Transportation Safety & Security Specialist-Security Specialization

Overview

Oversee transit safety and security, applying CPTED, risk assessments, and physical security design.

Key Responsibilities

• security inspections
• threat assessment
• risk analysis
• policy development
• vulnerability analysis
• incident reporting

Tasks

-Researching, analyzing, and evaluating new service delivery methods and techniques. -Maintaining confidentiality and communicating with tact and diplomacy. -Promotes a positive safety and security culture. -Serving as an effective member of teams and working groups that can successfully communicate physical security related concepts to a broad range of technical and non-technical staff. -Conducts scheduled and unscheduled safety and security inspections of Agency facilities and equipment or other public/work site facilities and locations within assigned region to ensure compliance with applicable federal, state and local codes, regulations and guidelines. -Works with agency personnel to identify, evaluate and resolve hazards and risks within Sound Transit facilities and administrative buildings. -Maintain and apply subject matter expertise relating to emerging technology trends, the regional threat landscape, specific adversarial threats/risks, and mitigation strategies. -Assists the Senior Specialist(s) and Manager to perform security reviews of directives, rules and procedures for all modes; and to review train orders, track access, and status of train and facilities operations, as required. Reviews incident statistics and hazard reports to generate remedial recommendations and drafts summaries of any findings for further review and trend analysis. -Work is performed in combination of field work and the standard hybrid office environment. -The Agency promotes a safe and healthy work environment and provides appropriate safety and equipment training for all personnel as required. -Participates on committees or work groups as assigned; attends professional conferences as assigned; maintains awareness of new trends and developments in the safety and security fields. -Supports the Transportation Safety and Security Division with the Threat and Vulnerability Assessment contract; analyze and provide mitigation strategies for identified risks. -Prepares written recommendations and business cases to change and upgrade Sound Transit’s security program based on inspection data and surveys. -Managing multiple tasks, setting objectives/goals, and re-prioritizing as needed. -Administers the Safety and Security Certification process for assigned projects to include but not limited to attending PHA and TVA workshops; verifying safety and security items are included in the certifiable items and auditing the safety and security items prior to operations. -Provides support to oversee systematic security risk activities for all modes at various rail facilities and along the alignments; assists in evaluating and completing each mode’s compliance with the Agency Safety Plan’s safety and security elements; interfaces with staff from other departments on behalf of the Safety Department; and promotes open communications to promote a positive safety culture and partnership with internal and external partners. -Presenting plans and proposals to key personnel. -Retrieving, analyzing, reporting and addressing security vulnerabilities. -Makes recommendations on security policies, procedures and standards for physical security design criteria, physical security systems implementations, maintenance, repair and life cycle management. -Conducts post-incident debriefings, tracking and management of corrective actions, and generates detailed reports and management briefings. -Utilizing personal computer software programs and other relevant software affecting assigned work. -Works with Design, Engineering, and Construction Management personnel regarding project reviews ensuring projects are compatible with security design criteria; Crime Prevention through Environmental Design (CPTED) principles; and the agencies current physical security program. -Position is responsible for testing and inspections in the field; may be subject to bending, climbing, eye/hand coordination, grasping, hearing, sitting, standing, talking, seeing, and walking. -Assists Senior Specialist(s) and the Transportation Safety & Security Manager to develop internal security rules, policies and guidelines; prepares manuals, training outlines and employee standard procedures. -This position will be required to report on site for inspections and safety and security assessment as needed. -It is the responsibility of all employees to follow the Agency safety rules, regulations, and procedures pertaining to their assigned duties and responsibilities, which could include systems, operations, and/or other employees.

Requirements

• cpted
• physical security
• project management
• spreadsheets
• access control
• asis associate

What You Bring

-Systems design, development, documentation, testing, implementation and/or maintenance. -Crime Prevention through Environmental Design (CPTED). -ASIS Certification-Physical Security Professional. -Program/project management techniques and principles. -Modern office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers. -Roles exhibiting a high degree of confidentiality and/or data sensitivity with demonstrated security/safety experience and knowledge, including project planning and implementation. -Computer applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, and statistical databases. -ASIS Certification-Associate Protection Processional. -Principles of Access Control Systems, Alarm Systems (intrusion and duress), Barrier Systems (Fencing, Pedestrian, and Vehicle), Communication Systems (Customer Emergency Stations, Mass Notification, 800Mhz Radio), and Surveillance Systems (CCTV and Lighting). -Responding to inquiries and in effective oral and written communication. -Champions and models Sound Transit's core values and demonstrates values-based behaviors in everyday interactions across the agency.

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Benefits

-Pet Insurance discount. -Compensation Practices: We offer competitive salaries based on market rates and internal equity. In addition to compensation and benefits, you’ll find that we provide work-life balance, opportunities for professional development and recognition from your colleagues. -Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance. -Paid Time Off: Employees accrue 25 days of paid time off annually with increases at four, eight and twelve years of service. Employees at the director level and up accrue additional days. We also observe 12 paid holidays and provide up to 2 paid floating holidays and up to 2 paid volunteer days per year. -Retirement Plans: 401a – 10% of employee contribution with a 12% match by Sound Transit; 457b – up to IRS maximum (employee only contribution). -ORCA Card: All full-time employees will receive an ORCA card at no cost. -Tuition Reimbursement: Sound Transit will pay up to $5,000 annually for approved tuition expenses. -Employee Assistance Program. -Health Benefits: We offer two choices of medical plans, a dental plan, and a vision plan all at no cost for employee coverage; comprehensive benefits for employees and eligible dependents, including a spouse or domestic partner. -Parental Leave: 12 weeks of parental leave for new parents.

About Sound Transit

-Operates an extensive network of light rail, commuter rail, and bus services across the Seattle metro area. -Known for its forward-thinking approach to public transit, focusing on connecting communities and reducing traffic congestion. -Projects include large-scale infrastructure developments, such as the Link light rail extension and Sounder commuter rail improvements. -Funded by a combination of federal, state, and local funding sources, alongside passenger fares. -Recognized for its innovative use of technology to enhance ridership experiences and operational efficiency. -Typical projects include construction of new transit lines, station development, and improving regional transportation networks. -Expanded its reach in recent years, growing services and infrastructure to meet the needs of a rapidly growing population.

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