Armed Security Officer II (Plant Gorgas)

Southern Company • Parrish, AL

4d

About The Position

The Generation Armed Security Officer ensures the security of Alabama Power corporate headquarters, generation sites, associated facilities, critical systems, equipment, operations, and people. The officer controls access, operates electronic security systems, responds to security service requests and alarms, enforces company policies and criminal laws, and coordinates public safety, medical, and other personnel during emergencies. The role also includes directing vehicle and pedestrian traffic, conducting preliminary investigations of security violations, preparing detailed reports, and assessing security measures and recommending enhancements.

The officer works in high-security facilities and supports protection of the Bulk Electric System (BES) and personnel. Responsibilities may include work at security operations centers, generating plants, and other sites with NERC CIP-related Physical Security Perimeters. As part of a trained team, the officer monitors and responds to intrusion alarms, video surveillance, access control systems, and perimeter security events in accordance with site Emergency Action Plans and NERC CIP standards and compliance requirements.

This position staffs generation plant sites and provides armed security at assigned locations. Officers also operate video surveillance, intrusion alarm, access control, telephone, and radio systems; maintain security records; and provide armed security at corporate headquarters and other security posts as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or associate's degree preferred, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Availability to work shifts, holidays, overtime, during inclement weather, and on call, and to work at designated company locations.
• At least 3 years of law enforcement, military, private, or industrial security experience preferred.
• Must pass a psychological test, drug test, initial firearms evaluation, and Internal Threat Program.
• Must qualify to use firearms and requalify annually with a semi-automatic pistol.
• Must qualify for and obtain a valid state firearm permit and driver's license.
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Microsoft Office, and internal computer formats.
• Ability to work and make decisions with minimal direct supervision within established policies and procedures.
• Ability to respond to relatively complex technical inquiries regarding access application systems.
• Technical proficiency operating access application systems.
• Ability to coordinate and liaise with Operating Company and Corporate Security groups.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's or associate's degree.
• At least 3 years of law enforcement, military, private, or industrial security experience.
• Knowledge of Software House CCURE.
• Knowledge of Avigilon Software.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and respond to video surveillance, access control, and intrusion alarms at plant sites and offsite locations, including NERC CIP Physical Security Perimeters.
• Determine incident and alarm response requirements and priorities, record responses, conduct preliminary perimeter alarm investigations when required, prepare accurate incident reports, report violations, and address access-control issues.
• Dispatch according to established procedures and coordinate situations with the WPSOC Supervisor.
• Maintain working knowledge of policies, procedures, and strategies that promote compliance.
• Maintain required internal certifications related to NERC CIP Cyber Security Standards.
• Administer and enforce policies and procedures and maintain computer-based security records.
• Provide armed security services for Corporate Headquarters.
• Control access to generation sites, Corporate Headquarters, and other security posts as needed.
• Maintain Plant Emergency Response Team first-responder training certification and team membership as needed.
• Operate electronic security systems and respond to security service requests and alarms.
• Coordinate public safety, medical, and other personnel during emergencies.
• Direct and control vehicle and pedestrian traffic.
• Conduct preliminary investigations of security violations and prepare detailed reports.
• Assess physical security, security systems, policies, and post orders, and recommend enhancements.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary.
• Annual incentive awards for eligible employees.
• Health, welfare, and retirement benefits designed to support physical, financial, and emotional/social well-being.
• Potential additional compensation through an incentive program, subject to the applicable plan terms and conditions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed