Armed Security Officer - Critical Infrastructure

Tampa Electric; Brandon (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

401k with company match

Pension plan

Paid time off

Paid Holiday time

Medical, Prescription Drug, & Dental

Tuition Assistance Program

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness Programs

On-site Fitness Centers

Bonus Plan

Job summary

Tampa Electric is seeking a Security Officer to safeguard energy infrastructure at Lake Kathy Brandon, FL and other TECO sites. This armed role requires patrolling, monitoring CCTV, and enforcing access controls to protect facilities.

Candidates must have a High school diploma, 4 years of relevant security experience, a valid Florida Class G license, and firearms proficiency. TECO offers competitive pay and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of experience in law enforcement, military or security.
• Experience in critical infrastructure protection or energy sector security preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct scheduled and unscheduled roving patrols of facility perimeter, access points, and interior zones.
• Monitor surveillance systems (CCTV, motion detectors, etc.) and report suspicious activity.
• Verify credentials of personnel, contractors, and visitors entering sites and enforce access controls.
• Respond to alarms, emergencies, and incidents following established protocols and coordinate with local authorities as needed.
• Maintain detailed logs of patrols, incidents, and observations; complete incident reports and shift handover documentation.

Skills

Situational awareness

Calm under pressure

Communication skills

Security technology

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CCTV

Access control systems

Radios

Job description

Tampa Electric is seeking a Security Officer to safeguard energy infrastructure at Lake Kathy Brandon, FL and other TECO sites. This armed role requires patrolling, monitoring CCTV, and enforcing access controls to protect facilities.

Candidates must have a High school diploma, 4 years of relevant security experience, a valid Florida Class G license, and firearms proficiency. TECO offers competitive pay and comprehensive benefits.