Security and Safety Analyst
What You Will Do
GFT is seeking a Security and Safety Analyst to join our team in Northern California! This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring regular attendance at our office.
- Provides project assistance for a wide variety of projects, related to safety, security, emergency and continuity planning, and regulation compliance in these areas.
- Supports preparedness, mitigation, response, recovery, and resilience initiatives through research, planning, analysis, stakeholder coordination, and operational support activities.
- Assists in the development, maintenance, and implementation of Emergency Operations Plans, Continuity of Operations Plans, hazard mitigation plans, and emergency procedures.
- Supports emergency preparedness, response, recovery, and resilience initiatives for public and private clients.
- Conducts risk assessments, hazard analyses, capability assessments, and regulatory compliance reviews.
- Prepares basic and technical analysis, outlines, technical specifications, studies, plans, and reports, and provides support of broader security and safety activities.
- Performs research and prepares routine and moderately complex technical reports or report sections.
- Coincides with clients, public agencies, stakeholders, and multidisciplinary project teams to gather information and support project objectives.
- Maintains emergency management regulations, industry standards, and best practices.
What You Will Bring To Our Firm
- Bachelor’s degree in Emergency Management, Homeland Security, Public Administration, Public Safety, or a related field, required.
- Minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in emergency management, disaster preparedness, homeland security, public safety, or related programs.
- FEMA ICS and NIMS coursework required.
- Knowledge of emergency management principles, FEMA frameworks, SEMS/NIMS requirements, continuity planning, and preparedness programs.
- Experience supporting emergency operations, incident response, recovery efforts, and preparedness initiatives.
- Able to independently manage workload, prioritize assignments, and meet project deadlines.
- Able to work effectively both independently and collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Demonstrates excellent oral, written, and presentation skills required.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) required.
- Ability to communicate effectively with clients, agencies, executives, and technical staff.
- Expected to produce professional-quality work products with minimal supervision.
Education | Experience
Education | Experience: What You Will Bring To Our Firm
- Bachelor’s degree in Emergency Management, Homeland Security, Public Administration, Public Safety, or a related field, required.
- Minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in emergency management, disaster preparedness, homeland security, public safety, or related programs.
- FEMA ICS and NIMS coursework required.
- Knowledge of emergency management principles, FEMA frameworks, SEMS/NIMS requirements, continuity planning, and preparedness programs.
- Experience supporting emergency operations, incident response, recovery efforts, and preparedness initiatives.
- Able to independently manage workload, prioritize assignments, and meet project deadlines.
- Able to work effectively both independently and collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Demonstrates excellent oral, written, and presentation skills required.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) required.
- Ability to communicate effectively with clients, agencies, executives, and technical staff.
- Expected to produce professional-quality work products with minimal supervision.
Featured Benefits
- Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.
- Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
- Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.
- Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.
- Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
- Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations.
- Incentive compensation for eligible positions.
Company Overview
At GFT, a privately held AEC firm, we innovate where transportation, water, power, and buildings converge. We call this the Infrastructure of Life. We measure our success by the strength of our relationships – that’s why we’re the employer of choice for 5,000+ of the industry’s brightest engineers, planners, architects, inspectors, designers, and more. Our clients choose us for our expertise and prefer us for our nimble approach, creativity, and personal touch. Backed by over a century’s experience, together we’re building a lasting legacy for future generations: stronger communities, a healthier planet, and better lives.
Equal Opportunity Employer
GFT is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans’ status or other characteristics protected by law.
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Location
Roseville, CA; Sacramento, CA; Oakland, CA
Core Business Hours
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Employment Status
Full-Time