Physical Security Architect
Not Disclosed•ContractorRemote
location_on1900, Curtis Street, Central Business District, Denver, Colorado, 80225, United States
Engagement Overview
This is a strategic leadership position for a Branch Physical Security Architect, designed to provide the end-to-end architectural direction for physical security technologies across a banking retail branch network. This is not a hands-on keyboard design or deployment role; rather, it is a senior engagement where you will serve as the principal technical authority and the primary point of contact for the client's executive leadership.
You will define standards, lead multi-workstream programs, and guide engineering teams, integrators, and vendors toward consistent, compliant, and resilient security outcomes. The role requires immediate availability to start within 7 days of an offer, with a commitment to full-time remote work (40 hours/week) during EST hours for an initial 6-month contract, with the possibility of extension to 1–2 years.
About the Role
As the single authoritative voice on branch physical security architecture, you will bridge the gap between high-level enterprise strategy and on-the-ground execution. You will work cross-functionally with the client's PMO, IT Network Engineering, Facilities, Risk & Compliance, and external partners to ensure alignment with enterprise security architecture and regulatory requirements.
Your day-to-day involves providing strategic oversight across new branch builds, renovations, technology refreshes, and large-scale security programs. You will connect branch-level decisions to the enterprise-wide security posture, ensuring that design principles and technology standards are applied bank-wide. This role demands an executive presence capable of communicating complex technical concepts to C-Suite stakeholders while maintaining a calm, decisive demeanor during critical incidents.
Hiring Process
Candidates must be available to begin within 7 days of an offer. The engagement requires a candidate with significant experience in branch or multi-site environments (250+ sites minimum) within Banking or Retail. A PSP (Physical Security Professional) or similar certification is preferred.
Work location
Work model: Remote
1900, Curtis Street, Central Business District, Denver, Colorado, 80225, United States
Denver, Colorado
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleDefine and govern architectural standards for physical security systems across all branch environments
- check_circleDevelop and maintain the branch physical security technology roadmap aligned with corporate strategy
- check_circleServe as the primary liaison to the client's C-Suite providing regular technical briefings and status updates
- check_circleLead the Physical Security workstream within large-scale programs including new builds and renovations
- check_circleProvide technical direction to architects and engineers across multiple concurrent workstreams
- check_circleReview and approve design documents, architecture diagrams, and bills of materials for security systems
- check_circleOversee integration architecture connecting security systems with IT infrastructure and identity management platforms
- check_circleDrive evaluation, selection, and standardization of security technologies and vendor solutions across the portfolio
- check_circleManage relationships with external integrators and service providers ensuring adherence to technical requirements
- check_circleChair or participate in design review boards to oversee branch security architecture decisions
- check_circleContribute to risk assessments and mitigation planning for new implementations and change events
- check_circleServe as design authority for branch physical security systems including CCTV, access control, and alarms
Requirements
- verifiedPSP, CPP, CISSP, or Certified Security Architect certification
- verified8+ years of experience designing physical security systems
- verifiedBanking or financial services industry experience
- verifiedPSP certification preferred
- verifiedAvailable to work full-time EST hours
- verifiedAvailable to start within 7 days of offer
Nice to Have
Banking or financial services industry experience, particularly with regulatory and compliance requirements (FFIEC guidelines, audit frameworks, UL alarm certification standards). Familiarity with major physical security platforms in banking: Lenel access control, major VMS and camera systems, alarm monitoring and integrated physical security management software. Understanding of how physical security intersects with cybersecurity frameworks and enterprise risk policies. Prior experience in a senior security architecture role with multi-site delivery responsibility. Exposure to 24x7 security operations, monitoring centers, or command center-based support model.
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