Physical Security Risk & Policy Architect

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Massachusetts.

📋 Description

• Oversee the creation, assessment, and ongoing enhancement of security policies and risk assessment initiatives.

• Collaborate daily with client stakeholders, security leadership, and operational teams.

• Detect vulnerabilities and assess associated risks.

• Formulate policies that bolster security posture.

• Perform security risk evaluations for clients in challenging environments.

• Assist clients in sectors such as Financial Services, Bio-Tech, Critical Infrastructure, Higher Education, and Technology & Cloud Infrastructure.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Security Management, Risk Management, Criminal Justice, Emergency Management, a related field, or equivalent professional experience preferred.

• A minimum of 5 years of practical experience in conducting security risk assessments and developing security policies for enterprise or institutional settings.

• Relevant certification(s) such as CPP, PSP, CISSP, or other acknowledged security or risk management credentials preferred.

• Experience in security design and physical security system specification is advantageous.

• Strong understanding of regulatory and compliance frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001, ASIS standards) pertinent to physical security.

• Comprehensive knowledge of threat and vulnerability assessment methodologies, security audits, and gap analysis.

• Familiarity with Office 365 and enterprise risk management or GRC platforms.

• Proven ability to manage multiple client engagements, assessment timelines, and deadlines with precision and composure.

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills - capable of translating technical complexities for non-technical stakeholders.

• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a collaborative, distributed team.

• Preference for candidates located in the Boston metro area.

• Willingness to travel to client sites as necessary for assessments and site visits.

🏝️ Benefits

• ADRM pays 100% of health, dental, and vision insurance premiums for team members and their dependents.

• Comprehensive 401(k) plan with a generous company match and profit-sharing opportunities.

• Opportunities for professional growth.

• Promotion from within the organization.

• An inclusive environment where every team member can contribute and develop.