Physical Security Technologies Specialist

Job Description Summary

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

• Execute and support the enterprise physical security technology strategy across GE Vernova locations globally.

• Lead and support the deployment of new physical security technologies and the continuous improvement of existing systems and platforms.

• Ensure physical security systems comply with applicable local, regional, and global regulatory and compliance requirements.

• Support the digitization and modernization of security platforms including access control, video surveillance, intrusion detection, identity management, and AI-enabled analytics.

• Apply AI and computer vision technologies responsibly to enhance detection, situational awareness, and operational efficiency while adhering to governance and privacy expectations.

• Develop, maintain, and improve project, program, and operational management trackers, dashboards, and reporting tools.

• Develop and maintain technical security documentation including standards, requirements, technical guidance, SOPs, and approved manufacturer lists in alignment with the GE Vernova EHSS Management System.

• Serve as a technical Subject Matter Expert for physical security technologies, providing guidance and support to Regional Security Directors and site leadership.

• Partner with Regional Security, Project Management, Digital Technology, and Sourcing to design security systems, identify gaps, and recommend site hardening and risk mitigation measures.

• Represent GE Vernova Security in technical engagements with security OEMs, system integrators, and technology partners.

• Support sourcing activities including technical evaluations, Master Service Agreement reviews, and supplier performance assessments.

• Review project RFPs and conduct technical risk assessments to evaluate solution viability, scalability, and lifecycle risk.

• Conduct technical vendor vetting and manufacturer approval processes aligned with enterprise standards and cybersecurity expectations.

Required Experience and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or international equivalent experience, or substantial professional experience in physical security systems deployment and management.

• Significant hands-on experience executing physical security technology programs within large, complex, global organizations.

• Demonstrated ability to self-manage priorities and drive performance in a fast-paced, globally distributed environment.

• Proven experience designing, deploying, and supporting access control, video surveillance, intrusion detection, and related physical security systems.

• Demonstrated experience working across multi-vendor and multi-technology security environments.

• Strong technical troubleshooting, diagnostic, and problem-solving capabilities across security systems, IT, and networked environments.

• Working knowledge of cybersecurity fundamentals including secure system design, network segmentation, and identity management.

• Experience working in cloud-based and enterprise IT environments, including system integrations and data flows.

• Solid understanding of network technologies, architectures, and implementation practices relevant to security systems.

• Demonstrated knowledge of global security systems regulations, standards, and compliance requirements.

• Proven track record of delivering complex, multi-site, global projects within a matrixed organization.

• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to establish credibility across all organizational levels.

• Willingness and ability to travel approximately 40% of the time.

• Professional certifications such as Genetec, Milestone, Lenel, Axis, Avigilon, PSP, PMP, CISSP, CSPM, CompTIA+, ITIL, or equivalent are preferred.

Desired Characteristics

• Experience applying analytics, automation, and workflow optimization to physical security or adjacent technical domains.

• Hands-on experience with AI-enabled security technologies such as video analytics, computer vision, and automated alerting.

• Familiarity with AI governance concepts including data quality, privacy, bias awareness, and ethical use of automated security systems.

• Experience supporting or operating in OT/IT convergence environments or critical infrastructure settings.

• Ability to independently identify emerging risks, technology gaps, or operational inefficiencies and recommend practical mitigations.

• Experience organizing, coordinating, and influencing work across remote sites and cross-functional teams.

• Exposure to vendor performance management and continuous improvement within global sourcing or procurement frameworks.

• AutoCAD, Visio, or equivalent.

• Project management experience

Why GE Vernova

GE Vernova operates at the center of the global energy transition, with assets and operations critical to energy systems worldwide. This role offers a rare opportunity to shape enterprise security, crisis leadership, and resilience at scale—ensuring the company can operate safely, reliably, and decisively in an increasingly complex world.

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