Specific Responsibilities
The Corporate Security Technical Specialist is responsible for the design, programming, integration, and ongoing management of the company’s physical security technology systems, with a strong focus on Access Control and Video Management Systems (VMS). This role will serve as a technical expert and field specialist, supporting enterprise-level security platforms, coordinating installations, and providing hands-on technical and operational support across multiple corporate and field locations. In addition to technical responsibilities, the specialist will support broader corporate security functions, including executive protection (EP), employee escorts, investigations, site security assessments, and assist the Global Security Operations Center (GSOC). This position requires periodic travel to various company sites to perform system maintenance, support new installations, conduct site surveys, and assist with operational security needs.
System Administration & Maintenance
- Administer and maintain enterprise access control and video management systems, primarily Genetec Security Center, with secondary experience in Milestone and Lenel S2 platforms.
- Oversee system configuration, commissioning, troubleshooting, and software updates.
- Conduct regular system health checks, backups, and firmware maintenance.
- Assist in managing vendor relationships and oversee integrator work for system deployments and service, including reviewing invoices.
- Ensure all systems meet corporate IT and cybersecurity standards for networked devices.
- Perform security technology assessments and coordinate with local site leadership on enhancements.
Programming & Integration
- Develop and implement custom integrations and automation scripts between security platforms and other enterprise systems (e.g., HR databases, Active Directory, building management, or ticketing systems).
- Utilize Genetec SDKs, REST APIs, and SQL for programming and reporting automation.
- Configure event-to-action rules, automated notifications, and real-time monitoring workflows within VMS and access control systems.
- Create custom dashboards, user interfaces, and analytics tools for security operations.
- Perform testing, validation, and deployment of software patches and upgrades.
Corporate Security Operations Support
- Assist the Global Security Operations Center (GSOC) with system monitoring, alarm management, and incident response coordination.
- Support executive protection activities through personal escort, surveillance planning, route assessments, and access coordination.
- Conduct and document site security surveys and risk assessments.
- Provide security escort support for sensitive operations, visitors, or high-risk movements.
- Support internal investigations by retrieving and analyzing video footage, access logs, and digital evidence.
- Participate in the design and implementation of new physical security solutions for offices, industrial facilities, and field locations.
Training & Documentation
- Develop and maintain technical documentation, SOPs, and training materials for corporate security personnel.
- Conduct system training sessions for GSOC operators, IT support staff, and field security officers.
- Create diagrams, configuration baselines, and system maps for reference and compliance.
Travel Responsibilities
- Travel to multiple company facilities, both domestic and international, as needed (approximately 10-15% travel
Qualifications & Experience
The successful candidate will have the following qualifications and experience:
Required:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Security Systems, or related field.
- 10+ years of experience managing and programming enterprise physical security systems. Security Integrator experience is a plus.
- Genetec Certified (Security Center Technical Certification required).
- Strong understanding of IP networks, access control architecture, and video analytics.
- Demonstrated experience with system integration, API development, and scripting (e.g., Python, PowerShell, SQL).
- Proven ability to work independently and manage multiple concurrent projects.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities
- High attention to detail and commitment to maintaining system integrity and compliance.
- Capable of working independently and making sound decisions under pressure.
- On-call responsibilities for exigent circumstances.
Preferred:
- Certifications in Milestone and/or Lenel S2 platforms.
- Experience with Windows Server, SQL database management, and network infrastructure.
- Familiarity with cybersecurity principles for physical security devices.
- Understanding of industrial environments, including oil & gas operations or critical infrastructure.
Competencies
The successful candidate should demonstrate and exhibit the following core competencies:
- Communication: Writes, speaks, and presents information effectively and persuasively across communication setting;
- Results: Pursues work with energy, drive, and results orientation to positively impact Apache's business success;
- Collaboration: Works in partnership with others and encourages different perspectives, while building and maintaining trust; and
- Culture: Willingness and ability to align one's behavior with the needs, priorities, and goals of Apache.
Company Overview
Our primary product is energy, and where there is affordable, abundant energy, people are healthier, have access to better education, and are given greater opportunities to elevate their families to higher standards of living.
Nearly 3 billion people — roughly one-third of the global population — live without electricity or without clean cooking facilities. We are committed to providing energy in innovative and more sustainable ways to help raise the standard of living for those living in energy poverty and to meet the ongoing demands of people and economies around the world.
The products we deliver power increasingly cleaner electricity across the globe, fuel tractors and trucks, make fertilizer to keep the world's food supply on the table, and heat our schools, hospitals and businesses.
Our employees bring a wide range of talents and skills to the job every day to tackle complex business challenges. We believe in providing a truly rewarding work environment supported by a benefits platform that ranks among the best in our peer group. Our company offers career development opportunities where employees can grow personally and professionally. We promote employee benefits that cultivate a family-friendly work environment and focus on our employees' overall well-being.
We are committed to being a workplace where all employees are valued and can thrive with a sense of belonging. Our commitment to non-discriminatory, equal employment opportunities benefits our individual employees, our company and our external stakeholders; we are better as an organization when various experiences, ideas, and perspectives are brought to the table.
Apache Corporation is a wholly owned subsidiary of APA Corporation (NASDAQ:APA). Apache has operations in the United States, Egypt's Western Desert and the United Kingdom's North Sea and a sister company with exploration opportunities offshore Suriname. Whether supporting Apache, APA Corporation or one of its subsidiaries, team members are employed by Apache Corporation.
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Apache Statement on Hiring
To provide genuine equal opportunity to all people, it is the policy of Apache Corporation and its subsidiaries to base all employment-related decisions and actions exclusively on employment-related criteria. To provide genuine equal opportunity to all people, it is the policy of Apache Corporation and its subsidiaries to provide broad dissemination of job opportunities, as consistent with the nature of the positions. To provide genuine equal opportunity to all people, it is the policy of Apache Corporation and its subsidiaries to review its employment-related policies and actions on a regular basis to ensure that their application is consistent with their intent.