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Security and Preparedness Technology Professional

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Washington, D.C., USA
Full-time

Oversees the tools (technological resources) that support the security and preparedness, which is a seamless technology extension and includes customer relationships, vendor management, strategy, roadmap, execution, and operations

Areas of Responsibility: 

Manages and administers tools that support security and preparedness

  • Employee preparedness/safety smartphone application) (LiveSafe
  • Emergency notification systems (ENS) (Everbridge and Alertus)
  • Business Continuity Planning Software (Catalyst)
  • Satellite phone contingency program (Satellite Phones)
  • Geospatial analysis tools (Google Earth, ArcGIS)
  • Automated intelligence gathering and dissemination resources (NC4)
  • Business traveler advisories and disruptions (Travel Inc./People Track Assist)
  • Security monitoring, surveillance, and access control systems (Genetec, CCure, Kastle, Datawatch, D3)

For each of the tools listed above, the position is responsible for the following:

  • Oversee the technology implementation strategy, roadmap, and enhancement of end-user experience
  • Ensure that tools meet the business’ desired goals and objectives
  • Develop and maintain tool policies and processes
  • Manage awareness and communications strategies to promote the tools
  • Develop and facilitate training to system administrators and end-users
  • Vendor management, budgeting, and invoicing
  • System maintenance and testing
  • Continuous improvement
  • Conduct market/industry research and develop business cases for new technological enhancements that cut costs, improve efficiencies, and/or reduce risks

Perform other duties, as assigned

Educational Background: 
Completion of a Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Business Risk Management, or a related field
Skills/Experience: 
  • At least 10 years of experience working in security operations, technology, risk management, or business continuity programs.  Business continuity, risk management, physical security, and/or emergency management-related experience and certifications are a desired plus.
  • Highly computer literate and proficient using Microsoft Office products.
  • Adept at implementing and maintaining the full lifecycle of technology and applications.
  • Ability to work independently and within a team, meet deadlines, and be detailed oriented.
  • Have strong interpersonal and excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong organizational skills, with a positive, high-energy attitude.
  • Ability to perceive and analyze problems and a capacity to recommend and implement sound decisions.
  • Forward thinker, with the ability to implement tools while forecasting future needs of the organization.
  • Occasional travel.
Compensation/Benefits: 

AARP offers competitive benefits with a 401K, 100% company funded pension plan, health, dental, vision and life insurance, STD/LTD, paid vacation and sick, and other benefits.

Organization Info

AARP

Overview
Headquarters: 
Washington, DC, United States
Founded: 
1967
About Us
Mission: 

AARP is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for all as we age. AARP champions positive social change and delivers value through advocacy, information, and service. AARP's vision is a society in which everyone lives with dignity and purpose, and fulfills their goals and dreams.

Listing Stats

Post Date: 
Aug 30 2019
Active Until: 
Sep 30 2019
Hiring Organization: 
AARP
industry: 
Nonprofit