Mid-Level Physical Security Professional
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Career Area: Business Services Job Description: Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc. When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities.
We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it. The Mid-Level Security Professional is responsible for implementing and managing corporate security programs that safeguard employees, facilities, and assets.
This role combines operational execution, risk assessment, and technology enablement to ensure a secure and compliant environment. The position supports executive protection, incident response, emergency and operational planning, and vendor oversight, while collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to continuously improve security posture
What You Will Do
- Manage day-to-day security operations, including executive protection, residential security, event and trip security and digital protection.
- Conduct risk assessments, vulnerability analyses
- operational security reviews to identify mitigation strategies Lead and support operational planning, logistics and transportation planning, incident response,
- reporting, ensuring accurate documentation and root cause analysis Partner with Facilities, HR, Legal
- Corporate Security stakeholders to ensure compliance with corporate policies and regulatory requirements Oversee third-party security vendors, ensuring SLA adherence and performance standards Collect and use data to write senior executive level reports, plans, decision briefs and business cases.
- Implement and maintain security technologies and digital protection services Develop and deliver security training programs for employees Support business continuity and emergency response planning, including drills and tabletop exercises Analyze security data and produce reports to drive continuous improvement and risk mitigation Ensure alignment with corporate governance, audit standards
- safety protocols What You Will Bring: 3–6+ years of experience in corporate security, law enforcement, military
- security operations Strong knowledge of industry security standards
- security technologies Experience conducting complex security operations, incident response
- report writing Ability to perform risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies Vendor management and contract security oversight experience Strong communication, documentation
- stakeholder engagement skills Proficiency with security systems software, reporting tools
- Microsoft Office Suite Understanding of regulatory compliance, safety standards
- corporate policies High level of integrity, discretion
- situational awareness Top Candidates Will Have: Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice, Security Management
- related field Experience leading cross-functional teams Professional certifications such as CPP (ASIS), PSP
- similar Experience in enterprise or Fortune 500 environments Knowledge of business continuity planning and crisis management frameworks Familiarity with security risk frameworks and audit processes Experience supporting multi-site or regional security operations Strong data analytics and reporting capabilities Additional Info: The primary location for this role is Irving, Texas Domestic relocation assistance is not available for those who qualify Sponsorship is not available 15 to 25% travel is expected Summary Pay Range: $97,530.00 - $146,290.00 Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience.
- Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar
Benefits
- Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines.
- This is a summary list of benefits.
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits* Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)* 401(k) savings plans* Health Savings Account (HSA)* Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)* Health Lifestyle Programs* Employee Assistance Program* Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts* Career Development* Incentive bonus* Disability benefits Life Insurance Parental leave Adoption benefits Tuition Reimbursement * These benefits also apply to part-time employees This position requires working onsite five days a week.
- Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.
- Posting Dates: July 20, 2026 - July 22, 2026 Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.
- Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.
- Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.
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