Physical Security Senior Consultant II - (Remote) - Chicago, IL (60601)

Note: This employer is open to candidates who want to work remote. At Allstate, great things happen when our people work together to protect families and their belongings from lifes 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 Allstate Physical Security mitigates risk in the work environment and provides for a safe and secure workplace throughout the enterprise. The Physical Security Senior Consultant II is an advanced professional responsible for the management and administration of physical security systems and equipment across the Allstate enterprise, to include, but not limited to access control, CCTV/video recording systems, alarm and intelligence monitoring, and communication systems; providing guidance and leadership of the Enterprise Badging Team (vendor); and/or playing a lead role in managing complex and occasionally highly complex activities within the department, as well as designing, programming, and implementing tools used enterprise wide. Key Responsibilities Influence and drive written standards and guidelines for security systems and equipment to ensure operability, reliability, and consistent application of security standards is maintained Direct security bid specifications, including bid review, cost analysis, and providing guidance for approved proposals and installation Influence vendor selection and manage vendor and contract expectations Utilize system database reporting tools to create, modify and maintain customized security reports that meet company, client and regulatory reporting requirements and audits Understand, comply and influence information security, privacy, auditing and sourcing and procurement requirements Lead system-wide quality assurance practices Lead system implementation, upgrades and operationalization initiatives Use expertise to develop junior members of the team Drive technical support and maintenance team priorities Considered an expert in Physical Security solutions and best practices understanding and translating business requirements into solutions. Provide 24x7 system incident triage and support Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Experience 3-5 years of progressive experience in a physical security systems integration or security technology/administrator role Advanced technical, analytical and problem solving skills Advanced knowledge and strong aptitude for physical security systems, applications and equipment/hardware Advanced 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 Ability to travel is required Skills Access Control (AC), Card Access Systems, Physical Security, Physical Security Systems, Risk Analysis, Security Management, Security System Compensation Compensation offered for this role is $70,500.00 - 124,125.00 annually and is based on experience and qualifications. The candidate(s) offered this position will be required to submit to a background investigation. Joining our team isnt just a job its 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. Allstate generally does not sponsor individuals for employment-based visas for this position. Effective July 1, 2014, under Indiana House Enrolled Act (HEA) 1242, it is against public policy of the State of Indiana and a discriminatory practice for an employer to discriminate against a prospective employee on the basis of status as a veteran by refusing to employ an applicant on the basis that they are a veteran of the armed forces of the United States, a member of the Indiana National Guard or a member of a reserve component. 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Therefore, any discriminatory action taken on account of an employees ancestry, age, color, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual and reproductive health decision, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, race (include traits historically associated with race, including, but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles), religion (including religious dress), sex, or sexual orientation that adversely affects an employee's terms or conditions of employment is prohibited. This policy applies to all aspects of the employment relationship, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, salary administration, promotion, job assignment, benefits, discipline, and separation of employment. Interested in working from home? This employer is open to candidates who want to work remote.