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This onsite contract opportunity is ideal for an early-career security professional looking to build experience in physical security operations, risk assessment, incident management, and security technology. The selected candidate will play a key role in helping protect employees, critical infrastructure, facilities, and company assets while supporting initiatives that strengthen the organization's overall security posture.\nPer our client contract, candidates must be U.S. Citizens or Green Card Holders.\nResponsibilities\nConduct security vulnerability assessments and facility security inspections.\nIdentify security risks and develop recommendations for corrective actions.\nSupport investigations related to unauthorized access, theft, vandalism, and other security incidents.\nAdminister and support access control, badge management, video surveillance, intrusion detection, and visitor management systems.\nAssist with security technology upgrades and physical security improvement projects.\nMaintain security records, reports, assessments, and asset inventories.\nPrepare presentations, dashboards, and reports for management.\nCollaborate with Operations, Facilities, Engineering, IT, Emergency Management, and external stakeholders.\nQualifications\nBachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, Homeland Security, Emergency Management, Security Management, Business, or a related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.\n0-3 years of experience in physical security, law enforcement, military, emergency management, investigations, facilities security, or a related field.\nWorking knowledge of access control systems, CCTV/video surveillance systems, and physical security principles.\nStrong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.\nExcellent written and verbal communication skills.\nProficiency with Microsoft Office applications.\nAbility to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a collaborative environment.\nCompensation\nThe compensation for this role as a consultant starts at $25/hour, based on experience and qualifications. This rate is subject to change.\nBenefits vary by role and compensation type and may include health and welfare benefits, retirement savings options, and additional voluntary benefit programs.\n\n4 Reasons to Join The Squires Group, Inc.: 1. Our Commitment to You - We offer competitive pay, multi-year projects, and a list of exciting clients.2. Work-Life Balance - We work hard; we work smart and have quality time for family and \"life.\" 3. Golden Rule - We treat our consultants the way we want to be treated: with integrity, professionalism, and trust.4. We Care About You - We help you meet your career goals and continuously support your efforts in the field. Check out our Referral Program!The Squires Group will pay you for every qualified professional that you refer and we place. If you see a position posted by The Squires Group and know the perfect person for the job, please send us your referral. 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