SOC Operator Corporate Security

CenterPoint Energy; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid training

Benefits from day one

Transit subsidies

Flexible schedule

On-site wellness center

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) with match

Job summary

CenterPoint Energy seeks a Security Operations Center (SOC) Operator in Houston to join a 24/7 operation that protects company properties, employees, and stakeholders. The role involves using various security systems to detect, triage, and alert on routine and critical incidents.

The position requires 3+ years in a security operations environment, strong written communication, and proficiency with MS Office and security software. Shift work includes a Panama schedule with day and night rotations.

Qualifications

• Three (3) or more years of experience in a Corporate Physical Security Operations Center, 911 dispatch, alarm monitoring, or similar environment is preferred.
• Experience writing reports and emails with proper grammar, spelling, punctuation, and word use is required.
• Experience and comfort using Microsoft Office programs (Outlook, Word, SharePoint, Teams) is required; experience with video management and incident reporting systems is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Answer security-related inquiries and intake reports in a calm, professional manner.
• Monitor access control, video management, life-safety, phone, radio, dispatch, and mass-notification systems.
• Escalate and communicate clearly to security management during incidents; document incident details.
• Dispatch and coordinate responses to incidents including medical, burglar, fire, or duress events.
• Liaise with law enforcement, fire departments, or other emergency responders as needed.
• Familiarize with SOC procedures and facility layouts; improve security posture with stakeholders.
• Conduct preliminary incident investigations and assist specialists.

Skills

English language

Communication

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

MS Office

Video management systems

Job description

CenterPoint Energy and its predecessor companies have been in business for more than 150 years.

Our Vision: Our vision is to become the most admired utility in the United States through the execution of our long-term growth strategy. We have an unwavering commitment to safely and reliably deliver electricity and natural gas to millions of people.

Our Commitment: CenterPoint Energy is committed to creating an inclusive work environment where business results are achieved through the skills, abilities and talents of our diverse workforce.

At CenterPoint Energy, individuals are respected for their contributions toward our company objectives. We strive for an inclusive work environment across all levels that is reflective of the available workforce in the communities we serve.

Job Summary

The Security Operations Center (SOC) Operator will be responsible for shift work in the SOC, a 24/7 operation center, which provides physical security support to all CenterPoint Energy properties, employees, and other stakeholders. The SOC is the primary point of contact for all physical security issues and incidents. Using various technical security systems and monitoring software, the SOC Operator is responsible for the detection, triage, and alerting of routine and critical security incidents. The SOC Operator will be responsible for the escalation of critical security incidents and may assist with incident management.

Please note: SOC operators work a modified Panama schedule configuration which includes both day and night shifts.

Essential Functions

• Answer physical security-related inquires and intake reports of security/safety issues in a calm, reassuring, and professional manner.
• Monitor and operate various technical security systems including access control, video management, life-safety, phone, radio, dispatch, and mass-notification systems to detect and facilitate the response to potential security/safety issues.
• Provide appropriate escalation and prepare clear and concise communications to security management and other stakeholders during incidents. Document incident details and track security resources.
• Dispatch and coordinate response to incidents. Responses may be to medical emergencies, burglar, fire, duress alarms or other events or needs.
• Provide liaison with law enforcement, fire department, or other emergency response organizations related to emergencies.
• Maintain familiarity with SOC procedures, layouts of covered facilities, security programs and associated policies. Partner with various facility stakeholders to resolve security incidents and improve the security posture of the site.
• Conduct preliminary incident investigations and provide assistance to specialists in all investigations.
• Uses security systems and logs to confirm authorization of individuals requesting access to secured areas of company property.
• Remotely grant access, as appropriate.
• Remain flexible to an ever-changing environment and adapt well to different situations.
• Assist with other corporate security assignments, as directed.

Education Description

High school degree or equivalency required; Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred.

Experience

• Three (3) or more years of experience working in a Corporate Physical Security Operations Center, 911 dispatch center, alarm monitoring center, or similar environment is preferred.
• Previous experience writing reports and emails using proper grammar, spelling, punctuation, and word use is required.
• Previous experience and comfortability using Microsoft Office programs (Outlook, Word, SharePoint, Teams) is required; Previous experience with video management and/or incident reporting systems is preferred.
• Native or expert knowledge of English language for speaking, writing, and reading is required. Knowledge of other languages, particularly Spanish, is a plus.
• Friendly, outgoing demeanor with previous customer service experience is preferred.

We want you to know

Being a part of the CenterPoint Energy team is more than a career alone. It's an opportunity to make a positive impact. You will be an integral part of enabling everyday life and the pursuit of possibilities for the customers we serve and the communities we share. The vital services we provide are at the core of making our world work, and by sharing your energy with us, we'll create a better tomorrow together.

What we bring to you

• Competitive pay
• Paid training
• Benefits eligibility begins on your first day
• Transit subsidies
• Flexible work schedule, paid holidays and paid time off
• Access to discounts at fitness clubs and an on-site wellness center at our headquarters in Houston
• Professional growth and development programs including tuition reimbursement
• 401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match dollar-for-dollar up to 6% and a company contribution of 3% regardless of your contribution

Job Type: Full Time
Posting Start Date: 09/09/2026
Posting End Date: 09/18/2026

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR * 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a), and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.

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