Physical Security Specialist

The Bank for International Settlements, BIS is hiring a Physical Security Specialist within the Corporate Security and Cyber Outreach department.

This role is based in Basel, however, thanks to our status as an international organization, we can hire globally and welcome applications from candidates of all nationalities and located anywhere in the world. Relocation support is available for the successful candidate and their dependent family members.

This job is available as three years fixed-term.

The deadline for application is on Friday 20 March end of the day.

Purpose of the job:

The Physical Security Specialist is responsible for safeguarding the BIS’s premises, assets, staff, and guests by performing patrolling, surveillance, personal security, and intervention duties.

The specialist supports the effective execution of security projects by collaborating closely with the Head of Physical Security, the physical security team, and other stakeholders. The role includes gathering and interpreting intelligence through OSINT (Open-Source Intelligence) and HUMINT (Human Intelligence) to effectively conduct risk assessments and address security threats producing regular reports and recommendations to mitigate potential threats.

By joining the Corporate Security and Cyber Outreach team, you will:

• Protect our premises and high-profile events, ensuring safety at all times.
• Conduct advanced risk assessments using OSINT and HUMINT techniques.
• Collaborate with top professionals to deliver impactful security projects.

Principal accountabilities:

• Protects and surveys the Bank’s premises, including external events. Patrols inside and the perimeter of the Bank’s Basel premises.
• Intervenes when incidents and emergencies occur. Supervisory role during the intervention.
• Carries out open source & human intelligence and scanning, risk/threat assessments, risk analysis and