SkillBride Associate - Physical Security Specialist

At Iron Mountain we know that work, when done well, makes a positive impact for our customers, our employees, and our planet. That’s why we need smart, committed people to join us. Whether you’re looking to start your career or make a change, talk to us and see how you can elevate the power of your work at Iron Mountain. We provide expert, sustainable solutions in records and information management, digital transformation services, data centers, asset lifecycle management, and fine art storage, handling, and logistics. We proudly partner every day with our 225,000 customers around the world to preserve their invaluable artifacts, extract more from their inventory, and protect their data privacy in innovative and socially responsible ways. Are you curious about being part of our growth stor​y while evolving your skills in a culture that will welcome your unique contributions? If so, let's start the conversation. Iron Mountain is seeking a vigilant Physical Security Specialist to join our Risk Management team through our SkillBridge Program. You must be an active duty member of the US military and be qualified to participate in the Department of War (DOW) SkillBridge Program. In this role, you will be a critical guardian of our 24x7 data center environment, ensuring the physical safety and protection of our facilities, personnel, and customer assets. Serving as a primary point of contact for daily operations, you will leverage advanced security technology and sound judgment to maintain strict access control and incident response protocols. Here, your discipline and active oversight directly safeguard the trusted infrastructure our clients rely on every day. What You’ll Do (Responsibilities) In this role, you will: Maintain facility integrity: Monitor internal and external CCTV, security, and fire alarm systems to proactively identify and respond to safety or security incidents. Enforce access control: Utilize security technology and electronic provisioning systems to verify authorized entry for employees, visitors, and vendors while preventing unauthorized access. Perform environmental patrols: Conduct daily roving foot and vehicle inspections of key internal and external assets in all weather conditions to verify site security. Manage operational reporting: Document daily activities accurately and report any significant incidents to ensure comprehensive audit and risk records. De-escalate critical situations: Rapidly evaluate emerging threats or policy violations to safely diffuse potential risks and ensure facility compliance. What You’ll Bring (Skills & Qualifications) The ideal candidate will have: You must be an active duty member of the US military and be qualified to participate in the Department of War (DOW) SkillBridge Program. 2 - 5 years of physical security experience, with a background operating established safety and compliance policies. Strong knowledge of security access control systems, CCTV monitoring, and incident management ticketing software. Proven ability to make sound decisions under pressure, maintain strict attention to detail, and de-escalate sensitive situations. Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) preferred in combat arms, military police, global embassy security, or a related field. U.S. Citizenship, a valid state-issued driver's license, and the ability to obtain government security clearances as required. What We Offer: Opportunities for continuous learning, technical skill enhancement, and professional growth through our SkillBridge Program Shifts: 24x7 environment with varied shifts; evening, weekend, holiday Location: On-site in Manassas, VA Alternative work arrangements and scheduling stability to support work–life balance. Ready to transition your US Military security expertise into a rewarding civilian career? Apply today and help us safeguard the vital infrastructure of tomorrow! #Veterans Welcome #Women Welcome Reasonably expected salary range: $0.00 - $0.00 Please note that an employee's starting salary may vary based on a variety of factors. Where State, Municipal, Provincial, Territorial or other legal minimum wages exceed the federal minimum wage, employees are entitled to the higher rate. Category: Risk Management