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Physical Security Lead - Pittsburgh PA
PNCPittsburgh, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 29 Sept 2025
About the role
Position Overview
At PNC, our people are our greatest differentiator and competitive advantage in the markets we serve. We are all united in delivering the best experience for our customers. We work together each day to foster an inclusive workplace culture where all of our employees feel respected, valued and have an opportunity to contribute to the company’s success. This position is primarily based in a location within PNC's footprint.Extensive law enforcement experience with a Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, Security Management, Emergency Management, or related field is preferred, in addition to experience in the military, risk mitigation, or private security management experience with a focus on physical security.
You will be assigned a PNC office space at PNC Headquarters in Pittsburgh, PA but occasional travel outside of this area to support the physical security needs of the bank may be required. Qualified candidate must have the ability to be on-call after hours/weekends and will receive calls that may require guidance, investigative support or an in-person response should criminal activity be confirmed.
You work with physical and electronic security vendors to ensure our PNC assets are appropriately protected, and equipment is installed where applicable to meet PNC standards. You will be asked to work closely with both facility and construction project managers, and to participate in/ provide input and oversight for projects that impact physical security.
Proficient computer and communications skills to be able to write reports, create presentations, provide in-person or remote training to PNC employees, and be able to effectively communicate with PNC Management on the status of cases and/or physical security operations.
Key Responsibilities:
• Lead and coordinate complex, large-scale physical security investigations involving threats, criminal activity, and other incidents impacting PNC’s operations or employees.
• Work closely with federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies, as well as internal security, legal, and risk management teams.
• Gather, analyze, and evaluate evidence to support investigative findings and prepare comprehensive reports.
• Provide threat assessments and recommend mitigation strategies to protect people, property, and information.
• Support emergency response operations during critical incidents.
• Train and mentor junior security staff in investigative best practices.
Successful candidates must demonstrate appropriate knowledge, skills, and abilities for a role. Listed below are skills, competencies, work experience, education, and required certifications/licensures needed to be successful in this position.
Required Qualifications:
• Minimum of 10 years of federal, state or local law enforcement experience with a strong investigative background; experience in physical security or corporate security preferred.
• Proven experience managing multi-jurisdictional investigations.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to maintain the highest levels of discretion, confidentiality and integrity.
• Proficient in investigative tools, databases, and technology.
• Willingness to travel and work non-standard hours during critical incidents
Preferred Qualifications:
• Experience in the financial services industry
• Familiarity with security technologies and incident management platforms
• Background in interagency coordination or public-private partnerships
• Knowledge of Access Control Systems
• Building Architecture,
• Disaster Recovery Planning,
• Information/Network Security
• Physical Security
• Risk Assessments
Preferred Skills:
• Experience with threat assessment and protective intelligence.
• Knowledge of financial crimes investigations and banking security operations.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams.
Additional Requirements:
• Flexibility to be on-call and respond to incidents during off-hours
• Occasional travel within the PNC footprint
• Must pass a background check and meet security clearance requirements
**PNC will not provide sponsorship for employment visas or participate in STEM OPT for this position.**PNC will not provide sponsorship for employment visas or participate in STEM OPT for this position.
Job Description
- Acts as the subject matter expert of the overall corporate physical security strategy and all physical security programs, policies and procedures within their region. Technologically savvy
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