Physical Security Consultant / Systems Designer

Are you Ready to Engineer Your Career? At IMEG, one of the largest design consulting firms in the U.S., we strive to provide exciting and rewarding career opportunities to our team members. We work hard and are passionate about what we do but also love to have fun along the way. We celebrate the ability to be a firm of over 3000 employees in the US and beyond who still provides a local office approach and feel to each of our employee-owners. From opportunities to get involved and give back locally through our Community Involvement Committees to the ability to partner with exciting clients, we take our jobs seriously but have a great time in the process. As a company, we believe in investing in our team members and providing an environment for expansive growth. We put people first. We are proud to say we are a 100% employee-owned organization and take pride in our commitment to being a great place to work. We support this commitment through work-life balance, flexibility, continuous training and development opportunities, and community impact. We reward innovation, hard work, and support a culture of sustainability. IMEG is growing, and we’d love to have you join our team! We are currently seeking a Physical Security Consultant / Systems Designer in our Austin, TX office. As a Physical Security Consultant / Systems Designer, you will be responsible for leading the support efforts relating to crisis management, physical security countermeasures, contingency planning, business continuity, building design, security assessments and exercise coordination efforts. The Senior Security Consultant 1 will also provide advice and assistance on strategic and tactical security issues affecting the project. This multifaceted role leads the Security team in enhancing our clients’ overall security posture and resilience to potential threats and disruptions. Principal Responsibilities • Conduct vulnerability assessments of related facilities • Assist in consulting services on building design with clients • Assist in consulting services on landscape design with clients • Provide recommendations, using risk management principles, for sound mitigation techniques using proven and field-tested systems • Interact and coordinate activities with the field offices for proper integration and implementation of developed plans • Assist with reviewing modifications to existing facilities and for the acquisition of Government-owned and leased facilities supporting company missions and prepare detailed reporting documentation • Work with various security and facilities staff and advise the use of best practices in acquisition, lease, or modification to facilities • Assist with conducting policy research, and make recommendations, covering new tactics, techniques, and procedures • Attend approved key trade shows, symposiums, working groups, etc. • Interact with vendors, engineers, developers, and others to gain knowledge of state of art and industry information • Team and project leadership including mentoring others Required Skills/Abilities • Advanced knowledge and experience with physical security aspects of building construction, to include working with blueprints and related technical construction documents • Advanced knowledge and experience with IT-based security management systems (to include but not limited to: Closed Circuit TV (CCTV), physical access control, and intrusion detection systems) • Knowledge of global security operations including Anti-Terrorism, Physical Security Countermeasures (PSC), and Contingency Planning (CP) • Experience performing vulnerability and gap analysis • Experience performing and leading exercises related to various types of emergency events • Experience determining countermeasures based on risk analysis • Ability to constructively engage and resolve challenging situations • Independent self-starter, proactive and professional assertive • Excellent oral and written communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills • Proficient in Microsoft and MS Office Suite including but not limited to Word, Excel, and Outlook • Ability to travel up to 30% with overnight stays *This position not eligible for sponsorship Education and Experience • Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree, or equivalent required • 9 years of experience minimum required, 10 preferred, in the building design consulting industry • Experience and certifications with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and Homeland Security in the areas of Incident Command System (ICS) Emergency Management, Emergency Response, and Critical Infrastructure and Assessments • Experience with federal, state and local law enforcement agencies, personnel, and procedures (e.g. Unified Facilities Code, US Army Corps of Engineers and other guidance and documentation on force protection construction and engineering) OR • Associates degree, or certificate, preferred • 13 years of experience minimum required, 14 preferred, in in the security industry or 8 years of design consulting experience. • Experience and certifications with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and Homeland Security in the areas of Incident Command System (ICS) Emergency Management, Emergency Response, and Critical Infrastructure and Assessments • Experience with federal, state and local law enforcement agencies, personnel, and procedures (e.g. Unified Facilities Code, US Army Corps of Engineers and other guidance and documentation on force protection construction and engineering) Physical Requirements • Regularly required to sit, walk, stand, talk, see, hear, and lift objects up to 25 pounds • Occasionally required to drive, kneel, stoop, crouch, crawl, reach with hands or arms, and grasp or pull • Will have limited exposure to outside weather conditions and loud noises Locations Austin, TX Chicago, IL Salary Range $193,000 - 236,000. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Individual pay will be based on several factors including experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant. Other rewards may include annual bonuses and stock ownership options. In addition, IMEG Corp. provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, an employee wellness program, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays, and paid time off (PTO). This information is being provided in compliance with local laws. Additional information regarding employee benefits may be found on our company website at www.imegcorp.com IMEG, an employee-owned corporation, is committed to investing in employees’ futures through professional development programs and opportunities for career advancement. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including generous PTO, flexible schedule, and assistance with tuition reimbursement. Additionally, employees are eligible to enroll in health, dental, vision, and life insurance on their first day of employment. Want to learn more about IMEG and our other amazing career opportunities? Please visit https://www.imegcorp.com/careers/. IMEG is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in all employment practices, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation or gender identity), gender, national origin, disability, age, genetic information (including family medical history), parental status (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions including lactation), ethnic origin, hair type (including hairstyle or hair texture), citizenship status, marital status, military service, veteran’s status, political affiliation, non-merit-based factors, or any other characteristic protected by law. In accordance with antidiscrimination law, it is the purpose of this policy to put into effect these principles and mandates. IMEG prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. IMEG conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations. All applicants have the right to request access, correction, and deletion of their personal information from our system. In order to make a request, please email careers@imegcorp.com. As a people-centered engineering firm we know IMEG’s brand is centered around the technical skills of our people. We are 100% employee-owned and we value the collective abilities, expertise, and continuity of our team members. We understand the importance of an engaged culture and the power of teamwork. We believe in investing in our people and their professional futures through continuous training, community involvement, and the ability to develop a niche specialty. We also believe in committing to the same sustainability ideals we encourage for our clients – a practice of reduce, reuse, and recycle. We are IMEG. 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Salary : $193,000