Corporate Security Specialist

Employer : BASF
Location: Geismar, Louisiana, United States
Job ID: EN_US_1501009

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Description

• Are you an ambitious Security professional looking to join the Geismar, LA corporate security team?
• Do you have demonstrated knowledge of security systems and other physical security countermeasures?
• Have you conducted investigations as part of your prior Security Management experience?
• Do you have demonstrated knowledge of industrial security operations and services?

If this sounds like you, then we want to get to know you… At BASF, We Create Chemistry – and have been doing so for 150 years. As the world’s leading chemical company, we combine economic success with environmental protection and social responsibility. Through science and innovation we enable our customers in nearly every industry to meet the current and future needs of society. Our portfolio ranges from chemicals, plastics, performance products and crop protection to oil and gas. Further information on BASF is available on the internet at http://www.basf.com/ or in the Social Media Newsroom at newsroom.basf.com. Now this is where you come in… We are seeking exceptional candidates for a Security Specialist at the Geismar, LA sites. The successful candidate will be the Deputy Site Security Representative (SSR) and Facility Security Officer (FSO) for the site in the absence of the Site Security Manager. The Security Specialist is primarily a strategic, program management role. The work material (e.g., investigations or crisis management) can involve high-level, sensitive matters that require the Security Supervisor’s sound judgment and discretion. Responsibilities will include the following:

• Develops implements, coordinates and maintains security operations plans and processes (in accordance with governing regulations and policies) at the direction of the Site Security Manager. The Security Specialist serves as a subject matter expert on security-related matters to the site.
• Serve as the designated Information Protection Officer (IPO) and responsible for implementing the site’s Information Protection (IP) awareness program to mitigate information loss risks and in compliance with corporate direction.
• Coordinates with the local site’s security team and the broader corporate security team, contracted security provider, internal business and function counterparts, external officials and emergency responders while performing required duties.
• Information Protection: implement information protection strategies to include awareness and training.
• Plan and coordinate turnarounds focused on risk assessment of high volume/short term activities
• Logistics coordinator and weigh master supervisor
• Conduct investigations and demonstrate critical thinking skills.
• Conduct new hire orientation, employee, contractor, and security officer training.

· Assist with various audits, assessments, and compliance inspections. · Assist with establishing site security policies/procedures and ensure compliance. · Attend various external meetings with public/private security and law enforcement partners. · Perform other duties and responsibilities as directed by site security manager. Does this sound like the right job for you? Yes? Then we would like to hear from you…Please click “apply” to get the process started. Our Talent Selection process flow:The resume review process will begin after the position is posted for 2 weeks and will continue until the position is filled. Candidates are selected based on the strength of a resume and of the requirements posted for the position.Selected candidates will be contacted via phone or email to be scheduled for interviews. On average, the recruitment process takes about 90 days from posting a position to extending an offer. Unfortunately, we cannot respond to every submission we receive. We appreciate your understanding in this regard

Qualifications

• Must have a bachelor’s degree or higher degree
• Must have 5 or more years of experience in industrial security operations and services
• Experience in a chemical manufacturing environment in a security role is strongly preferred
• Experience with MTSA regulations, HM232, Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards, or similar regulatory protocols (preferred).
• Must have demonstrated knowledge of security hardware, alarm and video surveillance, access control systems, electronic security issues and safeguards and other security countermeasures
• Experience managing a contracted security guard force a strong plus
• Experience conducting investigations required
• Knowledge of federal and local law enforcement structure laws needed
• Must have a background that would not preclude the granting of a security clearance

• Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to deal effectively with senior level management and to influence others
• Strong written and verbal communication skills required
• Ability to prioritize work and deliver against commitments and timelines
• Certified Protection Professional (CPP) and/or Physical Security Professional (PSP) certification a plus

How to Apply 

https://basf.jobs/north-america-bc/job/Geismar-Security-Specialist-Geismar%2C-LA-LA-70734/55508901/