I was hired as an Info Sec Analyst to manage firewalls, VPN, IPS, email/web filters, etc. But a C-level exec wanted Info Sec to take over physical security so now we're overall bank security. Now I control building access, alarm panels, and the ip cameras. Pulling NVR/DVR footage after a bank incident may seem exciting, but a lot of time I'm watching paint dry trying to figure out when the reported incident occurred since people almost always provide the incorrect dates/times lol.
I find myself doing almost an equal amount of physical security these days which isn't too bad except when someone wants me to review several days of footage over a long holiday weekend to see who left a door unlocked. Looking at blueprints for a new branch design and where to place cameras/control panels/alarms is pretty neat.
I'm curious to hear how your roles have evolved and how you felt about the change.
P.S. I was working in the NOC calling out circuits for two years when I was asked to go to Mumbai to give a two week training to the help desk. Besides feeling overwhelmed by the responsibility, I was also excited about the opportunity to visit India because I love to travel. Good thing the 1st choice made too many demands like flying 1st class (next). 2nd choice didn't want to travel alone as a woman in India (understood). 3rd choice said he was allergic to curry (c'mon). Worked out for me.
