Physical Security Tech Specialist

About Northern Trust

Northern Trust (Nasdaq: NTRS) is a global leader in innovative wealth management, asset servicing, asset management, and banking services. Founded in 1889, the company is guided by three principles: Service, Expertise, and Integrity. These principles are reflected in the business conduct of the company, which aims to instill them in its employees, called partners, and to provide them to clients and communities worldwide. With over 24,000 partners and a history spanning more than 135 years, Northern Trust serves the world's most sophisticated clients using leading technology and exceptional service.

Role/Department

Physical Security Tech Specialist/Corporate Security (GPSS)

Responsible For

• Managing the organization’s physical security systems, including hardware installation, configuration, and programming of applications
• Conducting system testing in UAT and production environments for application and equipment upgrades
• Collecting and providing data and documentation for compliance audits pertaining to the security systems
• Developing end user guides and conducting training programs for company personnel
• Aiding in coordinating projects, overseeing project phases in conjunction with Information Technology staff
• Maintaining tracking and reporting of vendor technical support related to security systems, equipment, and applications
• Processing requests from the identity management system regarding system access
• Preparing and maintaining training materials for security equipment and applications for end users
• Aiding in security investigations, including the retention of data and evidence, as well as authorized distribution to internal and external entities
• Preparing and maintaining reports and other documentation for review in internal and external audits
• Documenting and tracking all observed and reported issues with security systems and components
• Investigating new security technologies and advising management on potential implementation
• Aiding in maintaining inventory of all security equipment and supplies
• Reviewing procedures and practices to demonstrate compliance with applicable federal and state regulatory requirements and adherence to internal policies

Key Responsibilities

• Provide security system support related to upgrades, maintenance, and troubleshooting
• Collaborate with management and local business units to establish and improve security needs of offices
• Liaise with third-party vendors and internal IT groups in support of security systems, equipment, and applications
• Process requests from the identity management system regarding system access
• Prepare and maintain training materials for security equipment and applications for end users
• Aid in security investigations including the retention of data and evidence, as well as authorized distribution to internal and external entities
• Prepare and maintain reports and other documentation for review in internal and external audits
• Document and track all observed and reported issues with security systems and components
• Investigate new security technologies and advise management for potential implementation
• Aid in maintaining inventory of all security equipment and supplies
• Review procedures and practices to demonstrate compliance with applicable federal and state regulatory requirements and adherence to internal policies

Skills/Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of risk management and physical security typically acquired through related experience is preferred
• HW and SW troubleshooting skills required; Security system knowledge (i.e. CCTV, alarms, access control systems) is preferred
• Analytical and problem-solving skills are required to be able to identify and troubleshoot malfunctions of security equipment and applications
• Ability to monitor and generate reports related to subject matter
• Ability to work both independently and within a team setting
• Good oral and written communication skills are required
• To excel within large organizational setting, including working with various internal and external teams and performing remote work as necessary
• Requires established skills to perform a range of routine day-to-day activities
• A College or University degree and/or some relevant work experience

Requirements

• Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future
• Northern Trust will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa)

Pay

Salary Range: $61,500 - 98,300 USD

Schedule

The role requires the individual to be onsite 5 days a week between 7:30am and 4pm