Black & Veatch
Overland Park, KS
About the job
Together, we own our company, our future, and our shared success. As an employee-owned company, our people are Black & Veatch. We put them at the center of everything we do and empower them to grow, explore new possibilities and use their diverse talents and perspectives to solve humanity's biggest challenges in an ever-evolving world. With over 100 years of innovation in sustainable infrastructure and our expertise in engineering, procurement, consulting and construction, together we are building a world of difference.
Company : Black & Veatch Corporation
Req Id : 114536
Opportunity Type : Staff
Relocation eligible : No
Full time/Part time : Full-Time
Project Only Hire : No
Visa Sponsorship Available: No
Why Black & Veatch? Black & Veatch allows you to lend your talent and perspective to humanity’s biggest challenges in a flexible environment where you are empowered to grow and explore new possibilities. We offer competitive compensation, 401k match and benefits that start day one.
Our hybrid environment allows you to balance your work and personal life. At Black & Veatch, you own your career with purpose and meaning. You are empowered to grow and explore new possibilities at every step of your career journey. Bring your big ideas knowing you are safe to be who you are and speak up with concerns or questions and put your diverse talents and perspectives to use.
The Opportunity the Security Operations Specialist supports the organization’s Global / Corporate Security function by assisting with executive protection activities, managing contract security services, maintaining and improving physical security procedures, and conducting threat, vulnerability, and risk assessments (TVRAs). This role works closely with internal stakeholders, including Human Resources, Facilities, Legal, Safety, and business leadership, to reduce risk to personnel, facilities, and operations. Periodic domestic and international travel may be required.
This position is well suited for a security professional transitioning from operational or field roles into a broader corporate security and risk management environment.
Key Responsibilities
• Security Operations & Programs
• Support the Executive Protection (EP) program, including advance support, site assessments, coordination with internal and external partners, and administrative program upkeep.
• Assist in the development, review, and periodic update of physical security policies, procedures, and post orders to ensure alignment with organizational standards and risk posture.
• Support incident response activities related to physical security, workplace violence concerns, and protective operations, including documentation and after action reviews.
• Contract Security Management
• Assist with oversight of contract security providers, including guard force operations, performance monitoring, and compliance with post orders and service expectations.
• Participate in site reviews, inspections, and audits of contract security services to ensure consistency and effectiveness.
• Coordinate with vendors and internal stakeholders on security coverage changes, special events, and emerging risks.
• Threat, Vulnerability, and Risk Assessment
• Conduct or support physical security assessments and Threat, Vulnerability, and Risk Assessments (TVRAs) for offices, facilities, and project locations.
• Identify gaps in physical, procedural, or operational controls and recommend practical mitigation measures based on risk.
• Support maintenance of risk, threat, and asset documentation and registers where applicable.
• Internal Liaison & HR Support
• Liaise with Human Resources on security related matters, including employee terminations, restraining orders, workplace concerns, and sensitive employee issues.
• Provide security input to HR led processes involving employee safety, misconduct investigations, or threat management.
• Collaborate with Facilities, IT, Safety, Legal, and business leaders to ensure coordinated security planning and response.
• Reporting, Documentation & Training
• Prepare clear written reports, assessments, and briefings for security leadership and internal partners.
• Assist with development or delivery of basic security awareness, workplace violence prevention, or procedural training as assigned.
• Maintain accurate records related to assessments, incidents, and security program activities.
• Intelligence Analysis
• Support security intelligence activities by collecting, analyzing, and synthesizing information from internal reporting, open source, and trusted external sources to identify emerging threats and trends.
• Produce clear, actionable intelligence inputs to support threat, vulnerability, and risk assessments (TVRAs), executive protection planning, and security decision making.
• Assist in preparing security advisories, briefings, and written assessments for security leadership and internal stakeholders, translating complex threat information into practical risk implications.
• Maintain situational awareness of geopolitical, criminal, activist, and insider related risks that may impact personnel, facilities, travel, or operations, and escalate concerns as appropriate.
• Teamwork, Communication & Cultural Effectiveness
• Demonstrates strong teamwork and collaboration skills, working effectively with Global Security colleagues, internal partners, and external stakeholders to achieve shared security objectives.
• Communicates clearly and professionally in both written and verbal formats, tailoring messages to technical and non-technical audiences and supporting informed decision making.
• Works effectively across diverse cultures, nationalities, and regional norms, demonstrating cultural awareness and adaptability in global security operations and engagements.
Management Responsibilities Individual Contributor
Preferred Qualifications
• Familiarity with corporate environments, global operations, or EPC / industrial settings.
• Exposure to workplace violence prevention, insider risk, or employee safety programs.
• Relevant certifications or progress toward certification (e.g., ASIS CPP, PSP, APP, or similar).
• Foreign Language proficiency is a plus.
Minimum Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in security management, criminal justice, emergency management, risk management, or a related field or equivalent professional experience.
• 3–7 years of experience in physical security, corporate security, military, law enforcement, or protective services roles.
• Working knowledge of physical security principles, access control, guard force operations, and risk assessment concepts.
• Strong English speaking and writing skills required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally across all organizational levels.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment, discretion, and professionalism when handling sensitive or confidential matters.
Work Environment/Physical Demands
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally on an as needed basis.
• Willingness to work occasional non standard hours in support of incidents, executive travel, or special events.
• All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations.
Our comprehensive benefits portfolio is a key component of this commitment and offers an array of health care benefits including but not limited to medical, dental and vision insurances along with disability and a robust wellness program.
To support a healthy work-life balance, we offer flexible work schedules, paid vacation and holiday time, sick time, and dependent sick time.
A variety of additional benefits are available to our professionals, including a company-matched 401k plan, adoption reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, vendor discounts, an employment referral program, AD&D insurance, pre-taxed accounts, voluntary legal plan and the B&V Credit Union. Professionals may also be eligible for a performance-based bonus program.
Apply Online
https://careers.bv.com/job/Overland-Park-Security-Operations-Specialist-KS-66062/1387112033/
07-May-2026