Sr. Specialist, Security Operations (Physical Security)

Location: Onsite in Salt Lake City, Utah, United States. Standard 9/80 schedule with every other Friday off; travel up to 5% and occasional evening support may be required.

Company

hirify.global develops defense technology and end-to-end solutions connecting space, air, land, sea, and cyber domains for national security missions.

What you will do

• Support the development, implementation, and enforcement of physical and operational security standards for facilities, construction, renovations, and upgrades.
• Inspect, test, and verify security equipment, intrusion detection systems, access control systems, and other protective technologies; document findings and resolve discrepancies.
• Maintain complete, accurate, and audit-ready security documentation and records for regulatory reviews and inspections.
• Provide escort support in sensitive or classified areas and assist with compliance activities, audits, system configuration, and incident response.
• Partner with Facilities, contractors, IT, regulators, and other stakeholders to incorporate security requirements into site operations and construction projects.
• Respond to alarms, incidents, and emergent situations; support investigations, corrective actions, research into applicable standards, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and at least 6 years of related experience, or a graduate degree and at least 2 years of related experience; in lieu of a degree, at least 8 years of related experience.
• Active Top Secret U.S. security clearance is required at the time of hire.
• Strong English communication skills, written and verbal, with excellent interpersonal and cross-functional communication abilities.
• Ability to research, interpret, and apply complex security policies, standards, and regulations with sound judgment, discretion, diplomacy, and confidentiality.
• Ability to work a standard business schedule with occasional evening support for urgent or emergent needs.
• Ability to move throughout a large corporate campus, stand for up to one hour at a time, lift up to 50 pounds, climb ladders, bend, perform physical inspections, and complete basic equipment maintenance.

Nice to have

• Experience with IC Tech Spec for ICD/ICS 705, 32 CFR Part 117 (NISPOM), and UL 2050.
• Experience supporting construction security planning, facility accreditations, or renovation and upgrade projects in classified environments.
• Knowledge of standards and best practices for protecting classified information, systems, and facilities.
• Experience with video monitoring, access control, intrusion detection, and Microsoft Office.
• Familiarity with IT network configurations, system connectivity, and safeguards related to physical security systems.
• Relevant certifications such as CPP, PSP, ISP, or PSC.
• Technical aptitude, adaptability, professional growth orientation, and familiarity with physical construction methods and security compliance requirements.
• Spanish language proficiency.

Culture & Benefits

• Inclusive, engaging environment focused on professional growth, work-life success, communities, and excellence.
• Cross-functional work with Security, Facilities, IT, regulators, contractors, and corporate stakeholders.
• 9/80 schedule with every other Friday off.
• Equal opportunity, drug-free workplace with pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks where permitted by law.
• Positions may require security investigations and eligibility for access to classified information; security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens.