Information Security Specialist

Title: Specialist I, Information Security

Reports to:  Security Manager

Location:  Holland, MI

LG Energy Solution Michigan, Inc is a global leader in advanced lithium-ion battery technology for electric vehicle (EV) and energy storage applications. With growing operations across the United States, we are committed to innovation, quality, and powering the future of clean energy. Join a leader in advanced EV batteries. www.lgenergymi.com

Summary:

The Information Security Specialist supports the day-to-day physical security operations at LG Energy Solution Michigan Inc. This role assists in maintaining physical security systems, conducting facility security assessments and patrols, supporting investigations, coordinating with contract security personnel, and helping protect employees, visitors, company assets, and facilities under the direction of the Emergency Management Specialist.

Responsibilities:

• Support the implementation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of physical security systems, policies, and procedures.


• Conduct routine security assessments, inspections, and facility patrols to identify vulnerabilities and recommend corrective actions.


• Assist in protecting employees, visitors, company property, information, and physical assets through established security practices.


• Monitor, investigate, and document security incidents, security breaches, and policy violations while assisting with corrective action recommendations.


• Coordinate physical security support for company events, visitors, and executive meetings as needed.


• Support the installation, maintenance, testing, and operation of security equipment, including CCTV, access control, alarm systems, and other life safety systems.


• Train employees on security procedures, including badge usage, access control, emergency response, and handling sensitive materials.


• Coordinate with Human Resources and approved vendors to support pre-employment background screening activities in accordance with company policy.


• Respond to security incidents and emergencies, including workplace violence, unauthorized access, theft, and other security-related events; prepare detailed incident reports as required.


• Work collaboratively with local law enforcement, emergency responders, and on-site contract security personnel to resolve security concerns.


• Maintain current knowledge of physical security technologies, applicable regulations, and industry best practices.


• Maintain accurate security documentation, reports, and records.


• Assist other members of the Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) team with department initiatives as needed to support overall business objectives.


• Follow all company safety policies, security procedures, and PPE requirements.


• Regular and reliable on-site attendance is required.


• Additional duties and responsibilities may be assigned based on business needs and position level.


• Maintain cleanliness at work-site in accordance with 5S3R Standards:


• Sort, Set in order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain


• Right Location, Right Quantity, Right Container


• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in IT or related field or equivalent, relevant experience

Experience: 

• 1 to 3 years of relevant work experience in security, law enforcement


• Experience with physical security systems, including CCTV, access control, intrusion detection, and alarm systems.


• Experience conducting security assessments, incident investigations, or facility security operations is preferred.

Skills: 

• Must have or be able to obtain within one year:
  
  
  
  • FEMA IS-5.A
  
  
  • Introduction to Hazardous Materials
  
  
  • IS-100.C: Introduction to the Incident Command System (ICS)
  
  
  • IS-200.C: Basic Incident Command System for Initial Response
  
  
  • IS-230.E: Fundamentals of Emergency Management
  
  
  • IS-235.C: Emergency Planning
  
  
  • IS-240.C: Leadership and Influence
  
  
  • IS-241.C: Decision Making and Problem Solving
  
  
  • IS-700.B: National Incident Management System (NIMS)
  
  
  • IS-906: Workplace Security Awareness
  
  
  • IS-907: Active Shooter Awareness
  
  


• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.


• Knowledge of physical security principles, risk assessment, and mitigation techniques.


• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.


• Ability to maintain confidential and sensitive information.


• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.


• Ability to exercise sound judgment during emergency situations.


• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with cross-functional teams.


• Ability to work flexible hours as business needs require.

Equal Opportunity Employer

LG Energy Solution is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.

Reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified individuals with disabilities.