Region Security Coord - Lawton, OK

American Electric Power•Lawton, OK

6d•$87,633 - $109,543

About The Position

The Region Security Coordinator coordinates security investigations and physical security activities throughout an assigned region. The role helps ensure that security measures and equipment are properly installed at company locations and that security practices are communicated to employees, contractors, and law enforcement. It serves as a liaison with law enforcement and investigative agencies, supports security assessments and executive protection as needed, and coordinates security policies, procedures, and training. The position is based in AEP’s service territory and may require overnight travel up to 40% of the time.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree, or an associate degree and three years of experience, or a high school education and 10 years of experience.
At least three years of experience in addition to the education-related experience requirement, in one of the following: sworn paid law enforcement at the local, state, or federal level; active-duty military; corporate security; or a related field.
Working knowledge of investigative techniques and criminal procedure.
Working knowledge of risk assessments.
Must live in AEP’s service territory.

Nice To Haves

Guard force management experience.
Experience delivering training.
Former or active full-time paid sworn law enforcement employment at the local, state, or federal level is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Recommend appropriate security personnel levels, equipment, and security measures for company facilities.
Liaise with federal, state, and local law enforcement and investigative agencies in the assigned region on vulnerability assessments and security needs.
Develop and coordinate physical security equipment, procedures, and methods to protect personnel and facilities.
Direct and coordinate investigations with company personnel, contractors, and local law enforcement as appropriate.
Develop and maintain working relationships with employees, contractors, and local law enforcement agencies.
Coordinate and assist with developing, communicating, and delivering training on security policies, methods, and procedures.
Monitor company, local, and national security issues and apply changes as appropriate.
Support executive protection as needed.
Manage physical security across a large geographic area that includes urban and rural facilities.