Lead physical security and business resilience for multiple Latham & Watkins offices within an assigned region, coordinating security operations, risk assessments, and emergency preparedness.
Compensation
USD $150,000.00 - USD $180,000.00 /Yr.
Responsibilities
Coordinate day-to-day physical security activities with Workplace Experience teams
Conduct and document security assessments, recommend risk-mitigation measures
Provide guidance on access control, visitor management, video surveillance, alarm, and other physical security systems
Support emergency preparedness, drills, crisis response, and business continuity activities
Respond to and document security incidents, coordinate with stakeholders and public safety authorities
Provide administrative and program support to guard forces across assigned accounts.
Cover operational security posts as needed to ensure continuity of physical security services.
Perform physical security duties, including on-site presence, monitoring, and response as required by operational demands.
Receive and manage incoming communications related to staffing, scheduling, and operational needs across Residential Security Team, Executive Protection, and Off-Duty Officer programs.
Oversee delivery of physical security services for QTS data center security operations, including contract guard operations, alarm investigation, incident reporting, and coordination with regional security disciplinary specialists.
Compensation
This role is also eligible for a competitive benefits package that includes: medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; 401(k) retirement plan; flexible spending and HSA accounts; paid holidays; paid time off; paid volunteer days; employee assistance program; tuition assistance; parental leave; military leave assistance; QTS scholarship for dependents; wellness program, and other company benefits. This position is Bonus eligible.
Responsibilities
Supervise contract frontline security staff and daily security operations
Manage security operations for a data center
Maintain close coordination with security vendor management
Interface with and assist in mobilizing vendors involved in system repairs for current sites and new security for construction
Evaluate and drive continuous improvement of contract guard operations
Requirements
Bachelor's degree or five or more years working in an operations, physical security or equivalent environment or Associate's degree or three or more years experience working in an operations, physical security or equivalent environment
Nice to have: Security-related management and leadership experience
Nice to have: Access control and video surveillance software applications (ProWatch, Genetec)
Nice to have: Experience observing security gaps in physical barriers
The Specialist, Physical Security plays a critical role in developing and implementing safety and security protocols, ensuring compliance with corporate standards and regulatory requirements. This position provides tactical responses to emergency situations, manages threat assessments, and supports investigations.
Compensation
The hourly wage range for this position is $21.00 - $40.00* The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Additional compensation in the form of premiums may be paid in amounts ranging from $0.35 per hour to $3.00 per hour in specific circumstances.
Responsibilities
Support development and implementation of security protocols, programs, and training to enhance safety and compliance.
Respond to emergency situations by initiating incident command and providing tactical responses to life safety events.
Implement and monitor security systems, including alarm and intrusion detection, ensuring timely and effective threat management.
Investigate security breaches, policy violations, and reported threats, assisting with mitigation and resolution efforts.
Ensure compliance with regulatory and corporate policies related to safety, security, and facility standards.
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