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PG&E Physical Security Specialist in Oakland, California
Physical Security Specialist
Location: Oakland, California
Requisition ID # 171625-en_US
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Our IT professionals are at the enterprise's core, leveraging modern technology to deliver safe and reliable energy to our customers. We use AI, the cloud, data science, and the latest tools and programming languages to solve hard, interesting problems and tackle challenges like the ever-growing threat of climate change, wildfires, and breaches of cyber security. Join us and experience the satisfaction of being a technology enabler for a company that leads the industry in innovation.
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Benefits
PG&E is proud to provide a comprehensive benefits program to help you take care of your physical, emotional and financial health. In addition to the offerings below, you can expect inclusive programs in areas such as performance recognition, training and employee development, mentoring and more.
Paid Time Off
Vacation, Sick Hours, Holidays, Family Leave
Employee Resource Groups
16 ERGs at the core of our DEIB culture that support employee development and foster business relationships
Professional Development
Leadership and Employee Development Courses, LinkedIn Learning, Mentoring Program and up to $8,000 for Tuition Reimbursement
Healthcare
Low-Cost Medical, Dental, Life/Accident/Disability Insurance and Free Vision
Healthcare & Dependent Care FSA
Pre-tax employee-funded accounts that cover certain out-of-pocket medical and dependent care expenses
Retirement Plans
401(k) Matching up to 8% AND Cash Balance Pension (no cost to you)
Job Details
Requisition ID # 171625
Job Category: Real Estate / Facilities
Job Level: Individual Contributor
Business Unit: Information Technology
Work Type: Hybrid
Job Location: Oakland
Department Overview
Corporate Security Department at PG&E is responsible for ensuring the Safety and Security of the enterprise. The department provides services for Physical Security Operations, Enterprise Investigations, Communication Operations and Risk Management across the organization.
Position Summary
The Physical Security Specialist provides oversight and management to guards and contracted security services, performs security assessments and audits on PG&E’s facilities, serves as a main point of contact for all physical security related issues, and partners with both technology solutions and investigation teams for planning, projects, and incident management.
The headquarters’ location will be the Oakland Service Center with extensive travel within the assigned territory. The assigned area of responsibility is West Alameda County and San Francisco. It’s preferred that the successful residence is within the area of responsibility given the nature of the role.
The role is hybrid working from your remote office, your assigned HQ location, and in the field, all based on business needs or company requirements.
Job Responsibilities
Main liaison for all physical security related matters in assigned area, including security operation center, law enforcement, and internal/external business partners.
Partner with CSD Emergency Response Team and support the Field response to an event.
Partner with CSD Technology Solutions team and business partners (LOBs) to complete all upcoming projects requiring security integration.
Collaborate with external clients (i.e., security service vendors and private security organizations) on various projects to ensure that alarms, access controls, and camera equipment are operational and installed according to specifications.
Work with internal clients, project managers, security operations center, and IT network support on projects.
Provide technical support to Corporate Security Department (CSD) Investigative Unit and Emergency Planning groups.
Assess existing security practices and systems and recommend updates to management.
Conduct site surveys and physical security assessments at PG&E facilities.
Prepare written and verbal reports identifying security gaps and provide recommendations for alternative security measures.
Oversee all contracted security personnel and ensure that post order requirements and expectations for sites in areas of responsibility are being met.
Ensures the safety and security of assigned facilities by assessing vulnerabilities in physical security protection (i.e., physical access, CCTV systems, and locks) and perform site penetration testing.
Responds to security incidents at assigned facilities and identifies and executes appropriate responses to security issues.
Qualifications
Minimum:
High School or GED-General Educational Development-GED Diploma
1 year experience related to law enforcement, military, or corporate security
CA Class C License, or equivalent
Ability to pass/maintain NERC/CIP clearance
Ability to travel using company vehicle
Ability to work extended hours, nights, weekends and holidays, and various work schedules
Desired:
Valid CA Carry Concealed Weapon License (CCW)
Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice of similar field of study
Experience in cross-functional communication, corporate environment
3 years’ experience in critical infrastructure protection, regulated environment,
10 years’ experience in security, physical or law enforcement
PMP-Project Management Professional certification
CPP-Certified Professional certification
ASIS-American Society for Industrial Security PSP-Physical Security Professional certification
Compensation
PG&E is providing the full salary/pay range for this position. The actual amount paid to an individual will be based on multiple factors, including, but not limited to, internal equity,specific skills, education, licenses or certifications, experience, market value, and geographic location. The range to reasonably expect will be around the minimum and the midpoint. The final decision will be made on a case-by-case basis related to the factors above. This job is also eligible to participate in PG&E’s discretionary incentive compensation programs.
Bay Area Min: $95,000
Bay Area Mid: $119,000
Bay Area Max: $143,000