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Security Equipment Operations Specialist

Portland General Electric

Portland, OR | Full Time

$57k-84k (estimate)

1 Month Ago

Security Equipment Operations Specialist

$57k-84k (estimate)

Full Time | Utilities 1 Month Ago

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Portland General Electric is Hiring a Security Equipment Operations Specialist Near Portland, OR

At PGE, our work involves dreaming about, planning for, and realizing a smarter, cleaner, more enduring Oregon neighborhood. Its core to our DNA and we haven’t stopped since we started in 1888. We energize lives, strengthen communities and drive advancements in energy that promote social, economic and environmental progress. We’re always on the lookout for people passionate about leading and being a part of teams that are advancing innovative clean energy solutions that are also affordable and accessible to all.

Job Summary

The Security Equipment Operations Specialist will be responsible for security equipment such as badge readers, video management systems (dvr), bosch panels, alarms systems, fence fiber, and Lenel/Milestone programming across our sites, being aware of the CIP regulations required by NERC/FERC and the security necessary to protect these sites. The Security Equipment Operations Specialist will install certificates for all of our security devices on an annual basis, conduct annual inspections at sites assigned to them, and assist in being a subject matter expert on capital jobs where there is a security scope at substation rebuilds or new substation construction.

We're hiring for a position open to both Security Equipment Operations Specialist and Senior Security Equipment Operations Specialist candidates. The level will be determined based on the successful applicant's qualifications, experience, and demonstrated skills during the interview process.

Career Level Summary

Security Equipment Operations Specialist: Requires in-depth knowledge and experience. Uses best practices and knowledge of internal or external business issues to improve products or services. Solves complex problems; takes a new perspective using existing solutions. Works independently, receives minimal guidance. Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience.

Senior Security Equipment Operations Specialist: Professional requires specialized depth and/or breadth of expertise. Interprets internal or external business issues and recommends best practices. Solves complex problems and takes a broad perspective to identify innovative solutions. Works independently, with guidance in only the most complex situations. May lead functional teams or projects.

Key Responsibilities

Security Equipment Operations Specialist:

Administer Security Management System May participate in developing strategies, policies, practices, processes and standards for the Security Management System; determines if the system (access controls, intrusion alarms and video surveillance) is compliant with regulatory requirements and industry best practices; participates in providing and revoking physical access controls to work areas based on corporate security and business unit needs; documents, analyzes and reports on personnel access rights and enforcement of policies for physical security access controls as assigned; serves as a resource on the Security Management System providing technical information and problem solving to end users on security and access issues.
Security Installation and Upgrade Projects Collaborates on projects to install and upgrade security systems; participates in assessing business needs and determining if new security products or upgrades are needed or viable; assists in planning projects and conducting reviews for progress and to ensure tasks are completed.
Regulatory Compliance Reviews Participates in periodic compliance reviews, certifications and audits related to FERC/NERC/WECC Reliability and CIP Standards; recommends procedures, business practices and protocols to enhance compliance with FERC regulations while balancing the employee occupational needs.
Conduct Site Visits Participates in site visits (planned as well as random, unannounced) to inspect security systems; ensures the systems are operational and confirms that agreed-upon policy and operating procedures are being followed.
Investigations May respond to security-related incidents and participate in investigating and evaluating incidents; may identify and recommend changes or corrective action to prevent future incidents.
Research As assigned, research regulatory changes in physical security requirements and emerging industry trends and best practices applicable to physical security access controls; recommends process changes and supports implementation efforts.
Technical Oversight and Training Participates in training security contractors and delegated PGE personnel on the operation of the Security Management System.

Senior Security Equipment Operations Specialist:

Administer Security Management System May develop or lead others in developing strategy, policies, practices, processes and standards for the Security Management System; ensures the system (access controls, intrusion alarms and video surveillance) is compliant with regulatory requirements and industry best practices; leads and/or coordinates providing and revoking physical access controls to work areas based on corporate security and business unit needs; documents, analyzes and reports on personnel access rights and enforcement of policies for physical security access controls; serves as subject matter expert on the Security Management System providing expertise and problem solving to end users on security and access issues.
Security Installation and Upgrade Projects Manages and oversees projects to install and upgrade security systems; assesses business needs and determines if new security products or upgrades are needed or viable; plans projects, including scope, resources and scheduling; conducts reviews for progress and to ensure tasks are completed.
Regulatory Compliance Reviews Completes periodic compliance reviews, certifications and audits related to FERC/NERC/WECC Reliability and CIP Standards; develops and implements procedures, business practices and protocols to enhance compliance with FERC regulations while balancing the employee occupational needs.
Conduct Site Visits Oversees or leads site visits (planned as well as random, unannounced) to inspect security systems; ensures the systems are operational and confirms that agreed-upon policy and operating procedures are being followed.
Investigations May respond to, investigate and evaluate security-related incidents; may solicit technical and substantive expert assistance to resolve security problems; may identify and recommend changes or corrective action to prevent future incidents.
Research Researches regulatory changes in physical security requirements and emerging industry trends and best practices applicable to physical security access controls; adapts processes and procedures to align with best practices; leads implementation efforts.
Technical Oversight and Training Oversees and trains security contractors and delegated PGE personnel on the operation of the Security Management System to ensure effective and efficient operations in accordance with departmental objectives.

Qualifications

Education:

Security Equipment Operations Specialist - Requires a bachelor’s degree in business, law enforcement, IT or other related field or equivalent experience.
Senior Security Equipment Operations Specialist - Requires a bachelor’s degree in business, law enforcement, IT or other related field or equivalent experience.

Experience:

Security Equipment Operations Specialist -Typically five or more years in security, regulatory compliance or in a related field.
Senior Security Equipment Operations Specialist - Typically eight or more years in security, regulatory compliance or in a related field.

Valid Driver’s License Required.

Competencies

Functional Competencies (Security Equipment Operations/Senior Security Equipment Operations):

Intermediate/Advanced knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures and strategies to promote effective security operations for the protection of personnel, property, assets, and/or material
Intermediate/Advanced knowledge of the NERC CIP reliability standards, regulations and requirements Advanced skills in administering a security management system, including physical access control protocols
Intermediate/Advanced knowledge of law enforcement practices and methodologies as applied to security related activities
Intermediate/Advanced Computer skills in using Outlook, MS Office, MS Project, and Visio

General Competencies:

Intermediate/Advanced analytical thinking skills
Intermediate/Advanced influence skills
Advanced/Advanced to expert interpersonal skills, depending on position
Intermediate/Advanced organization and prioritization skills
Intermediate/Advanced presentation and facilitation skills
Intermediate/Advanced problem-solving skills
Intermediate/Advanced project management skills
Intermediate/Advanced written and oral communication skills

Physical, Schedule/Attendance and Cognitive Demands

Cognitive:

Ability to adhere to set response times, deadlines and time-sensitive tasks
Ability to follow accuracy standards
Ability to follow through on decision-making tasks
Ability to interact effectively and collaboratively within a team environment
Ability to communicate and problem solve when under stress
Ability to respond and adapt to frequent change
Ability to accept and demonstrate self-awareness when provided constructive feedback
Ability to discern feedback and acknowledge ownership of areas of improvement
Ability to avoid future mistakes by applying reasonable skills to new but similar work situations or tasks
Ability to successfully collaborate with peers, managers and others within the organization
Demonstrates sound memory Ability to process new information to be applied consistently to work tasks

Schedule/Attendance:

Ability to work long hours
Ability to work a variable schedule
Ability to report to work and perform work during periods of severe inclement weather
Ability to consistently meet attendance standards for regular, reliable, predictable, full-time attendance

Physical Capabilities:

Driving/travel/commute: Daily within service territory - Frequently (at least once a week or more)
Computer use (use computer regularly for entire work shift)
Lifting/pushing/pulling: Up to 10 lbs.
Lifting/pushing/pulling: Up to 50 lbs.
Lifting/pushing/pulling: More than 50 lbs.
Carrying: Up to 10 lbs.
Carrying: Up to 50 lbs.
Carrying: More than 50 lbs.
Unstable surfaces requiring balance (i.e., moving equipment, boats) (check all that apply):
- Elevated areas (i.e., catwalks, roofs and high buildings)
- Confined spaces
- Walking distances and surfaces (long distances and over rough, uneven or rocky surfaces)
- Stairs (over 10 steps)
- Ladders (over 10 rungs)

Environment - Indoor/Outdoor (check all that apply):

Office
Plant
Field

PGE supports hybrid flexible work arrangements; and will have a combination of in-the-office and working offsite. However, these arrangements may change due to business needs or changes in responsibility.

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Compensation Range:

$87,225.00 - $173,875.00

In addition, this position is eligible for a performance-based incentive bonus. Actual total compensation is commensurate with experience, skills, and education

PGE believes in rewarding dedicated performance. We provide a total rewards package that is designed to reward your contributions to the company, and, at the same time, support your well-being and professional development, both now and into the future. To find out more, click

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Job Summary

JOB TYPE

Full Time

INDUSTRY

Utilities

SALARY

$57k-84k (estimate)

POST DATE

03/23/2024

EXPIRATION DATE

07/04/2024

WEBSITE

portlandgeneral.com

HEADQUARTERS

PORTLAND, OR

SIZE

3,000 - 7,500

FOUNDED

1889

CEO

MARIA M POPE

REVENUE

$1B - $3B

INDUSTRY

Utilities

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About Portland General Electric

For more than 125 years, weve been powering our community and helping connect Oregonians to what matters most to them. Today, were focused on delivering energy that is safe, clean, reliable, affordable and secure. Our world and our industry are faced with new and exciting challenges driven by evolving technology, changing customer expectations and a shared desire for a cleaner energy future. Every day, we take new steps that get us closer to the energy transformation we want to see in Oregon. Why does this mission matter so much to the people who work at PGE? Because we live here, too.