If you find science, speed, and success exhilarating, you have come to the right place. Novavax, Inc (Nasdaq:NVAX) is a biotechnology company that creates transformational vaccines that address some of the world's most pressing infectious diseases. We have more than a decade of experience contending with some of the world's most devastating diseases, including COVID-19, seasonal influenza, RSV, Ebola, MERS, and SARS. Hard-won lessons and significant advances illustrate that our proven technology has tremendous potential to make a substantial contribution to public health worldwide. Our scientists are committed to developing vaccine candidates for some of the world's toughest viral threats by utilizing the power of our innovative recombinant nanoparticle vaccine platform. Our vaccine technology combines the power and speed of genetic engineering with the immunogenicity enhancing properties of our Matrix-MA$ cents A cents € zA' cents adjuvant to efficiently produce highly immunogenic particles targeting some of the most pressing viral infectious diseases. Novavax, Inc. is headquartered in Gaithersburg, Maryland with additional facilities in Uppsala, Sweden and Bohumil, Czech Republic. Summary of the Position : We are seeking a Security Technical Specialist who will e nsure multiple security systems in Novavax facilities in the US and Overseas are well-maintained by performing routine inspections and reporting inspection results. Initiate and track-to-completion resulting corrective actions under minimal supervision. The individual will r eview security quotes in depth and provide cost analysis with a goal to reduce costs on equipment or installation, as well as, p rovide a moderate level of programming, troubleshooting, diagnostic, and repair of building security systems, equipment and includes but equipment components which not limited to security automation in joint electrical spaces. The individual will also Coordinate and oversee the maintenance, organization, and control of security documents and files, including activities such as filing, assembling files, document retrieval, copying, and document control. Responsibilities include but are not limited to : Reports directly to the Sr. Security Manager on security equipment and software status. Ensure multiple security systems in Novavax facilities in the US and Overseas are well-maintained by performing routine inspections and reporting inspection results. Initiate and track-to-completion resulting corrective actions under minimal supervision. Review security quotes in depth and provide cost analysis with a goal to reduce costs on equipment or installation. Provide a moderate level of programming, troubleshooting, diagnostic, and repair of building security systems, equipment and includes but equipment components which not limited to security automation in joint electrical spaces. Coordinating and oversee the maintenance, organization, and control of security documents and files, including activities such as filing, assembling files, document retrieval, copying, and document control. Coordinate outside vendors to support security processes and oversee and maintain the repair of security equipment in collaboration with preferred vendors. Work with venders and department owners for scheduling of maintenance and potential down times of Security equipment. Coordinate and support Facilities and IT in all security technical equipment matters. Conducting all activities in the most careful and safe manner and in full compliance with Environmental, Health and Safety requirements. Ensure security equipment and software are functional at all times and comply with defined standards. Identifying areas for continuous improvement and escalate those to the respective manager. Undertake any other duties as requested by the Security Office in accordance with company requirements. Maintain security equipment and installation records, forms, warranties for review, audits, and repair requests. Other duties as assigned by the Security Office. This job requires on call availability 24/7. Minimum Requirements : High school diploma, Attended Trade school or Apprenticeship preferred. Genetec system experience required. 10 years' experience in performing Security Technician duties. Security design and engineering experience required. Up to date knowledge in Security systems, contracts, and equipment. Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal skills. MS Office Applications, Word, Excel, MS Project. Ability to interact cross-functionally is essential. Exceptional practical problem-solving skills. Novavax offers a base salary, annual bonus, equity grants, professional career development/growth opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, Rx, STD, LTD, Life, Optional Life, 401(k) plan. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled Novavax is an equal employment opportunity employer. Employment and advancement opportunities are available to all individuals on an at-will basis, regardless of their race, color, national origin, religion, ancestry, citizenship status, military or veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, protective hairstyle, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Except where prohibited by applicable state law, this position requires that you be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 unless you need a reasonable accommodation or qualify for an exemption. #LI-KC Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesThe contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)