Physical Security Systems Analyst 1, 2, Senior

SRP; Tempe (AZ); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension Plan

401(k) plan with employer matching

Medical, vision, dental, and life ins.

Over 200+ hours of PTO

Parental leave and adoption assistance

Job summary

Salt River Project (SRP) in Tempe, AZ, is seeking a Physical Security Systems Analyst at multiple levels to lead access control, video surveillance, and related infrastructure.

You will manage multi‑million‑dollar projects, oversee vendors, and coordinate with IT, Facilities, and operations to deliver integrated security solutions that support reliability and continuity of SRP’s critical services. Hybrid work is offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Experience with physical security technologies.
• Strong communication and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, implementation, and lifecycle maintenance of physical security systems for SRP facilities.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and ensure successful deployments.
• Develop and maintain system architecture, standards, and device specifications.
• Manage security system projects from planning to budgeting and stakeholder communication.
• Oversee vendor activities and service quality, ensuring SRP standards.
• Develop preventive maintenance programs and performance dashboards.

Skills

Security systems

Vendor management

IT infrastructure

Documentation

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

C-CURE

Genetec

Job description

Physical Security Systems Analyst 1, 2, Senior

Location: Tempe, AZ, US

SRP is one of the largest public power and water utilities in the U.S. providing electricity to approximately one million customers in the greater metropolitan Phoenix area. Since its founding in 1903, SRP has fostered a culture of stewardship and customer service consistently ranking as an industry leader in customer service according to J.D. Power and named one of Arizona's best employers by Forbes. SRP continues to adapt to its changing business environment by seeking innovative ways to reimagine utility service and the provision of critical resources essential to the life and economy of Arizona.

Join us in building a better future for Arizona!

Why Work at SRP

At SRP, we foster an inclusive work environment and believe everyone should have a fair chance to work, regardless of who they are. That’s why we value teams with diverse perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds to help SRP deliver on its mission of providing reliable, affordable and sustainable water and power.

SRP's success is rooted in our employees' happiness, health, and safety. That's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package to meet the needs of our employees and enhance their well-being. In addition to competitive pay and performance incentives, eligible employees can take advantage of the following benefits:

• Pension Plan (at no cost to the employee)
• 401(k) plan with employer matching
• Available your first day: Medical, vision, dental, and life insurance
• Over 200+ hours of PTO (includes vacation days, holidays, floating holidays, and sick leave)
• Parental leave (up to 4 weeks) and adoption assistance
• Wellness programs (including access to a recreation and fitness facility)
• Short and long-term disability plans
• Tuition assistance for both undergraduate and graduate programs
• 10 Employee Resource Groups for career development, community service, and networking

Summary

Responsible for providing strategic leadership and full lifecycle management of SRP’s enterprise physical security systems, including access control, video surveillance, intrusion detection, intercom platforms, and related infrastructure. This role manages complex, multi‑million‑dollar projects and service programs, oversees vendor relationships, and partners closely with Security Operations, IT, Facilities, Power Generation, Substation teams, and locksmith operations to deliver scalable, integrated security solutions that enhance operational reliability and business continuity. Additionally, the position drives system design, implementation, operations, and optimization while ensuring alignment with organizational objectives, regulatory requirements, and corporate security standards.

• Lead the design, implementation, and lifecycle maintenance of physical security systems for new construction projects, facility expansions, renovations, substations, generating stations and technology upgrades across SRP facilities.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements, align on best practices, and ensure successful implementation of physical security technologies.
• Develop and maintain system architecture documentation, technical standards, and device specifications.
• Manage full security system project lifecycles, including planning, scheduling, budgeting, resource allocation, and stakeholder communication.
• Oversee vendor activities, ensuring proper systems installation, commissioning, service quality, and adherence to SRP standards.
• Develop and administer preventive maintenance programs, including schedules, service‑level expectations, and performance tracking.
• Administer access control and video management platforms, ensuring proper configuration, user roles, and compliance with security policies.
• Plan and execute full lifecycle management of physical security system software and firmware, including initial deployment, configuration and integration, testing and validation, routine updates and patching, platform upgrades, and comprehensive change management documentation.
• Develop and maintain business continuity and disaster recovery plans for critical physical security applications, ensuring alignment with corporate requirements.
• Create dashboards, metrics, and analytics reporting to drive operational visibility, compliance tracking, and data‑driven decisions.
• Partner with IT teams on network configurations, cybersecurity requirements, certificate management, and integration of security platforms with enterprise IT systems, such as identity and access management tools.
• Support API‑based integrations and automation initiatives that improve security platforms operational efficiency.
• Participate in lifecycle planning and capital budgeting for security system infrastructure.
• Research, evaluate, and test emerging security technologies to identify opportunities for innovation and enhancement.
• Perform other job‑related functions as assigned to support SRP’s physical security objectives.

Education

A bachelor's degree relevant to the assignment from an accredited institution is preferred.

Experience

• For a Level 1 (Associate), a minimum of no previous years of experience to two years related experience is required (if no degree, four‑six years of relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and related experience totaling four‑six years).
• For a Level 2 (Journey), a minimum of two years of experience to four years related experience is required (if no degree, six‑eight years of relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and related experience totaling six‑eight years).
• For a Level 3 (Senior), a minimum of five years of related experience is required (if no degree, nine years of relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and related experience totaling nine years).

Additional Requirements and Qualifications

• Exceptional written and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to tailor information to technical teams, executives, and end users.
• Demonstrated ability to engage and coordinate with internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong understanding of physical security technologies, system design principles, and IT infrastructure; experience with C‑CURE and Genetec strongly preferred.
• Solid knowledge of network systems, architectures, and protocols.
• Experience managing and maintaining computers, servers, and related hardware supporting security systems.
• Proven success leading technical projects, managing vendors, and overseeing service programs.
• Ability to define and implement governance structures, technical standards, and integration strategies.
• Strong documentation, organizational, and status‑reporting skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and complex initiatives in a fast‑paced environment.
• Manufacturer certifications for access control and video platforms preferred.
• Project management or security certifications (e.g., PMP, PSP, CPP) preferred.
• IT certifications (e.g., Network+, CCNA, Security+) preferred.

Hybrid Workplace

SRP currently offers a hybrid workplace, which allows employees whose jobs can be performed remotely, and who have sufficient technical capability, to telework up to three days per week. Although teleworking is available, all employees must live and work in Arizona.

Drug/Alcohol Policy Statement

To promote the safety and well-being of our employees, customers, and the communities we serve, SRP is committed to maintaining a drug/alcohol free work environment. Although marijuana may now be legal in Arizona, except as otherwise specified under Arizona law, SRP considers it to be an illegal drug for the purpose of our drug/alcohol policy because marijuana remains illegal at the federal level. Any candidate found to be impaired during the hiring process or who has the presence of an illegal drug or unauthorized substance in their system during the pre‑employment drug/alcohol test may be disqualified from further consideration in the hiring process.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Salt River Project (SRP) is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state or local law.

Work Authorization

All candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
Currently, SRP does not sponsor H1B visas, OPT, or other employment‑related visa's.