Physical Security Consultant I - (Chicago/Charlotte/Dallas)

At Allstate, great things happen when our people work together to protect families and their belongings from life's uncertainties. And for more than 90 years, our innovative drive has kept us a step ahead of our customers' evolving needs. From advocating for seat belts, air bags and graduated driving laws, to being an industry leader in pricing sophistication, telematics, and, more recently, device and identity protection.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Provide guidance and deliver ongoing training and support to contract security badging staff, and site security and contacts

• Develop, and maintain operational and compliance reports to support business objectives

• Conduct regular audits of badging operations to ensure accuracy and compliance

• Coordinate with local government agencies to meet permitting and regulatory requirements

• Identify, clarify, and resolve complex issues within the physical security administration team

• Influence and collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders, recognizing varying needs and motivations

• Communicate clearly and professionally across multiple internal levels

• Demonstrate proficiency with Windows operating systems and Microsoft Office applications

• Experience with data visualization tools such as Power BI and Tableau preferred

• Experience with administration of Access Control, Network Video and Visitor Management systems

• Ability to track progress across teams and positively influence adherence to timelines

• Effective communicator with the ability to deliver concise briefings to management

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Experience

• 3-5 years of progressive experience in a physical security systems integration or security technology/administrator role

• Strong technical, analytical and problem solving skills

• Knowledge of and strong aptitude for physical security systems, applications and equipment/hardware

• Knowledge of networking, database architecture, reporting, personal computers, Windows, MS Office, and internet

• Strong written and oral communication skills

• Ability to drive business and security solutioning discussions and influence outcomes

• Influencer with ability to multi-task, problem solve and lead cross-functional team initiatives

• This position prefers candidates to be located in the Chicago, IL, Dallas, TX, or Charlotte, NC metro areas. The role follows a hybrid schedule, with office attendance in one of these locations on a recurring basis.

• Ability to travel is required

Skills

Compensation

The candidate(s) offered this position will be required to submit to a background investigation.

Joining our team isn't just a job - it's an opportunity. One that takes your skills and pushes them to the next level. One that encourages you to challenge the status quo. One where you can shape the future of protection while supporting causes that mean the most to you. Joining our team means being part of something bigger - a winning team making a meaningful impact.

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