Contract Security Operations Lead

Akima; West Paducah (KY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Akima, in partnership with TVA, seeks a Contract Security Supervisor to oversee daily security operations at TVA non-nuclear facilities across Tennessee, Mississippi, and Kentucky. Based in West Paducah, KY with primary location Knoxville, TN.

You will supervise Contract Security Officers, manage access control, patrols, incident response, and reporting, ensuring compliance and safety while coordinating with TVA personnel.

Qualifications

• Two years of successful field supervisory experience in security or related fields.
• Strong leadership, communication, documentation, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with access control, patrol operations, incident response, and security principles.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily security operations at TVA non-nuclear facilities across TN, MS, KY.
• Supervise Contract Security Officers; manage staffing, scheduling, and training.
• Maintain compliance with TVA policies, procedures, and regulations; coordinate with TVA personnel.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Documentation

Scheduling

Problem-solving

Team building

Independent work

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Criminal justice or security management studies (preferred)

Tools

Scheduling software

Reporting platforms

Job description

Akima, in partnership with TVA, seeks a Contract Security Supervisor to oversee daily security operations at TVA non-nuclear facilities across Tennessee, Mississippi, and Kentucky. Based in West Paducah, KY with primary location Knoxville, TN.

You will supervise Contract Security Officers, manage access control, patrols, incident response, and reporting, ensuring compliance and safety while coordinating with TVA personnel.