Security Operations Lead - Site & Incident Response

southerncompany; Gulfport (MS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Mississippi Power in Gulfport, MS is seeking a Security Operations Specialist to oversee contract guard operations and strengthen protection of personnel, assets, and critical infrastructure. The role supports Corporate Security programs, NERC CIP physical security requirements, and site-specific procedures while providing project support.

You will lead security projects, maintain situational awareness, generate incident reports, monitor access and CCTV, and coordinate with law enforcement and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate or bachelor's degree in criminal justice, security management, or related field preferred.
• 3+ years’ experience in security or related agencies required.
• Working knowledge of physical security operations including patrol, access control, alarm response, and CCTV monitoring.
• Familiarity with electronic security systems (CCURE, Avigilon).
• Understanding of Corporate Security policies and guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Lead physical security projects and oversee complex assignments as the site’s security expert.
• Maintain situational awareness and manage incidents effectively.
• Prepare accurate incident reports, logs, and documentation; conduct patrols and moderate access control, CCTV monitoring.
• Review guard reports and enforce company policies and site rules; oversee visitor processing and badging.
• Coordinate drills, training, and continuous improvement initiatives; provide guard training for readiness.

Skills

Security operations

Patrol

Access control

Alarm response

CCTV monitoring

Policy compliance

Customer service

Incident response

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate or bachelor’s degree in criminal justice or security management

Tools

CCURE

Avigilon

Job description

Mississippi Power in Gulfport, MS is seeking a Security Operations Specialist to oversee contract guard operations and strengthen protection of personnel, assets, and critical infrastructure. The role supports Corporate Security programs, NERC CIP physical security requirements, and site-specific procedures while providing project support.

You will lead security projects, maintain situational awareness, generate incident reports, monitor access and CCTV, and coordinate with law enforcement and