Security Specialist

An exciting career awaits you At MPC, we’re committed to being a great place to work – one that welcomes new ideas, encourages diverse perspectives, develops our people, and fosters a collaborative team environment. Security Specialist Job Summary The Marathon Los Angeles Refinery located in Carson, CA is seeking an experienced Security Specialist to establish security and protection strategies, priorities, and critical tasks at assigned sites and along distribution channels including procedures, training, equipment, visitor and access controls, security communications and information sharing.

The available onsite schedules for the position are 9/80 or 5/40 , on-call duty is required and support of TAR as needed. Core business hours: 7 AM - 4 PM.

Key Responsibilities

Establishes security and protection strategies, priorities, and critical tasks at assigned sites and along distribution channels including procedures, training, equipment, visitor and access controls, security communications and information sharing. Manages facility security programs and security personnel in accordance with company and facility protocols.

Ensures compliance with applicable security regulations. Participates in Security Risk/Vulnerability Assessments and implements security measures to mitigate vulnerabilities. Implements company Anti-Violence Workplace prevention policies. Supports corporate Business Conduct office by performing quality investigations.

Interacts with law enforcement, Homeland Security, and other government agency officials. Education, Experience and Skills Minimum Qualifications Must have a High School Diploma or GED and 8 years of law enforcement, military security or industrial security experience OR Must have a Bachelor Degree in related field and 4 or more years of law enforcement, military security or industrial security experience.

Must be fully competent in the practices associated with the protection of property and individuals. Demonstrate in-depth knowledge of the risk assessment process. Displays in-depth knowledge of security incident prevention strategies and management. Fully competent in the major security regulatory compliance programs.

Demonstrates in-depth knowledge of investigative interviewing and fact-finding processes; conceptually understands Code of Conduct investigation processes Must be proficient in Microsoft 365: Word, Excel and Outlook. Must be able to wear appropriate PPE in the refinery, be able to physically perform all tasks in the field and take hair drug test and physical.

Must have a valid driver’s license. Must be able to obtain a TWIC Card. Must be legally authorized to work in the US without the need for future VISA sponsorship. Travel Requirement is up to 10%. Must be able to work onsite schedules for the position which are 9/80 or 5/40 , on-call duty is required and support of TAR as needed.

Core business hours: 7 AM - 4 PM.

Preferred Qualifications

Security related Bachelors Degree is preferred. Relocation is not available. This job will posted through Tuesday, November 10, 2026. This position belongs to a family of jobs with increasing responsibility, competency and skill level. Actual position title and pay grade will be based on the selected candidate’s experience and qualifications.

Learn more about Marathon Petroleum’s benefits at https://mympcbenefits.com/ As an energy industry leader, our career opportunities fuel personal and professional growth. Location: Carson, California Job Requisition ID: 00025105 Pay Min/Max: $106,900.00 - $184,300.00 Salary Grade: 11 - 12 Location Address: 2350 E 223rd St Additional locations: Education: High School (Required) Employee Group: Full time Employee Subgroup: Regular Marathon Petroleum Company LP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, reproductive health decision-making, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition or AIDS/HIV status, ancestry, national origin, genetic information, military, veteran status, marital status, citizenship or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

If you would like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant, click here . If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process at Marathon Petroleum LP, please contact our Human Resources Department at [email protected] . Please specify the reasonable accommodation you are requesting, along with the job posting number in which you may be interested.

A Human Resources representative will review your request and contact you to discuss a reasonable accommodation. Marathon Petroleum offers a total rewards program which includes, but is not limited to, access to health, vision, and dental insurance, paid time off, 401k matching program, paid parental leave, and educational reimbursement.

Detailed benefit information is available at mympcbenefits.com . The hired candidate will also be eligible for a discretionary company-sponsored annual bonus program. Equal Opportunity Employer: Veteran / Disability We will consider all qualified Applicants for employment, including those with arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws.

In reviewing criminal history in connection with a conditional offer of employment, Marathon will consider the key responsibilities of the role.