Physical Security Specialist - Northrim Building-Onsite position

Employee Benefits:

• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance, including FSA (Flex Spending Account)
• Paid Time Off to include select paid holidays
• Retirement Benefits with generous 401K match

Some Other Favorite Employee Benefits Include

Paid Parental Leave, Education Assistance, Employee Assistance Program, Employee Wellness Program and much more!

Pay is depending on experience. Minimum is $58,963.78 annually, $2,267.83 bi-weekly

NOW HIRING: Physical Security Specialist
Join Our Mission to Protect What Matters Most!

Are you the kind of person who walks into a room and instantly notices all the exits? Do you thrive on staying five steps ahead, spotting potential risks before anyone else sees them? If you're passionate about creating safer spaces and love the idea of safeguarding a community-focused bank, we want you on our team!

We're looking for an energetic, knowledgeable, and solutions-driven Physical Security Specialist to lead the charge in building and managing a top-tier security program across our multiple bank locations. If you're ready to be the go-to expert in all things physical security and make a real impact every day this role is calling your name.

What You'll Do (AKA Your Mission)

You will be the mastermind behind our physical security program, ensuring the safety of our customers, employees, and assets. From high-tech surveillance systems to rock-solid security policies, you'll shape and manage it all. Expect to:

• Design, implement, and elevate our comprehensive security policies, procedures, and training programs.

• Conduct risk assessments and site inspections spot vulnerabilities, propose fixes, and keep our locations one step ahead of trouble.

• Oversee physical security systems including alarms, access control, and surveillance your domain, your standards.

• Lead vendor relationships, negotiate contracts, and manage budgets like a pro.

• Respond to incidents, coordinate investigations, and report key findings to senior leadership.

• Deliver impactful security training that empowers staff and contractors.

• Manage key control systems and maintain accurate logs.

• Collaborate with law enforcement and regulators when investigations or compliance needs arise.

• Prepare insightful reports on security trends, incidents, and program effectiveness.

• Support emergency response and business continuity planning your calm leadership shines when it counts.

• Lead Safety Committee meetings and help us stay ahead of emerging threats.

• Complete compliance training and jump into additional duties when needed.

What You Bring to the Table

Education

• High school diploma (required). Bachelor's in Criminal Justice, Security Management, or related field (preferred).

• Bonus points for security or law enforcement training.

Experience

• 8+ years in security, with at least 3 years in a financial or multi-site environment.

• Experience leading physical security programs for large organizations = major plus.

• Military experience may substitute for education or work background.

Certifications

• Valid driver's license required.

• CPP, PSP, or CFE certifications? We love to see it.

Skills That Make You Shine

• Deep understanding of bank security regulations (Bank Protection Act, etc.).

• Strong grasp of physical security tech, systems, and best practices.

• Excellent communicator comfortable talking to anyone from front-line staff to law enforcement.

• Analytical, organized, self-directed, and able to juggle multiple priorities.

• Tech-savvy with MS Office and security management software.

What It's Like to Work Here

• Work in a professional office environment with moderate noise levels.

• Some on-call coverage is required but you already expected that, right?

• Help protect a community-first bank where your expertise truly makes a difference.

Ready to Make an Impact?

If you're motivated, detail-oriented, and excited to develop a physical security program that sets the bar high, we'd love to meet you. Step into a role where every day brings new challenges-and real opportunities to keep people safe.

Apply today and become the guardian of our community bank!

Full Time, Exempt

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Northrim Bank is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Northrim Bank does not discriminate in employment based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, pregnancy, parenthood, marital status, changes in marital status, genetic information or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.