Technical Security Programs Analyst

Direct Energy Business; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

NRG Energy’s Enterprise Security team seeks a Technical Security Programs Analyst to coordinate with stakeholders and support the delivery of security services across the organization. This role reports to the Manager, Enterprise Security Programs and focuses on developing enterprise security solutions while supporting cross-functional teams.

The ideal candidate will bring at least 1 year of project management experience, knowledge of access control, CCTV and intrusion alarm systems, plus strong

Qualifications

• Requires Associate’s Degree in Business, IT, Security Management, Criminal Justice or related field (preferred).
• Minimum 1 year of experience in project management.
• Knowledge of access control, CCTV, and intrusion alarm systems.
• Proven leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to adapt to evolving project requirements and industry trends.
• Knowledge of construction and project methodology.

Responsibilities

• Project Planning: Track project goals and timelines; coordinate with internal teams and project coordinators.
• Leadership: Coordinate full lifecycle of low voltage and physical security systems projects; ensure alignment with client expectations and internal objectives.
• Client Engagement: Coordinate with project stakeholders and sponsors, maintain strong relationships, and coordinate with external contractors.
• Scope & Risk Management: Define and Track project scope; identify risks and implement mitigation strategies.
• Design: Coordinate with Security Engineers to prepare pre-project packages for presentation to the business based on operational goals provided in risk assessment.
• Coordinate: Prioritize projects based on risk assessment and project impact.
• Team Oversight: Support cross-functional teams; Track tasks and foster a collaborative work environment.
• Budget Management: Track project budgets; provide financial updates to leadership.
• Quality Control: Conduct on-site reviews to ensure project standards and timelines are met.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Analytical skills

Adaptability

Education

Associate’s Degree in Business, IT, Security Management, Criminal Justice or related field

Tools

Access control systems

CCTV

Intrusion alarm systems

Job description

Date: Aug 11, 2026
Location:
Houston, TX, US, 77010
Company: NRG

As an NRG employee, we encourage you to take charge of your career and development journey. We invite you to explore exciting opportunities across our businesses. You’ll find that our dynamic work environment provides variety and challenge. Your growth is key to our ongoing success—take the lead in shaping your career development, goals and future!

NRG is leading a customer-driven change in the U.S. energy industry by delivering cleaner and smarter energy choices, while building on the strength of the nation’s largest and most diverse competitive power portfolio. A Fortune 500 company, we create value through reliable and efficient conventional generation while driving innovation in solar and renewable power, carbon capture technology and customer-centric energy solutions. Our retail electricity providers serve almost 3 million residential and commercial customers throughout the country.

Overview

The Technical Security Programs Analyst will be a key contributor to the Enterprise Security function of a Fortune 500 company. This position, reporting to the Manager, Enterprise Security Programs, will coordinate with various stakeholders across the Company in order to support the delivery of technical security services. Additionally, this position will work closely with other members of the Enterprise Security team to assist the development of enterprise security solutions.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

• Project Planning: Track project goals and timelines; coordinate with internal teams and project coordinators.
• Leadership: Coordinate full lifecycle of low voltage and physical security systems projects; ensure alignment with client expectations and internal objectives.
• Client Engagement: Coordinate with project stakeholders and sponsors, maintain strong relationships, and coordinate with external contractors.
• Scope & Risk Management: Define and Track project scope; identify risks and implement mitigation strategies.
• Design: Coordinate with Security Engineers to prepare pre-project packages for presentation to the business based on operational goals provided in risk assessment.
• Coordinate: Prioritize projects based on risk assessment and project impact.
• Team Oversight: Support cross-functional teams; Track tasks and foster a collaborative work environment.
• Budget Management: Track project budgets; provide financial updates to leadership.
• Quality Control: Conduct on-site reviews to ensure project standards and timelines are met.

Education/Experience

• Associate’s Degree in Business, Information Technology, Security Management, Criminal Justice or a related field is preferred.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in project management.
• Working Knowledge of access control, CCTV, and intrusion alarm systems.
• Proven leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to adapt to evolving project requirements and industry trends.
• Knowledge of construction and project methodology required.

Additional Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• The ability to build relationships across various levels of leadership throughout the organization.
• Exceptional analytical skills.
• Solid initiative and follow-through, with ability to overcome hurdles and keep projects moving despite limited resources.
• Exceptional teamwork.
• Excellent communication skills.

Working Conditions

Work is normally in an office environment. However, work is often performed at various locations where NRG may be located or seek to develop locations, sometimes under stressful conditions and/or in unpleasant locations or environments with various risk, during all kinds of weather and frequently in addition to and after normal working hours at night, on weekends or holidays. Ability to travel extensively on short notice is required.

Employee is required to respond by telephone or in person during on-duty and off-duty hours.

NRG Energy is committed to a drug and alcohol free workplace. To the extent permitted by law and any applicable collective bargaining agreement, employees are subject to periodic random drug testing, and post-accident and reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol testing. EOE AA M/F/Protected Veteran Status/Disability.

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Level, Title and/or Salary may be adjusted based on the applicant's experience or skills.

NRG Energy is committed to a drug and alcohol-free workplace. To the extent permitted by law and any applicable collective bargaining agreement, employees are subject to periodic random drug testing, and post-accident and reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol testing. EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability. Level, Title and/or Salary may be adjusted based on the applicant's experience or skills.

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