About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Physical Security & Corporate Security Operations.

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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Position Overview

Confidential Client is seeking an entry-level Physical Security Systems Analyst to support enterprise physical security technology, records, reporting, and administrative operations. This is a contract, W-2 opportunity based in Columbus, OH with a hybrid schedule (onsite Tuesday–Thursday; remote Monday and Friday). The role is well suited for recent graduates or early-career professionals interested in physical security, corporate security operations, compliance, or security systems support.

Key logistics:

• Rate: $30–$35 / hour
• Contract term: September 1, 2026 – August 31, 2027 (strong possibility of extension)
• Employment type: W-2 (no 1099)
• Work schedule: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM, 1-hour lunch
• Work authorization: Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship

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Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and update physical security records, inventories, and tracking systems.
• Perform data entry, data validation, and quality assurance checks to ensure data accuracy.
• Support badge access reviews, compliance audits, and audit-readiness documentation.
• Assist with SharePoint site administration and document management.
• Generate recurring and ad hoc reports, metrics, and dashboards using Microsoft Excel and Microsoft 365 tools.
• Track project action items, maintain issue logs, and coordinate follow-ups across stakeholders.
• Support inventory and asset tracking for physical security technologies.
• Help identify data discrepancies and support corrective actions and process improvements.

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Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Update security databases, trackers, and records to keep information audit-ready.
• Run Excel-based reports, create charts/trackers, and prepare summaries for stakeholders.
• Upload, organize, and control versioning for security documentation in SharePoint.
• Help prepare and maintain access review documentation and supporting evidence.
• Monitor open items, follow-ups, and status updates for ongoing initiatives.
• Communicate with internal teams (Physical Security Technology, Corporate Security, Facilities, Compliance, Operations) to confirm updates and resolve issues.

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Required Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Business, Criminal Justice, Information Systems, Cybersecurity, Data Analytics, or related field.
• 0–2 years of professional experience (entry-level).
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams, and SharePoint.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• Analytical mindset and problem-solving capability.
• Reliable, professional, self-motivated, and eager to learn.
• Ability to work onsite Tuesday–Thursday in Columbus, OH.

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Preferred Qualifications & Skills

• Experience with SharePoint administration.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Power BI or Power Automate.
• Experience working with large data sets, reporting, or dashboards.
• Exposure to audits, compliance programs, records management, or access reviews.
• Internship experience in corporate security, compliance, facilities, data analytics, or related operations.
• Interest in building a career in physical security, security technology, or corporate security operations.

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What You’ll Gain

• Hands-on experience supporting enterprise physical security systems and processes.
• Exposure to cross-functional teams and security governance activities.
• Development of practical Excel, reporting, and SharePoint administration skills.
• Opportunity for contract extension and growth within security operations.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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