Hybrid Physical Security Specialist

at Control Risks

• Job title: Physical Security Specialist
• Job type: Contract
• Experience level: Mid level, Senior
• Salary: Not specified
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Seoul, South Korea

About the role

• Physical Security Specialist managing corporate security operations for a global media company in South Korea. Leading security projects, vendor management, and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Managing the day-to-day security operations at corporate locations in Korea.
• Drive multiple security projects effectively, including managing key performance indicators, vendor management, and quality control. This will often include liaising with other members of the Enterprise Security or Environmental Health and Safety team to ensure project alignment.
• Where necessary, contextualize and add regional-specific vigor to global programs to further optimize overall program delivery.
• Develop key relationships with corporate real estate teams, landlords, and third-party security vendors, ensuring cohesion across the site’s security and safety functions.
• Develop bespoke training packages in support of the existing guard force.
• Implementation of site incident management procedures.
• Support and liaise with the Environmental Health & Safety/Workplace teams to ensure all EHS standards are maintained across all facilities.
• Ensuring effective communication and reporting to the North East Asia Security Operations Lead, and work towards the standards set by the wider security team.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in corporate security and operational management.
• Bilingual proficiency in Korean and English.
• Bachelor’s degree required.
• General understanding of security systems (cameras, card readers, radios, etc.).
• General understanding of incident response and crisis management.
• A team player with the ability to supervise multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Access to high-quality vendors, production support staff contacts.
• Ability to respond after hours to important, timely, or urgent matters.
• Ability to be discreet and handle confidential information.
• Proficiency in Google Docs, Sheets, Gmail, GDrive, MS Word, and Excel.
• Understanding of how to prioritize and respond accordingly.
• Willingness to continuously learn and ensure understanding of the client's enterprise security approach and culture.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Willingness to take educated risks and think innovatively.