Cambia Health Solutions

Senior Physical Security Specialist

Cambia Health Solutions$72K — $117K *
Business Services
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, Security Management, or related field.
  • Minimum of 5 years in law enforcement or similar protective services.
  • Preferred certifications include CPP, PSP, or equivalent.
  • Experience in threat assessment and incident response.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee enterprise-level physical security operations.
  • Respond to critical incidents affecting personnel and facilities.
  • Provide executive protection for senior leadership.
  • Plan protective operations for high-profile events.
  • Conduct physical security and risk assessments.
  • Manage physical security technology systems.
  • Oversee compliance with contract security vendor operations.

Benefits

  • Collaborative and caring team environment.
  • Opportunities for professional development and training.
  • Chance to work directly with senior leadership.
  • Involvement in making healthcare safer and more efficient.
Full Job Description
Senior Physical Security Specialist

On-site role (5 days/week in office) at Portland, OR or Renton, WA office. Candidates must reside within commutable distance of that location.

Who We Are Looking For:

Every day, Cambia's dedicated team of Senior Physical Security Specialists is living our mission to make health care easier and lives better. As a member of the Physical Security team, our Senior Physical Security Specialist is responsible for enterprise-wide physical security operations, risk management, and security program execution. Serves as a senior individual contributor and subject matter expert providing strategic guidance, operational leadership, executive protection, incident response, security technology oversight, and governance support. Partners with Corporate Physical Security leadership, business units, vendors, and external stakeholders to ensure a safe and secure environment for personnel, facilities, and assets - all in service of creating a person-focused health care experience.

Do you have a passion for serving others and learning new things? Do you thrive as part of a collaborative, caring team? Then this role may be the perfect fit.

What You Bring to Cambia:

Qualifications:

Senior Physical Security Specialist would have a bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, Security Management, Business Administration, Homeland Security, Emergency Management, or a related field and a minimum of five (5) years of experience in law enforcement, federal law enforcement, military police/security forces, executive protection, or other protective services assignments involving threat assessment, incident response, and personnel protection, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Preferred certifications include CPP, PSP, APP, executive protection certification, and CPR/AED and First Aid certification.

Skills and Attributes:
• Advanced analytical thinking, critical decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
• Advanced verbal and written communication, collaboration, relationship-building, and executive presence.
• Advanced capability in risk assessment, threat management, executive protection, emergency response, and incident command.
• Advanced knowledge of physical security technologies, systems administration, governance, and program development.
• Ability to coach, mentor, and guide security personnel, vendors, and stakeholders.
• Ability to develop and deliver presentations and training programs.
• Ability to perform effectively in dynamic, high-pressure, and sensitive environments involving senior leadership and critical incidents.
• Demonstrated practical judgment, discretion, and service orientation supporting safety and business continuity.
• Experience with AI tools and technologies to enhance productivity and decision-making in professional settings highly desired

What You Will Do at Cambia:
• Performs enterprise physical security operations oversight aligned with organizational risk posture and business needs.
• Responds to critical incidents and emergencies affecting personnel and facilities.
• Provides executive protection services for senior leaders, Board members, and designated personnel.
• Plans and executes protective operations for board meetings, executive events, and public-facing engagements.
• Conducts physical security, threat, and violence risk assessments and recommends mitigation strategies.
• Oversees physical security technologies, including access control, video management, intrusion detection, visitor management, and SOC systems.
• Supports and oversees SOC activities, incident monitoring, escalation, reporting, and response coordination.
• Oversees contract security vendors and guard services, ensuring compliance with contractual and operational requirements.
• Develops, maintains, and delivers physical security policies, procedures, and training programs.
• Coordinates with law enforcement and external agencies to support investigations, threat management, protective operations, and emergency response.

Work Environment
  • Work primarily performed in an office environment
  • Travel may be required, either locally or out of state
  • May be required to work outside of normal business hours


In Washington and Oregon: The expected hiring range is $76,500.00 - $103,500.00, the full range is $72,000.00 - $117,000.00 and the bonus target is 10%.

About Cambia Health Solutions

Cambia Health Solutions is a nonprofit healthcare company that provides health insurance, healthcare services, and technology solutions to individuals and organizations. The company was founded in 1917 and is headquartered in Portland, Oregon. Cambia Health Solutions operates in several states, including Oregon, Washington, Idaho, and Utah. The company's subsidiaries include Regence BlueCross BlueShield, BridgeSpan Health, and Asuris Northwest Health. Cambia Health Solutions is committed to improving the health and well-being of its members, and has received numerous awards for its innovative solutions.
Learn more about Cambia Health Solutions
Size
5,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1996

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