Access Control & Security consultant

Access Control & Security consultant

Location : Houston, TX

Duration : Long Term

Role Overview

This role serves as the primary technical owner for a critical enterprise security system that supports access control, site operations, and compliance across a global organization. The position ensures system reliability, security, and consistent standards across all locations.

Key Responsibilities

• Own the overall architecture, design standards, and lifecycle management of the security platform
• Ensure system stability and prevent outages that could disrupt business operations
• Identify and address security and compliance risks, including audit findings
• Act as the senior escalation point for complex or high-severity issues
• Support system upgrades, performance improvements, and integration efforts without impacting operations
• Manage vendor relationships, licensing, and support agreements to control costs and ensure coverage

Role Importance

• Supports a mission-critical system essential for daily operations and security
• Minimizes operational disruptions and security risks
• Improves incident response and resolution times
• Enables safe modernization of technology platforms
• Strengthens governance and cost efficiency

This role requires close collaboration with security and operations teams, especially during incidents and critical projects. Being co-located with key stakeholders enables:

• Faster decision-making and issue resolution
• Better coordination during high-priority incidents
• Secure handling of sensitive system information
• More efficient execution of upgrades and initiatives

• Improved system stability and documented standards
• Faster resolution of major incidents
• Progress on security and audit compliance
• Successful system upgrades with minimal disruption
• Streamlined vendor and licensing management

“Tekshapers is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.”