Armed Security Specialist: Access & Incident Response

Mississippi Power Co; Birmingham, Northern (AL, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern Company Services in Birmingham, AL is seeking a Security Officer responsible for protecting personnel and assets. The role involves armed security tactics, screenings, and security event response across the company footprint.

Candidate should have or pursue related certifications, be able to work shifts, and meet firearm qualifications. Travel for training or storm duty may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's/associate degree preferred or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Training certification reflecting knowledge of business practices required by industry standards.
• Must be available to work shift work, holidays, overtime, during inclement weather, call out and able to work at designated Company location.
• Law enforcement, military, armed private or armed industrial security experience preferred
• Must pass psychological test, drug test, firearms evaluation, and Insider Threat Program (for designated security positions).
• Must qualify for firearm use and re-qualify annually with semi-auto pistol and/or shotgun/rifle.
• Must qualify for and obtain a valid state firearm permit and driver’s license.
• Successful annual qualification with all company issued firearms is required.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Knowledge of Software House CCURE is preferred.
• Knowledge of Avigilon Video Management System (VMS) Software is preferred.
• Have excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Superior computer skills, e.g., Microsoft Word, Excel, Microsoft Office, etc.
• Ability to work and make decisions with minimal direct supervision within policies and procedures.
• Respond to complex technical inquiries regarding access application systems.
• Proficiency with access application systems functioning at an operator level.
• Coordinate and liaison with Operating Company and Corporate Security groups.
• Willingness to travel for training, storm duty, or potential security circumstances.
• Evaluate and determine appropriate action in response to PSP intrusion events.
• Use sound logic to identify alternative solutions to problems.
• Deal effectively with individuals under stressful conditions and multitask as a team.
• Actively listen and communicate effectively to build relationships.
• Multi-task and perform data entry while on calls.
• Stay current with relevant technology and continuously learn.
• Demonstrate strong ethics and handle sensitive information.
• Learn and enforce policies and procedures.
• Direct and control vehicle and pedestrian traffic.
• Wear and maintain PPE.
• Perform physical activity like running, walking, and lifting.

Skills

Communication skills

Decision making

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's/Associate degree

Tools

CCURE Security Software

Avigilon VMS

MS Office

Job description

Southern Company Services in Birmingham, AL is seeking a Security Officer responsible for protecting personnel and assets. The role involves armed security tactics, screenings, and security event response across the company footprint.

Candidate should have or pursue related certifications, be able to work shifts, and meet firearm qualifications. Travel for training or storm duty may be required.