Location: Houston, TX

Department: DEPTEC

The Opportunity

The Facility Security Officer (FSO) is responsible for the daily administration, implementation, and oversight of facility security operations to protect personnel, visitors, contractors, assets, intellectual property, and business operations. The FSO serves as the primary site security representative and ensures compliance with company security standards, client requirements, applicable regulations, and industry best practices.

The FSO develops and maintains site security programs, manages access control systems, conducts investigations, coordinates emergency response activities, and promotes a proactive security culture across the facility. This role works closely with Operations, HSE, Human Resources, Information Technology, Facilities, and external law enforcement partners to ensure a safe and secure operating environment.

What you will do?

Security Program Administration

• Implement and maintain site security policies, procedures, and standards.
• Ensure compliance with corporate security requirements and client contractual obligations.
• Conduct periodic security assessments and vulnerability reviews.
• Identify security risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives for site security performance.
• Maintain facility security plans, post orders, and emergency response procedures.

Access Control & Physical Security

• Administer facility access control systems, visitor management systems, and credentialing programs.
• Manage issuance, tracking, auditing, and deactivation of badges and access credentials.
• Ensure proper control of keys, locks, and restricted access areas.
• Monitor security technology systems including:
  • CCTV
  • Intrusion detection systems
  • Access control systems
  • Visitor management systems
  • Alarm monitoring systems
• Coordinate maintenance and testing of security systems.

Incident Management & Investigations

• Respond to security incidents, threats, and emergencies.
• Lead or support investigations involving:
  • Theft
  • Property damage
  • Workplace violence
  • Security violations
  • Unauthorized access
  • Suspicious activity
• Collect and preserve evidence.
• Prepare incident reports and investigation summaries.
• Coordinate with law enforcement when required.
• Track corrective actions through closure.

Emergency Preparedness & Response

• Support facility emergency management and business continuity programs.
• Participate in emergency response planning and drills.
• Serve as a member of the site's emergency response team.
• Coordinate security response during emergencies including:
  • Fire events
  • Severe weather
  • Active threat situations
  • Facility evacuations
  • Utility disruptions
  • Natural disasters
• Support crisis communications and accountability efforts.

Contractor & Visitor Security Management

• Verify security requirements for contractors and vendors.
• Ensure compliance with visitor access procedures.
• Conduct security briefings for visitors and contractors as required.
• Monitor contractor adherence to site security requirements.
• Support project mobilization and demobilization security activities.

Security Operations Oversight

• Coordinate daily activities of contract security personnel.
• Conduct post inspections and security audits.
• Review officer performance and compliance.
• Verify staffing coverage and shift effectiveness.
• Support development of security staffing plans.
• Ensure security personnel maintain professional standards and customer service expectations.

Security Awareness & Training

• Deliver security awareness training to employees and contractors.
• Support onboarding and site orientation programs.
• Promote threat awareness and reporting programs.
• Conduct periodic drills and exercises.
• Maintain security training records.

Reporting & Performance Metrics

• Maintain security records, reports, and documentation.
• Develop and submit security performance metrics.
• Track and trend:
  • Security incidents
  • Access violations
  • Theft and loss events
  • Visitor activity
  • Alarm activations
  • Investigation outcomes
• Provide monthly security performance reports to the Sr. Security Manager.

Leadership Expectations

The Facility Security Officer shall:

• Demonstrate strong integrity and professionalism.
• Lead by example in security compliance and accountability.
• Foster positive relationships with employees, contractors, and clients.
• Exercise sound judgment during emergencies and investigations.
• Promote a proactive security culture focused on prevention.
• Support enterprise security objectives and strategic initiatives.

Required Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in Criminal Justice, Security Management, Emergency Management, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• Equivalent military, law enforcement, or security experience may be substituted.

Experience

• Minimum 5 years of security, law enforcement, military, or corporate security experience.
• Minimum 2 years of experience managing facility security operations.
• Experience with access control, CCTV, investigations, and emergency response programs.
• Experience supervising contract security personnel preferred.

Knowledge

• Physical security principles and best practices.
• Incident investigation techniques.
• Access control systems and security technology.
• Emergency management and crisis response.
• Workplace violence prevention.
• Asset protection methodologies.
• Applicable OSHA and workplace safety requirements.

Preferred Certifications

• Certified Protection Professional (CPP)
• Physical Security Professional (PSP)
• Associate Protection Professional (APP)
• Certified Homeland Protection Professional (CHPP)
• FEMA Incident Command System (ICS 100, 200, 700, 800)
• ASIS Security Certifications

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Security incident rate
• Access control compliance
• Badge audit accuracy
• Investigation closure rate
• Security audit scores
• Emergency drill performance
• Contractor security compliance
• Alarm response effectiveness
• Security training completion rate
• Client security performance metrics

Authority

The Facility Security Officer has authority to:

• Stop activities that present an immediate security threat.
• Deny or revoke facility access when security requirements are not met.
• Initiate incident investigations.
• Recommend disciplinary action for security violations.
• Escalate significant security concerns directly to the Sr. Security Manager.
• Coordinate emergency security response activities during incidents.

Legal & Regulatory Requirements

• Must possess legal authorization to work in [Country/Region] without restriction
• Must maintain an active, valid driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record
• Must successfully complete background checks and any site-specific screenings (e.g., drug/alcohol testing)

Work Environment

• Required to wear appropriate PPE on site (hard hat, safety glasses, steel-toe boots, high-visibility apparel, etc.)
• Exposure to typical industrial or construction conditions: noise, dust, moving machinery, heights, confined spaces
• Must be physically capable of walking, standing, climbing ladders/scaffolds, and accessing elevated work areas for inspections
• Occasional evening or weekend work may be required to support urgent incident response, audits, or special training events
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel between facility sites as required, up to 10%

How we support you

We believe your best work happens when you feel supported - professionally, personally, and financially. That’s why we offer a range of benefits designed to help you thrive, stay healthy, and plan for the future.

• Performance-driven rewards – Competitive pay with incentive opportunities that recognize your results and contributions.
• Comprehensive healthcare – Medical, dental, and vision coverage that supports you and your family’s total well-being.
• Security and peace of mind – Life and disability insurance programs that provide protection when it matters most.
• Flexible benefits options – A variety of voluntary benefits so you can personalize coverage to fit your needs.
• Time to recharge – Generous paid time off to relax, travel, and maintain a healthy work-life balance.
• Investing in your growth – Education assistance and tuition support to help you build skills and advance your career.
• Planning for the future – Retirement and savings programs that help you achieve long-term financial confidence.

Come build with us

At Integra, we’re driven by a vision to transform the data center industry. We specialize in delivering optimized turnkey solutions that bring together speed, quality, and reliability - helping our clients build and operate the mission-critical infrastructure that powers today’s digital world. Integra is a vertically integrated company - owning and managing every phase of the process from site selection and design to manufacturing, procurement, commissioning, and warranty. This approach allows us to move faster, solve challenges more efficiently, and deliver exceptional outcomes for our partners.

What truly sets Integra apart is our people. We are a team of problem-solvers, engineers, builders, and operators who thrive on tackling complex challenges and delivering results. Our culture values collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement - because in a rapidly evolving digital landscape, excellence and adaptability matter.

Joining Integra means being part of a company that is shaping the future of data center infrastructure. If you’re passionate about innovation, impact, and building systems the world depends on, you’ll find the opportunity to grow and make a difference here.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Integra provides equal employment opportunities for all people. No employee or applicant for employment will be discriminated against because of race, creed, origin, marital status, sexual orientation, age, otherwise qualified disabled or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. If you are a qualified applicant who requires reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact talent_acquisition@integra.com