Security Officer

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Date: Oct 15, 2025

Location: Corning, NY, US, 14831

Company: Corning

Requisition Number: 71439

 

The company built on breakthroughs. ​  
Join us.​            
       

                                                          

Corning is one of the world’s leading innovators in glass, ceramic, and materials science. From the depths of the ocean to the farthest reaches of space, our technologies push the boundaries of what’s possible.  ​  

 

How do we do this? With our people. They break through limitations and expectations – not once in a career, but every day. They help move our company, and the world, forward. ​  

 

​At Corning, there are endless possibilities for making an impact. You can help connect the unconnected, drive the future of automobiles, transform at-home entertainment, and ensure the delivery of lifesaving medicines. And so much more.​   

 

Come break through with us.  

 

Corning’s businesses are ever evolving to best serve our customers, industries, and consumers. Today, we accelerate and transform life sciences, mobile consumer electronics, optical communications, display, and automotive markets. We are changing the world with: 

  • Trusted products that accelerate drug discovery, development, and delivery to save lives
  • Damage-resistant cover glass to enhance the devices that keep us connected
  • Optical fiber, wireless technologies, and connectivity solutions to carry information and ideas at the speed of light
  • Precision glass for advanced displays to deliver richer experiences 
  •  Auto glass and ceramics to drive cleaner, safer, and smarter transportation 

Role Purpose

Corning Global Security (CGS) professionals play a critical role protecting the people, property, and values of Corning Incorporated. The purpose of this position is to observe, detect, deter, and report security related incidents that pose potential risks and threats to company assets. This role also provides alarm monitoring, emergency response support, incident notifications, physical patrols, and other security related services.

Key Responsibilities

• Professionally represent Corning Incorporated and the Global Security Division by performing duties

• Respond to and assist in emergency situations, including fire, medical, and hazardous material incidents

• Provide local site physical security through means of patrols, access control, and monitoring

• Communicate directly with Corning employees as a primary first-contact/first-report for all questions and concerns pertaining to security

• Provide documentation and notification of daily activity and incidents

• Shift work and the flexibility to work various hours, as well as a willingness to work unscheduled overtime as required

Experiences/Education - Required

• High School diploma / GED and two or more years of experience in a professional setting

• Valid state driver’s license

• Ability to obtain a valid state security guard license with the support of Corning Incorporated (if applicable)

• Ability to obtain CPR and basic First Aid certifications with the support of Corning Incorporated

• Ability to work as a part of a team in a professional setting

• Aptitude for clear and effective verbal and written communication under time-sensitive conditions

• Ability to multitask and work independently

• Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality and integrity

• Ability to work with various computer programs based on provided training.

• Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint

• Ability to patrol assigned facilities and stand for long periods

Experiences/Education - Desired

• Associates degree, or;

• Experience in security or a related field

 

 

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

 

The range for this position is $36,138.00 - $49,690.00 assuming full time status. Starting pay for the successful applicant is dependent on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. 

 

A job that shapes a life.  

Corning offers you the total package.  

 

Your well-being is our priority. Our compensation and benefits package supports your health and wellness, financial aspirations, and career from day one.

  • Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives align with key business results and ensure you are rewarded when the company performs well. When Corning wins, we all win.
  • As part of our commitment to your financial well-being, we provide a 100% company-paid pension benefit with fixed contributions that grow throughout your career. Combined with matching contributions to your 401(k) savings plan, Corning’s total contributions to your retirement accounts can reach between 7% and 12% of your pay, depending on your age and years of service.
  • Our health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, family building support, fitness, company-paid life insurance, disability, disease management programs, paid time off, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support you and your family.  
  • Getting paid for our work is important, but feeling appreciated and recognized for those contributions motivates us much more. That’s why Corning offers a recognition program to celebrate successes and reward colleagues who make exceptional contributions. 

 

We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected status.

 

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To request an accommodation, please contact us at accommodations@corning.com.


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