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Nuclear Security Officer

Entergy
Port Gibson, MS Full Time
POSTED ON 4/8/2026 CLOSED ON 5/13/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nuclear Security Officer position at Entergy?

Job Title: Nuclear Security Officer

Work Place Flexibility: Onsite

Legal Entity: Entergy Operations, Inc.-EOI

  • This posting will fill 6 positions**

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Control entry processing of all individuals into protected and vital areas of the plant by verifying identity and authorization to enter.
  • Conduct personnel and vehicle searches that are required in accordance with the plant security requirements.
  • Respond to intrusion alarms as directed by the response team leader or as a security officer on patrol.
  • Deter attempts by unauthorized persons seeking to enter protected or vital areas of the plant.
  • Make scheduled and unscheduled patrols of the protected and vital areas of the plant.
  • Report all observed security and safety violations.
  • Keep a record of patrols.
  • Secure, protect, and assist at accidents, fires, and similar areas of mishap until relieved.
  • Perform as armed escort for persons or vehicles as required by the Security Plan.
  • Operate company vehicle during patrol of Owner Controlled Area.
  • Conduct operational tests of intrusion detection, and contraband detection equipment according to documented procedures.
  • Must be able to work a rotating 12-hour shift which includes holidays and weekends.
  • Must be able to respond and report to work during emergency or other call-ins and work in adverse weather conditions.

Minimum Qualifications For The Position

Qualifications, Experience, & Physical Requirements:

  • Minimum of 21 years of age (required age for necessary firearms permits)
  • Valid state driver's license and ability to meet company driving standards.
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills.
  • Must be able to comprehend and pass all tests in accordance with the Security Training and Qualification Plan.
  • Must be able to obtain initial and maintain annual weapons qualifications.
  • Must meet requirements of NRC psychological testing regulations.
  • Must satisfy all nuclear regulatory elements to obtain and maintain unescorted access.
  • Have physical stamina for walking, climbing, etc., as required in Nuclear Regulatory Commission Regulations.
  • Demonstrate ability to understand and effectively react to situations of adversity with people and resolve them with tact, diplomacy, and courtesy.

Desired Qualifications

  • Commercial, military or law enforcement security experience.
  • Technical understanding of nuclear generation principles and operation.

Primary Location: Mississippi-Port Gibson Mississippi : Port Gibson

Job Function: All Other Jobs

FLSA Status: Nonexempt

Relocation Option: No Relocation Offered

Union description/code: GG-SPFPA Loc 36-Security

Number of Openings: 6

Req ID: 123077

Travel Percentage:Up to 25%

An Equal Opportunity Employer, Minority/Female/Disability/Vets. Please click here to view the EEI page, or see statements below.

EEO Statement: The Entergy System of Companies provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. The Entergy System of Companies complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

The Entergy System of Companies expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of the Entergy System of Company employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated.

Accessibility: Entergy provides reasonable accommodations for online applicants. Requests for a reasonable accommodation may be made orally or in writing by an applicant, employee, or third party on his or her behalf. If you are an individual with a disability and you are in need of an accommodation for the recruiting process please click here and provide your name, contact number, the accommodation requested and the requisition number that you are requesting the accommodation for. Employee Services will contact you regarding your request.

Additional Responsibilities: As a provider of essential services, Entergy expects its employees to be available to work additional hours, to work in alternate locations, and/or to perform additional duties in connection with storms, outages, emergencies, or other situations as deemed necessary by the company. Exempt employees may not be paid overtime associated with such duties.

Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal

The non-confidential portions of the affirmative action program for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans shall be available for inspection upon request by any employee or applicant for employment. Please contact HRCompliance@entergy.com to schedule a time to review the affirmative action plan during regular office hours.

Working Conditions

As a provider of essential services, Entergy expects its employees to be available to work additional hours, to work in alternate locations, and/or to perform additional duties in connection with storms, outages, emergencies, or other situations as deemed necessary by the company. Exempt employees may not be paid overtime associated with such duties.

Please note: Authorization to work in the United States is a precondition to employment in this position. Entergy will not sponsor candidates for work visas for this position.

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