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Rail and Transit Systems Security Assurance Professional

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising
Virginia, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 1/21/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/18/2025

Rail and Transit Systems Security Assurance Professional - (179883)

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At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we work to weave diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work and foster a sense of belonging throughout the company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves : What is our impact on the world?

HDR Engineering, Inc. is a leading consulting firm working with public and private clients to plan, develop, design, construct, operate and maintain infrastructure projects around the world. HDR’s Rail and Transit Group is seeking a Security Practice Professional to support and assist in the advancement of the Transit Safety and Security Practice (SSP). This person will work from both the assigned home office and through short-term travel to project sites and / or other cities to work with clients and staff, with work from home possibilities. This position reports to the Transit Market Sector representative for the area and will be involved in various Bus, Streetcar, Light Rail, Heavy Rail, and Commuter / Intercity Rail Projects locally and throughout the country, and possibly International.

Responsibilities

  • Develop processes and lead staff and client teams to ensure projects are designed, built, tested and placed into operation in a safe and secure manner.
  • Plan, develop, manage and implement security programs.
  • Provide guidance and develop processes with clients on compliance with DHS / TSA and FTA regulations on rail security.
  • Develop security management plans.
  • Conduct Crime Prevention Though Environmental Design (CPTED) studies and issue final reports.
  • Apply CPTED principles to transit projects.
  • Develop Threat and Vulnerability Assessments (TVA) based on FTA, APTA, MIL-STD 882, and international codes, standards, and guidelines.
  • Perform preliminary and site-specific risk analyses.
  • Support Safety and Security Certification Programs with clients under state and federal compliance requirements.
  • Assist in the establishment of fire and life safety programs for client properties.
  • Provide internal leadership to Rail and Transit staff in security areas of expertise, processes and strategies.
  • Engage in growth strategies for the Safety and Security Practice through training of staff, recruitment, and expansion of activities for clients.
  • Assist with marketing, and preparation of proposals to obtain new work.

Technical Qualifications

  • A minimum of 10 years of experience in similar positions with Railroads, Transit Agencies or Program Management firms developing and supporting security programs and executing the plans.
  • A member of American Society for Industrial Security (ASIS)
  • Experience having performed system security and risk management work.
  • Expertise in various rail and transit electric and diesel modes.
  • Experience performing corridor security management plans, tunnel and facilities security assessments, site specific threat assessments and mitigation programs.
  • Be established and recognized in the industry as a security profession through involvement in professional organizations.
  • Certification as a qualified security professional.
  • Familiarity with Mass Transit / Railroad operating concepts.
  • Understanding of FTA, State Safety Oversight, NFPA, AREMA and other applicable regulations and guidelines.
  • Bachelor's degree in technical field relating to rail transportation security.
  • Training and experience in CPTED application.
  • Current certification(s) which qualifies the individual for the above technical responsibilities.
  • The ability to work in this country immediately (required).
  • General Qualifications

  • Ability to complete high-quality work in a team environment on-time, with minimal supervision.
  • Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to handle work assignments on multiple projects concurrently with multiple clients.
  • Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with clients, supervisors, team members and suppliers.
  • Ability to conduct oneself in all project and company matters according to approved policies and procedures in a professional manner.
  • Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in related field.
  • 7 years related experience.
  • A minimum of 2 years project management experience.
  • Must have the ability to interact with various design teams, have excellent organizational, project management and communication (both written and verbal) skills.
  • An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must.
  • What We Believe

    HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

    Our Commitment

    As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

    At HDR, the health and safety of our employees is of the utmost importance. In accordance with local safety, health, and environmental legislation, HDR is committed to developing, maintaining, and enforcing proactive safe work policies, procedures, and standards.

    Job Posting

    At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.

    We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

    Ready to learn more? Let's work together to make great things possible.

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