Regional Security Operations Specialist

Job Category

Environmental, Health, Safety & Security
Tesla is seeking an engaging and professional security champion to support the ongoing growth of the organization’s security program.

Reporting to the Regional Security Manager, the Regional Security Operations Specialist will manage physical security operations at all Tesla facilities within a defined geographical area of responsibility. The ideal candidate has a bias for action, is trustworthy, and consistently demonstrates excellence.
Working with minimal supervision, they will regularly interface with key stakeholders and provide security direction toward continuously reducing security risks at Tesla’s business locations. The position may have direct reports based on the needs of the organization.
This is a regional role based in Austin, TX and will require about 25-35% travel
What to Expect

Tesla is seeking an engaging and professional security champion to support the ongoing growth of the organization’s security program.

Reporting to the Regional Security Manager, the Regional Security Operations Specialist will manage physical security operations at all Tesla facilities within a defined geographical area of responsibility. The ideal candidate has a bias for action, is trustworthy, and consistently demonstrates excellence.
Working with minimal supervision, they will regularly interface with key stakeholders and provide security direction toward continuously reducing security risks at Tesla’s business locations. The position may have direct reports based on the needs of the organization.
This is a regional role based in Austin, TX and will require about 25-35% travel
What You’ll Do

Practice a customer service mindset in driving a culture of security awareness across the business. Act as the direct location(s) security point of contact for internal and external purposes
Coordinate with cross-functional business partners to proactively identify, mitigate and manage operational risks
Coordinate and manage responses to incidents as needed to address threats directed towards any staff, physical assets, or operations
Manage security spends and drive cost efficiencies to support a financiallysustainable security practice including collaboration with team members and managing vendor relationships toward this goal
Report and analyze all established security metrics, addressing improvement areas. Provide first-line supervision, mentoring and leadership of security staff
Foster security awareness by preparing, conducting or coordinating security training courses, site risk assessments, or other informational campaigns
Support initiatives to strengthen external partnerships with local and state law enforcement, federal agencies, third party vendors and community organizations
What You’ll Bring

Strong training and instructor experience is a plus
5+ years of experience in physical security, risk management, loss prevention, emergency preparedness or law enforcement
Must be able to obtain a security license, hold a valid driver’s license, travel as required and have flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, formal training in verbalde-escalation preferred
Former law enforcement, military, emergency operations highly desired
Working knowledge and oversight of various security systems and technologies. Hands-on experience coordinating and leading training events in a corporate setting
Demonstrated ability to lead emergency operations as well as able to manage stress and respond quickly to security, safety, and sensitive situations

Compensation and Benefits

Benefits
Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:
Aetna PPO and HSA plans > 2 medical plan options with $0 payroll deduction
Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contribution
Company Paid (Health Savings Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna medical plan with HSA
Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
LGBTQ+ care concierge services
401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits
Company paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions), and Paid Holidays
Back-up childcare and parenting support resources
Voluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insurance
Weight Loss and Tobacco Cessation Programs
Tesla Babies program
Commuter benefits
Employee discounts and perks program

Tesla is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
Tesla is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process.
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