Caterpillar, Inc

Mid-Level Physical Security Professional

Caterpillar, Inc • $97K — $146K *
Irving, TX 75061In-Person
Business Services
Less than 5 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3–6+ years of experience in corporate security, law enforcement, military, or security operations
  • Strong knowledge of industry security standards and technologies
  • Experience conducting complex security operations and incident response
  • Ability to perform risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies
  • Vendor management and contract oversight experience
  • Proficient with security systems software and reporting tools
  • Understanding of regulatory compliance and corporate policies

Responsibilities

  • Manage security operations including executive and event security
  • Conduct risk assessments and operational security reviews
  • Support operational planning and incident response documentation
  • Collaborate with various stakeholders to ensure compliance
  • Oversee third-party security vendors and performance adherence
  • Write reports and decision briefs for senior executives
  • Implement security technologies and digital protection services

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision benefits
  • Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)
  • 401(k) savings plans
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
  • Career Development
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Parental leave
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Incentive bonus
Full Job Description

Career Area:

Business Services

Job Description:

The Mid-Level Security Professional is responsible for implementing and managing corporate security programs that safeguard employees, facilities, and assets. This role combines operational execution, risk assessment, and technology enablement to ensure a secure and compliant environment. The position supports executive protection, incident response, emergency and operational planning, and vendor oversight, while collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to continuously improve security posture.

What You Will Do:

  • Manage day-to-day security operations, including executive protection, residential security, event and trip security and digital protection.
  • Conduct risk assessments, vulnerability analyses, and operational security reviews to identify mitigation strategies
  • Lead and support operational planning, logistics and transportation planning, incident response, , and reporting, ensuring accurate documentation and root cause analysis
  • Partner with Facilities, HR, Legal, and Corporate Security stakeholders to ensure compliance with corporate policies and regulatory requirements
  • Oversee third-party security vendors, ensuring SLA adherence and performance standards
  • Collect and use data to write senior executive level reports, plans, decision briefs and business cases.
  • Implement and maintain security technologies and digital protection services
  • Develop and deliver security training programs for employees
  • Support business continuity and emergency response planning, including drills and tabletop exercises
  • Analyze security data and produce reports to drive continuous improvement and risk mitigation
  • Ensure alignment with corporate governance, audit standards, and safety protocols

What You Will Bring:

  • 3–6+ years of experience in corporate security, law enforcement, military, or security operations
  • Strong knowledge of industry security standards, and security technologies
  • Experience conducting complex security operations, incident response, and report writing
  • Ability to perform risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies
  • Vendor management and contract security oversight experience
  • Strong communication, documentation, and stakeholder engagement skills
  • Proficiency with security systems software, reporting tools, and Microsoft Office Suite
  • Understanding of regulatory compliance, safety standards, and corporate policies
  • High level of integrity, discretion, and situational awareness

Top Candidates Will Have:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice, Security Management, or related field
  • Experience leading cross-functional teams
  • Professional certifications such as CPP (ASIS), PSP, or similar
  • Experience in enterprise or Fortune 500 environments
  • Knowledge of business continuity planning and crisis management frameworks
  • Familiarity with security risk frameworks and audit processes
  • Experience supporting multi-site or regional security operations
  • Strong data analytics and reporting capabilities

Additional Info:

  • The primary location for this role is Irving, Texas
  • Domestic relocation assistance is not available for those who qualify
  • Sponsorship is not available
  • 15 to 25% travel is expected


 

Summary Pay Range:

$97,530.00 - $146,290.00

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar. 

Benefits:

Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits.

  • Medical, dental, and vision benefits*

  • Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)*

  • 401(k) savings plans*

  • Health Savings Account (HSA)*

  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*

  • Health Lifestyle Programs*

  • Employee Assistance Program*

  • Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts*

  • Career Development*

  • Incentive bonus*

  • Disability benefits

  • Life Insurance

  • Parental leave

  • Adoption benefits

  • Tuition Reimbursement

       

* These benefits also apply to part-time employees

 

 

This position requires working onsite five days a week. 

 

 

 

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.

 

 

Posting Dates:

July 20, 2026 - July 22, 2026

About Caterpillar, Inc

Progress Rail Services Corporation, a Caterpillar company, is one of the largest integrated and diversified suppliers of railroad and transit system products and services worldwide. Since its acquisition by Caterpillar Inc. in 2006, Progress Rail has used the Caterpillar international footprint to gain quick and widespread notice and approval across the globe. Product technology, reliability and durability, along with legendary aftermarket parts and service support, have been their keys to success. Caterpillar is the world's leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines and industrial gas turbines. The technology and world reach of Caterpillar, combined with the service standard and historical reliability of Progress Rail, ensures their products and services make a growing impact on the world rail industry. With their acquisition of Electro-Motive Diesel (EMD), Progress Rail is the world's largest builder of diesel-electric locomotives for all commercial railroad applications including freight, intercity passenger, commuter, switching, industrial and mining. EMD is also a global provider of diesel power engines for marine propulsion, offshore and land based oil well drilling rigs and stationary power generation. Electro-Motive is the only diesel engine manufacturer of its size to have produced more than 70,000 engines. This success stems from product reliability, serviceability, load acceptance capability, low operating costs and ease of maintenance with standardized components.

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Learn more about Caterpillar, Inc
Size
107,700 employees
Market Cap
$125.3 billion
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
Net Income
$2.9 billion
Founded
1925
5 Year Trend
+5.8%
Revenue
$41.7 billion
NASDAQ
CAT
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