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GardaWorld
GSOC Security Officer - Surveillance
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What they do
A Surveillance Officer or Investigator uses surveillance tools and techniques to investigate a case for a private client. May follow an individual or watch a home or office site and use cameras, binoculars or GPS technology for surveillance
$55,455 / year median in California
+2% projected growth
Job Description
GardaWorld Security Services is Now Hiring a Surveillance Security Officer! Ready to suit up as a Global Security Operations Center Operator? What matters most about a role like this is your sharp eye, capturing every detail as you scan a series of screens. Tell us about your strong observation skills with attention to detail. As a Security Operator
- Surveillance, you will be the person spotting threats before they escalate in environments such as a security operations centers, call centers, parking gatehouses, etc.
Site Location:
San Diego, CA Schedule:
40 hours per week, Saturday- Wednesday / 2pm-10:30pm Competitive hourly wage of $29.
Responsibilities of Surveillance Security Operator Real-Time Surveillance & Detection:
Monitor integrated security systems, including CCTV and Access Control (Symmetry/Proxyclick), to proactively identify security breaches, life-safety threats, or facility anomalies.Global Incident Coordination:
Act as the central "Air Traffic Control" during emergencies. You will dispatch local security teams, coordinate with emergency services (911), and provide clear instructions to employees during medical emergencies or active threats.Fusion Center Operations:
Operate within an integrated intelligence-sharing framework aligned with the Fusion Center Model, facilitating real-time collaboration between internal security teams, law enforcement partners, and government agencies. Aggregate, analyze, and disseminate threat intelligence across physical and digital domains to enable proactive, all-hazards risk mitigation for Intuit's global footprint.Threat Intelligence & OSINT:
Utilize Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT) tools (e.g., Dataminr, Ontic) to monitor geopolitical unrest, weather events, and travel risks that could impact Intuit's global workforce or supply chain.Crisis Communications:
Execute mass notification protocols (Everbridge) to deliver timely, accurate safety alerts to thousands of employees and C-suite stakeholders during critical events.Digital-Physical Convergence:
Support investigations by auditing access logs and video footage to protect against unauthorized physical access to sensitive data centers and labs.Behavioral Threat Assessment Quality:
Ensure the accurate and reliable application of formal behavioral models, such as the Workplace Assessment of Violence Risk (WAVR-21), to guarantee inter-rater reliability and defensible risk assessments in all insider threat and path-to-violence cases.Detailed Documentation:
Maintain high-standard shift logs and draft comprehensive Incident Reports that provide actionable data for the Global Security leadership team.System Health Advocacy:
Perform routine "virtual patrols" and system checks to ensure all security hardware and software are functioning at 100% capacity. Qualifications of a Surveillance Operator Be authorized to work in the U.S.Experience :
2+ years in a GSOC, emergency dispatch (911), corporate security, or military/law enforcement operations center.Education :
High school diploma required; Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, International Relations, or Emergency Management highly preferred.Technical Aptitude :
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office 365. Demonstrated experience with Enterprise Security Risk Management (ESRM) software, preferred.Communication Excellence :
Ability to distill complex, high-pressure situations into calm, concise verbal and written briefs for executive leadership.Adaptability :
Must be comfortable working in a 24/7 environment. This role requires high "situational awareness" and the ability to pivot between mundane tasks and high-stress emergencies instantly.Certifications :
CPR/First Aid/AED Strong report writing skills Sharp visual activity and exceptional concentration skills Strong proficiency with technology If you have Security, Military, Law Enforcement experience- even better!
Surveillance Operator Platform Expertise :
Direct experience with Symmetry, Exacqvision, Proxyclick, Ontic, and Everbridge.Analytical Tools :
Familiarity with data visualization tools to track security trends.Fusion Center Familiarity :
Experience working with or alongside a federal, state, or corporate fusion center. Understanding of the "all-crimes, all-hazards" fusion center methodology and information-sharing protocols (e.g., 28 CFR Part 23) is a strong differentiator. WAVR-21 certification preferred In the United States, GardaWorld Security remains the only guarding security company to be Certified by Great Place to Work . Apply today- this could be more than a job! 26% of our corporate employees started as frontline workers. If you're ambitious with an entrepreneurial spirit
- someone who wants to be a GardaWorld Ambassador
- a promising career awaits you!