Senior Physical Security Specialist

About the role

On-site role (5 days/week in office) at Portland, OR or Renton, WA office. Candidates must reside within commutable distance of that location.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, Security Management, Business Administration, Homeland Security, Emergency Management, or a related field
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in law enforcement, federal law enforcement, military police/security forces, executive protection, or other protective services assignments involving threat assessment, incident response, and personnel protection, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Preferred certifications include CPP, PSP, APP, executive protection certification, and CPR/AED and First Aid certification

Skills and attributes

• Advanced analytical thinking, critical decision-making, and problem-solving skills
• Advanced verbal and written communication, collaboration, relationship-building, and executive presence
• Advanced capability in risk assessment, threat management, executive protection, emergency response, and incident command
• Advanced knowledge of physical security technologies, systems administration, governance, and program development
• Ability to coach, mentor, and guide security personnel, vendors, and stakeholders
• Ability to develop and deliver presentations and training programs
• Ability to perform effectively in dynamic, high-pressure, and sensitive environments involving senior leadership and critical incidents
• Demonstrated practical judgment, discretion, and service orientation supporting safety and business continuity

What You Will Do

• Performs enterprise physical security operations oversight aligned with organizational risk posture and business needs
• Responds to critical incidents and emergencies affecting personnel and facilities
• Provides executive protection services for senior leaders, Board members, and designated personnel
• Plans and executes protective operations for board meetings, executive events, and public-facing engagements
• Conducts physical security, threat, and violence risk assessments and recommends mitigation strategies
• Oversees physical security technologies, including access control, video management, intrusion detection, visitor management, and SOC systems
• Supports and oversees SOC activities, incident monitoring, escalation, reporting, and response coordination
• Oversees contract security vendors and guard services, ensuring compliance with contractual and operational requirements
• Develops, maintains, and delivers physical security policies, procedures, and training programs
• Collaborates with law enforcement and external agencies to support investigations, threat management, protective operations, and emergency response

Work Environment

• Work primarily performed in an office environment
• Travel may be required, either locally or out of state
• May be required to work outside of normal business hours

Pay and Benefits

The expected hiring range is $76,500.00 – $103,500.00, the full range is $72,000.00 – $117,000.00 and the bonus target is 10%.

Benefits include:

• Medical, dental and vision coverage for employees and their eligible family members, including mental health benefits
• Annual employer contribution to a health savings account
• Generous paid time off varying by role and tenure in addition to 10 company-paid holidays
• A market-leading retirement plan including a company match on employee 401(k) contributions, with a potential discretionary contribution based on company performance (no vesting period)
• Up to 12 weeks of paid parental time off (eligibility requires 12 months of continuous service with Cambia immediately preceding leave)
• Award-winning wellness programs that reward you for participation
• Employee Assistance Fund for those in need
• Commute and parking benefits

We are happy to offer work from home options for most of our roles. To take advantage of this flexible option, we require employees to have a wired internet connection that is not satellite or cellular and internet service with a minimum upload speed of 5Mb and a minimum download speed of 10 Mb.

If you need accommodation for any part of the application process because of a medical condition or disability, please email CambiaCareers@cambiahealth.com.