely within the Basin and Range Province, and is broken up by many north-south mountain ranges. Most of these ranges have endorheic valleys between them, which belies the image portrayed by the term Great Basin. Much of the northern part of the state is within the Great Basin, a mild desert that experiences hot temperatures in the summer and cold temperatures in the winter. Occasionally, moisture from the Arizona Monsoon will cause summer thunderstorms; Pacific storms may blanket the area with snow. The state's highest recorded temperature was 125 °F (52 °C) in Laughlin (e...
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Income Estimation for Security Specialist jobs
$56,315 to $84,900

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