Sr. Physical Security Consultant

Faith Group, LLC is a women-owned business headquartered in St. Louis, MO, with eight regional offices nationwide. We are a recognized leader in systems engineering, consulting, and professional services for clients whose facilities are their business. Our culture is grounded in our core values: Integrity, Dignity, Quality, Impact, Collaboration, and Innovation. We have supported thousands of projects across Aviation, Transit & Rail, Federal, State & Local Government, Data Centers, Education, and Commercial markets. From planning through design, engineering, construction, and commissioning, Faith Group supports clients throughout the life of the project, from start to finish!

Role Specific Introduction:

The Senior Physical Security Consultant is a subject matter expert responsible for advising clients on the design, implementation, and optimization of physical security strategies, systems, and programs. This role combines technical expertise with strategic consulting, ensuring that client facilities, assets, and people are protected through best-in-class physical security solutions. The consultant will lead assessments, develop security master plans, oversee system design and implementation, and serve as a trusted advisor to executives and project stakeholders.

Experience:

• 8–12+ years of consulting or applied security experience, with demonstrated success on large and complex security projects.
• Deep knowledge of physical security principles, risk management, and resilience frameworks.
• Experience with security system design, integration, and technology platforms.
• Familiarity with architectural, engineering, and construction processes.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proven leadership and client relationship management skills.
  
  
  

Responsibilities:

Security Strategy & Consulting

• Conduct comprehensive physical security risk assessments and vulnerability analyses.
• Develop enterprise-level security master plans, standards, and guidelines.
• Advise clients on industry trends, regulatory requirements, and emerging technologies.
• Provide recommendations to improve resilience, deterrence, and incident response capabilities.
  
  
  

System Design & Technology Integration

• Lead the design and specification of security technologies, including access control, video surveillance, intrusion detection, perimeter systems, visitor management, and security operations centers.
• Ensure solutions are scalable, cost-effective, and aligned with organizational needs.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, and IT teams to integrate security into building and infrastructure designs.
  
  
  

Project & Program Management

• Manage multiple client engagements from initiation through delivery.
• Develop scopes of work, budgets, schedules, and deliverables.
• Oversee vendor selection, procurement, and implementation support.
• Ensure compliance with relevant standards (e.g., ISO, NFPA, UL, CPTED).
  
  
  

Stakeholder Engagement

• Serve as the primary client interface, building trusted relationships with executives, facility managers, and security leaders.
• Lead workshops, briefings, and training sessions for client stakeholders
• Support change management and organizational adoption of new security practices.
  
  
  

Business Development & Leadership

• Support proposal development, client presentations, and RFP responses.
• Contribute to thought leadership through white papers, industry events, and knowledge sharing.
• Mentor junior consultants and contribute to team development.
  
  
  

Education and Professional Certifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Security Management, Criminal Justice, Engineering, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• Certifications: CPP (ASIS Certified Protection Professional), PSP (Physical Security Professional), CPTED, or equivalent strongly preferred.
  
  
  

Compensation:

• $140,000-$180,000 – depending on experience, education & certifications, and location
  
  
  

Benefits: 

• 100% employer paid healthcare 
• 50% employer paid spouse/domestic partner/dependent healthcare 
• Dental 
• Vision 
• 401k 
• Short Term Disability 
• 100% employer paid Long Term Disability 
• 100% employer paid Life/ADD Insurance 
• Additional Life/ADD Insurance Available 
• FSA