SECURITY OPERATIONS SPECIALIST

Seminole Electric•Tampa, FL

About The Position

The Security Operations Specialist ensures the physical security of personnel, facilities, and equipment across all locations and oversees and maintains security systems and equipment. The role is assigned to the night shift, working 11:00 p.m.–7:00 a.m. ET Monday through Saturday; the first shift begins Monday at 11:00 p.m. and the final shift ends Saturday at 7:00 a.m. The position determines security coverage for normal operations, planned outages, and special requirements; supports contract Security Officers; and is on call 24/7 for incidents and investigations as needed. The specialist inspects plant property and facilities, maintains camera and access-control systems, administers badges and access authorizations, and investigates property losses in coordination with applicable parties and law enforcement. The role also communicates with management, maintains security records and audit reports, and may perform designated NERC compliance responsibilities, including retaining audit-ready evidence. The work may involve industrial hazards, use of required personal protective equipment, climbing, entering enclosures, traversing plant premises, and working at heights. Travel to multiple sites is required, with occasional overnight travel and professional training that may involve stays of up to one week.

Requirements

At least five years of related experience in law enforcement, military service, or security operations.
At least one year of additional training in fire protection, safety, or security.
High school diploma required.
Valid Florida Class D Security License in accordance with Chapter 493 of the Florida Statutes.
Working knowledge of general security and loss prevention practices.
Knowledge of CIP, NERC, FERC, and FRCC Reliability Standards.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
Effective verbal, nonverbal, listening, and written communication skills.
Organization and planning skills.
Judgment and decision-making skills.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Self-motivated and proactive.
Strong critical-thinking skills, including the ability to analyze solutions, identify risks, and make sound decisions under pressure.
Ability to wear required PPE, climb, enter enclosures, traverse plant premises, and be comfortable with heights.
Ability to travel to multiple sites; occasional overnight travel may be required.
Valid driver's license and acceptable Motor Vehicle Report.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred.

Responsibilities

Determine necessary security coverage for normal operations, planned outages, and special requirements.
Assist contract Security Officers and remain on call 24/7 for incidents and investigations as needed.
Conduct regular inspections of plant property and facilities and initiate action to correct security-system deficiencies or unsafe working conditions.
Ensure security and surveillance camera systems remain operational.
Work in the Physical Access Control System (PACS).
Investigate theft, vandalism, and other property losses with applicable parties and local law enforcement; prepare reports and recommend subsequent actions.
Communicate with management on security matters.
Track and maintain physical access authorization records for all Seminole sites.
Create and maintain site badges in compliance with Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) regulations.
Activate and deactivate employee badges in accordance with CIP regulations.
Use the security computer to produce audit and quarterly reports.
Cross-train in other positions and assist with training team members.
Perform other duties applicable to the position or as assigned.
Perform designated NERC Compliance Program roles under Seminole's Standard Ownership Matrix (SOM), including retaining evidence in audit-ready form.
Follow established protective measures and wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) as needed.
Attend related professional courses, training, and seminars.