Global Risk Specialist; GRS
Listed on 2026-01-13
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Security
Security Manager, IT Specialist
Location: New York
Global Risk Specialist (GRS)
During incidents, the GRS collaborates with Global Security and cross‑functional teams to gather, validate, and communicate critical information, enabling informed decision‑making and effective risk mitigation.
We help make your world a safer place.
Securitas is a global company that offers the most advanced and sustainable security solutions in the industry. We are located in 47 countries and have 355,000 employees worldwide and over 150,000 clients.
Securitas plays an essential role for our clients and in society. The Global Risk Specialist (GRS) position helps maintain a safe and secure environment for our clients by providing centrally managed law enforcement radio monitoring with event logging and recording, alarm monitoring of intrusion detection systems, and emergency dispatch, incident reporting and analysis, and remote alarm panel programming.
We are driven by a clear corporate culture and purpose, which helps us live according to our values of Integrity, Vigilance, and Helpfulness. These values are at the heart of our culture, help define who we are and guide our actions.
Our Global Risk Specialist (GRS) positions are highly sought after. If you have experience in roles like Call Center Representative, Dispatch or Camera Monitoring this is a great fit for you; if not, this is an exciting introduction to a career in the security industry.
Threat Monitoring & Assessment- Continuously monitor and assess threats to global operations using proprietary and open‑source intelligence.
- Prepare accurate, concise, and timely communications on issues affecting sites, travelers, supply chains, and business units.
- Produce weekly threat assessments and ad‑hoc intelligence reports.
- Monitor critical assets and initiate response actions during emergencies.
- Provide real‑time notifications and support crisis management protocols.
- Maintain awareness of executive leadership travel and related risks.
- Disseminate intelligence to relevant stakeholders, ensuring clarity and actionable insights.
- Conduct daily shift briefings and coordinate handovers with the company’s Resilience Center in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
- Triage and elevate inquiries to appropriate internal parties.
- Deliver trip briefings to international travelers.
- Escalate travel‑related incidents to regional security and relevant partners for follow‑up.
- Maintain proficiency with mass notification platforms, travel tracking, mapping systems, and other security tools.
- Utilize video management and access control systems for incident reviews.
- Leverage social media research and analysis to support internal threat investigations.
- Other taskings as assigned.
- Education & Experience – Bachelor’s degree preferred, or 5+ years of relevant experience in military, law enforcement, or corporate security.
- Prior experience as an intelligence analyst is highly desirable.
- Technical Proficiency – Skilled in Microsoft Office 365 (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) and open‑source research.
- Experience with data visualization and mapping platforms.
- Proficient with social media platforms (X, Instagram, Facebook).
- Core Competencies – Strong organizational, written, and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to rapidly assess information, recall procedures, and initiate actions under pressure (“think on your feet”).
- Demonstrated integrity, teamwork, respect for people, and customer focus.
The GRS plays a critical role in the company’s global resilience and security posture.
Are you interested in being part of our Team?
- Apply quickly and efficiently online.
- Interview from the convenience of your own home.
- Weekly pay.
- Competitive benefits.
- Flexible schedules.
- Occasional overtime & weekend coverage.
With over 80 years of protecting the things that matter, we’ve seen more than most. That’s why Securitas is the partner of choice for companies and an employer of choice for candidates worldwide.
EEO StatementSecuritas is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other applicable legally protected characteristic.
Benefits- Retirement plan.
- Employer‑provided medical and dental coverage.
- Company‑paid life insurance.
- Voluntary life and disability insurance.
- Employee assistance plan.
- Securitas Saves discount program.
- Paid holidays.
- Paid time away from work.
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