Security Specialist

Security Specialist

Locations:

Los Angeles, California

Job Category:

Administrative / Clerical

Position Type:

Full-Time

Shift:

Days

Job Description

Join a team that's shaping the future of pediatric care. Children’s Hospital Los Angeles is consistently ranked among the top 10 children's hospitals in the nation, delivering world-class care through more than 350 specialized programs and services. Here, world-class experts in medicine, research, and education work together to deliver family-centered care to more than 155,000 patients each year. At CHLA, your work will help build brighter tomorrows for the children and families we serve.

Overview

Schedule: Day Shift

Purpose Statement/Position Summary:

The Security Specialist provides advanced operational, analytical, and technical support for the Security Department. Supports the Executive Director and Manager in the administration, evaluation, and continuous improvement of security programs, security technology systems, investigations, compliance activities, training initiatives, vendor services, and departmental projects. Analyzes security-related data, system performance, operational trends, and compliance requirements to identify risks, support informed decision-making, and recommend process improvements. Monitors the effectiveness of security programs and systems, develops reports and performance metrics, coordinates departmental initiatives, and serves as a liaison among Security, hospital departments, contractors, and external vendors to promote efficient, compliant, and effective security operations.

Minimum Qualifications/Work Experience:

Required:

• 3+ years of experience supporting and analyzing security operations, security technology systems, access control, video surveillance, investigations, incident management, compliance programs, risk assessments, and security reporting within a healthcare, public safety, corporate, educational, or similarly complex environment.

Preferred:

• Experience in a hospital, healthcare system, academic medical center, or other highly regulated environment, with knowledge of security operations, physical security systems, access control, video surveillance, investigations, workplace violence prevention, emergency preparedness programs, and healthcare accreditation standards, and the ability to analyze operational, compliance, and security data to support risk mitigation and continuous improvement initiatives.

Education/Licensure/Certification:

Required:

• Associate's degree, Bachelor's degree, or equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience.

Preferred:

• Bachelor's degree in criminal justice, emergency management, business administration, healthcare administration, information systems, or a related field.

• Relevant security, safety, emergency management, compliance, risk management, project management, or security technology certifications, training, and/or vendor-specific credentials.

Pay Scale Information

USD $76.918.00 - USD $102,544.00

CHLA values the contribution each Team Member brings to our organization. Final determination of a successful candidate’s starting pay will vary based on a number of factors, including, but not limited to, education and experience within the job or the industry. The pay scale listed for this position is generally for candidates who meet the specified qualifications and requirements listed on this specific job description. Additional pay may be determined for those candidates who exceed these specified qualifications and requirements. We provide a competitive compensation package that recognizes your experience, credentials, and education alongside a robust benefits program to meet your needs.

About Us

CHLA is a leader in pediatric and adolescent health, in our community, across the nation, and around the world . As a premier Magnet®-recognized teaching hospital, CHLA offers an environment rooted in learning, collaboration, and compassionate care. . We are home to groundbreaking research, clinical innovation, and a culture that supports personal and professional growth.

Since 1932, CHLA has been affiliated with the Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California. Through this partnership and our own enduring mission, we remain committed to creating hope and building healthier futures.

CHLA is an Equal Opportunity Employer

At Children’s Hospital Los Angeles, our work matters. And so do each and every one of our valued team members. We consider qualified applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran or military status, genetic information or any other legally protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. We will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal history, in a manner consistent with the requirements of state and local laws, including the LA City Fair Chance Ordinance and SF Fair Chance Ordinance.

Qualified Applicants with disabilities are entitled to reasonable accommodation under the California Fair Employment and Housing Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act. Please contact CHLA Human Resources if you need assistance completing the application process.

Our various experiences, perspectives and backgrounds allow us to better serve our patients and create a strong community at CHLA.