Alabama Power Company · 5 months ago
Security Specialist (Pre-Hire Testing Required)
Atlanta, GA, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
2+ years expAlabama Power Company is a leading energy provider in the Southern Company enterprise, and they are seeking a Security Specialist to monitor and respond to security incidents at their facilities. The role involves conducting patrols, monitoring security technologies, and ensuring compliance with security standards while serving as an armed first responder.
Electrical DistributionEnergyLogisticsRetail
Responsibilities
Monitor various alarm and camera platforms to detect intrusions, suspicious activity, threats, or other safety/security issues at Georgia Power Company locations
Monitors alarm and camera platforms to detect intrusions, suspicious activity, sabotage, or other issues at highly regulated, critical infrastructure facilities while remaining in compliance with applicable NERC CIP Physical Security Standards
Assess urgency of incidents or threats, respond appropriately, then prepares and briefs Security Leadership as appropriate
Maintain proficiency with critical thinking skills to identify and assess suspicious activity, intelligence, and security incidents at company facilities and assets
Monitor security and crime trends at company locations and elsewhere throughout the energy industry
Collect and analyze critical, time sensitive research and data regarding serious incidents and threats impacting energy infrastructure
Staff all security posts to prevent unauthorized personnel and contraband from entering the campus
Assist with the coordination of scheduled and randomized security checks of campus perimeter
Routinely review security documentation, regulatory standards, and internal procedures and protocols to ensure continued proficiency with job responsibilities
This position has been identified as a role that will require the use of a Georgia Power fleet vehicle
Must have at least one year of verifiable driving experience (Must hold a valid driver’s license for the class vehicle to be operated. Driving permits are not typically considered a valid driver’s license)
Must have no revocation of driving privileges within the 36 months prior to application, no convictions of major traffic violations (DUI, hit and run, reckless driving, etc.) within the 12 months prior to application, or any pending charges for a major traffic violation at the time of application
Must consent to a continuous monitoring of your Motor Vehicle Record
Qualification
Required
Must pass a pre-employment firearms qualification course
Must pass psychological testing and successfully enroll and remain in Southern Company's Insider Threat Program
Must possess a current, valid driver's license
High school diploma or GED
Two to four years prior experience in corporate security, private security, law enforcement, or military desired
Strong written and oral communication skills
Ability to build positive team relationships with peers
Demonstrated understanding of security concepts and sophisticated security technologies helpful
Ability to obtain and remain appropriately licensed through the Georgia Secretary of State – Board of Private Detectives and Security Agencies
Successful bi-annual qualification with all company issued firearms is required
Work under high stress and shifting priorities with an appropriate degree of urgency
Appropriately handle and protect sensitive, confidential information and intelligence
Work independently to achieve results with minimal supervision
Preferred
Working knowledge of CCURE 9000 or similar Access Control Systems is helpful
Working knowledge of Avigilon Control Center or similar Video Management System is helpful
Prior experience working in a Security Operations Center or control room environment is helpful
Understanding of NERC CIP-006 and CIP-014 security standards is helpful
Company
Alabama Power Company
Alabama Power provides the valuable combination of It is a sub-organization of Southern Company.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Jeff Peoples
Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer
Moses Feagin
Executive Vice President, CFO and Treasurer
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