Security Operations Center Supervisor

Walden Security

Knoxville, TN

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JOB DETAILS

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SKILLS

Access Control, Administrative Skills, Affirmative Action, Analysis Skills, Attorney, Background Investigation, Best Practices, CCTV, CRT (Cathode Ray Tube) Displays, Call Monitoring, Commercial Real Estate, Communication Skills, Computer Skills, Concrete, Crisis Management, Customer Support/Service, Customer/Client Research, Depth Perception, Detail Oriented, Diversity, Driver's License, English Language, Establish Priorities, Executive Assistant Skills , Finance, Fortune 500 Customers, GSOC - GIAC Securing Oracle Certification, Hospital, Identify Issues, Information/Data Security (InfoSec), Interpersonal Skills, Intrusion Detection Systems, Investigative Reports, Law Enforcement, Leadership, Life Safety Systems, Lift/Move 25 Pounds, Loss Prevention, Manufacturing, Mathematics, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Product Family, Microsoft Windows Operating System, Multilingual, Multitasking, Operations Management, Organizational Skills, People Management, Performance Management, Physical Demands, Physical Security, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Product Demonstration, Product/Service Launch, Public/Media/Press/Analyst Relations, Quality Management, Record Keeping, Reporting Skills, Residential Real Estate, Risk Analysis, Risk Management, Safety Process, Security Infrastructure, Security Software, Surveillance, Team Player, Telecommunications, Time Management, Training/Teaching, Workplace Issues, Writing Skills

LOCATION

Knoxville, TN

POSTED

1 day ago

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Security Operations Center Lead needed in Knoxville 3pm-11pm Monday-Friday

Summary:

Our Security Officers protect the Industrial or commercial property of our clients against fire, vandalism, and illegal entry. Our clients range from Class-A Office Buildings, Luxury Residential Properties, Distilleries, Fortune 500 Companies, Financial Institutions, telecommunications, manufacturing/industrial factories, Hospitals, and many others. The successful candidate will be a problem solver, possess critical thinking skills, and be detail-oriented. This position is responsible for best practices for communicating information surrounding those incidents to leadership as appropriate. The lead will monitor cameras and alarms, dispatch associated calls via telephone and radio, and provide general assistance to both employees and guests.

The lead is responsible for answering routine and emergency calls, monitoring alarms and video equipment, including video alarms, door alarms, and duress alarms, and providing general assistance to employees, vendors, and guests.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

+ The lead is responsible for monitoring various tools to identify threats and/or risks to the organization.

+ The lead will coordinate response to life safety incidents (medical, safety, natural disasters, etc.) and dispatch security officers, CRT, facilities, police, fire, and EMS personnel as required via telephone, radio, and/or software systems provided by Walden Security.

+ The Lead maintains various records of communications and events.

+ Able to manage and handle situations of a sensitive nature and maintain the company’s confidentiality and information security practices (personnel issues, investigations, public relations incidents, emergency personnel contact information, etc.).

+ Conduct investigative video reviews and report findings; Assist in conducting investigations and update requestors promptly

+ Properly document all reported incidents, notifying appropriate parties for information, escalation, or other business-required actions

+ Ensure all systems are functioning properly and report deficiencies as necessary.

+ Coordinate the response of on-site security personnel utilizing surveillance tools equipped with intrusion detection to identify individuals in restricted areas.

+ Proactively monitor developments of extreme or adverse atmospheric conditions such as hurricanes, tornadoes, floods, blizzards, severe thunderstorms, and other weather phenomena that can cause damage, disruption, or threats to life and property.

+ In the event of an ongoing police or fire emergency in proximity to an asset, you will be expected to promptly collect real-time information and alert the relevant offices or employees affected.

+ Maintain situational awareness during planned and unplanned civil demonstrations near assets, identifying signs of unruly behavior or clashes with external security forces using news sources and subscribed intelligence tools.

+ Manage and prioritize employee security concerns through email, phone, and internal messaging platforms to ensure efficient support and resolution of requests.

+ Strong understanding and troubleshooting capabilities for CCTV, Physical Access Control, and various Security Software Platforms utilized by the organization.

+ Must be detail-oriented, organized with the ability to multitask in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment.

+ Ability to analyze problems, identify causes, and implement results-oriented solutions.

+ Excellent organizational and time management skills.

+ Must possess strong computer skills with a high proficiency in the Microsoft workspace and an ability to find information fast.

+ A professional demeanor, along with excellent customer service skills

+ Ability to work independently while also being a team player.

+ Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English. Fluency in other languages is a plus.

+ Conduct routine alarm testing and remote audits.

+ Maintain daily logs and prepare and provide reports as required.

+ An analytical mindset with the ability to identify and escalate critical issues.

+ Position requires sitting and screen exposure for extended periods.

Competency

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies (minimum of 5):

+ Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems promptly; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem-solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.

+ Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others.

+ Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments.

+ Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.

+ Oral Communication - speaks very clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions; demonstrates group presentation skills; participates invarious meetings.

+ Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.

+ Diversity- Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences. Educates others on the value of diversity, promotes a harassment- free environment, and builds a diverse workforce.

+ Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.

+ Organizational Support – Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; supports organization’s goals and values; Benefits the organization through outside activities; Supports affirmative action and respects diversity.

+ Judgement – Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgement; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions.

+ Professionalism – Tactfully approaches others; Reacts well under pressure. Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.

+ Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.

+ Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.

+ Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events; adapts to new product introduction, emergent business needs, and business evolution.

+ Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.

+ Dependability - follows instructions, responds to management direction; takes responsibility for own actions; keeps commitments; commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan. Goal and detail-oriented.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

+ High School diploma or General Education Degree (GED)

+ Ability to pass a criminal background check and drug test

+ To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

+ Minimum of 1 year of customer service experience.

+ It is preferred to have a minimum of 1+ years of experience in a physical Security Operations Center (SOC), a GSOC, or experience in security and/or law enforcement positions or dispatch centers.

+ Requires a year of related experience in any of the following categories: crisis management, physical security, critical infrastructure protection, risk controls, or loss prevention.

+ Experience in alarm monitoring

+ Have a working knowledge of mass notification tools.

+ Ability to rapidly analyze large amounts of information while maintaining composure during high-stress circumstances.

+ Be prepared to work in a 24/7 operations center on a designated shift where you have the flexibility to cover extra hours as needed.

+ Prior camera and/or alarm integrator experience is a plus.

Language Skills

+ Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos using the English language.

+ Ability to write simple correspondence.

+ Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations, respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, other employees of the organization, and the general public.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

Reasoning Ability

+ Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.

+ Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Computer Skills

+ Ability to type at least 45 wpm.

+ Proficient in Microsoft Windows 10 and Microsoft Office Products, including Outlook.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Valid Driver's License

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, the ability to adjust focus, and the ability to see and distinguish basic colors.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Other Tasks

This job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.

_Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws._

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Pay Rate

$19—$19 USD

We offer every employee — from executive managers to administrative support to security professionals — unique and generous benefits, as well as opportunities for career growth.

So if you’re ready to embark on a meaningful career with one of the nation’s most dynamic and fastest growing security companies, apply with Walden Security today.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veterans status, or disability. EOE / AAP Employer / Minorities / Females / Vet / Disabled. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

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