Embedded Security Analyst - Dedicated GSOC

Support 24/7 embedded operations in Global Guardian’s dedicated GSOC on-site in Arlington, VA.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day 24/7 GSOC coverage by monitoring mission-critical operations and employee locations in real time.
• Adapt to evolving threats and logistical changes while maintaining situational awareness for team safety.
• Assess flight patterns, hotel locations, high-risk destinations, and transportation options to support traveler risk-reduction strategies.
• Handle routine and emergency calls, including persons in distress, acting as a calm security point of contact.
• Dispatch security officers, facilities, and on-site EMS using telephone and/or radio during security or medical incidents.
• Maintain precise data for security systems maintenance, tracking repairs, problematic devices, and escalating damaged equipment to the Systems Team to ensure end-to-end completion.
• Use mass communication systems to send urgent messages to the Crisis Management Team and operational leaders according to established protocols.
• Respond to, compile, and report details for thefts, alarms, accidents, and other incidents occurring during duty.
• Monitor Closed Circuit Television (CCTV) and escalate threat detections while keeping meticulous alarm tracking records.
• Operate multi-line telephone and radio equipment.
• Escalate critical event information without delay to the shift supervisor, Site Ops Manager, and the GSOC manager.
• Coordinate with third-party security providers, law enforcement, and emergency services to support a unified crisis response.
• For the first six months, likely serve as the single operator, requiring self-reliance, strong organization, and independent execution.
• Provide limited access badge support, including operating digital camera equipment, running badge printer workflows, coordinating badge activation, and supporting distribution of new or replacement badges.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required & Desired Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Security Management, Emergency Management, Criminal Justice, or related field is highly recommended, and/or more than 3 years in emergency management, crisis management, emergency operations centers, or related experience.
• Familiarity with video surveillance, access control, threat intelligence, mass notification, and incident case management systems.
• Exceptional vigilance and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities.
• Ability to work independently and make decisive, well-informed decisions.
• Proven capability handling high-stress situations and de-escalating conflicts.
• Emotional intelligence and awareness to manage high stress with candor.
• Professional certifications such as CPP or PSP (or equivalent) are desirable.
• Familiarity with Everbridge, Ontic, and Microsoft 365 products.

Technology

• Everbridge
• Ontic
• Microsoft 365
• Closed Circuit Television (CCTV)
• Mass communication systems
• Mass notification
• Incident case management systems
• Multi-line telephone
• Radio
• Digital camera equipment
• Badge printer

Schedule & Work Setup

• Full-time, in-person role located in Arlington, VA.
• Salaried, exempt professional position.
• Shift schedule; GSOC operates approximately 24/7.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• Exposure to stressful situations, including challenging individuals or high-alert security issues.
• Exposure to sensitive and confidential information.
• Regular computer usage.
• Frequent sitting and standing.

Global Guardian Values

• Hyper-responsive
• Find a way to “yes”
• Do what we say
• Work as a team

Salary: USD 65,000 - 72,800 per year.

Minimum Experience: 3 years.

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Security Management, Emergency Management, Criminal Justice, or a related field.