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Description

**Closing Date to Apply:** October 23rd, 2025

**Salary** : $81,723.20 to $131,580.80

Typically, selected candidates are hired at a salary rate between the minimum and midpoint of the range.

**Benefits:** This link below will provide you with Grant PUD’s benefits that may be available if hired. Different employee types are eligible for different benefits.

Grant PUD — Unified Insurance Program (uip-wa.org)

Position Summary

Security Specialist III plays a crucial role in the administration and management of Grant PUD’s security program. This position involves collaborating with a variety of internal and external stakeholders to ensure the safety and security of personnel, assets, information, and facilities. Security Specialist III demonstrates a strong understanding of security principles, relevant laws, and industry best practices.

Essential Functions

Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

+ Works independently to perform administrative functions associated with a specialization and certification in one of the following: Cyber Security, Security Assessments, FERC Compliance. NERC Compliance, Investigations or Project Management.

+ Respond to security threats and alerts on a potentially daily basis and be able to disseminate information, personnel, documentation, and appropriate responses; demonstrate knowledge of local authorities and the decision-making skills to contact appropriate security enforcement when needed.

+ Assists in the management, development, and implementation of various security policies surrounding the Utility’s Security Program.

+ Demonstrates a thorough understanding and knowledge of the Utility’s Security Systems, policies, and programs; can train Grant PUD employees and Contractors on various security topics in large group settings.

+ Effectively communicates with field technicians, staff, and engineers to troubleshoot security issues and provide successful solutions.

+ Performs critical procedures to keep the Utility Compliant with regulations; develops and implements policies to guard the CIP locations.

+ Demonstrates a working knowledge of the security needs both internally and externally and can recommend and implement risk-informed security measures to facilitate the needs of the Utility.

+ Collaborates with the Project Management Office to provide subject matter expertise on all projects relating to security.

+ Performs various risk, threat, penetration testing, and security assessments for the Utility; ensures all systems and tasks are up to date and working properly; evaluates test data and delivers reports and documents for compliance and research purposes; maintains assessment schedules and monitors effective testing and assessment strategies.

+ Participate in investigations of security incidents; ensure evidence integrity, including chain of custody is maintained; demonstrate sound judgement in working with federal, state, and local law enforcement for potentially criminal investigations. Act discreetly and judiciously as circumstances dictate.

+ Develop standard operating procedures, job aides and company policies for the Utility; collaborate with fellow security personnel and other department heads to create appropriate SOPs and implement the procedures; guards the interests and assets of the Utility by expertly managing the security personnel.

+ In this position, if needed to operate a GPUD vehicle for business purposes, please refer to the Vehicle/Asset Usage Policy, IS-TA-POL-001.

+ Demonstrated commitment to Grant PUD’s mission, vision, values, strategic plan, and Grant PUD/IBEW Local 77 Code of Excellence. The incumbent should be familiar with these organizational priorities and behave in a way that aligns with these expectations.

+ Understand and adhere to compliance requirements for this position that may include laws, regulations, security guidelines, Grant PUD policies & procedures.

+ Actively participate in all aspects of our safety program, including but not limited to:

+ Following all safety policies and procedures.

+ Alerting supervisors and coworkers to unsafe or hazardous working conditions.

+ Reporting any safety incidents or close calls within 24 hours to your supervisor.

+ Accepting feedback from supervisors and coworkers regarding your own safety performance.

+ Accept responsibility for the safety of all team members and model safe behaviors by:

+ Clearly defining and completing performance-focused safety activities required of you and your team.

+ Supporting work stoppages by employees when they identify unsafe/hazardous working conditions.

+ Acknowledging compliant safety behaviors and good safety performance from members of your team(s).

Required Qualifications: (Education and Experience, License, and/or Certification)

+ 5 years of experience in security administration or a related field.

+ A valid Washington state driver's license with no restrictions.

Preferred Qualifications: (Education and Experience, License, and/or Certification)

+ Bachelor's degree in a related field (e.g., security management, criminal justice, or information technology)

+ Advanced certifications such as Professional Certified Investigator (PCI), Certified Protection Professional (CPP) or Physical Security Professional (PSP) are preferred.

Other knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

+ Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.

+ Problem-solving skills and the ability to make sound decisions under pressure.

+ Experience with security technologies such as CCTV, access control, and alarm systems.

+ Ability to maintain confidentiality, integrity, and objectivity in handling sensitive information and investigations.

Physical Requirements

+ Position may be eligible for hybrid work arrangement: ☒Yes ☐No

+ Majority of work is performed in a standard office setting.

+ Will perform work onsite at the locations of the assigned Business Units

+ Typical shift of employees in this position: ☒8 hours ☒9 hours ☒10 hours ☐12 hours

For a full list of requirements, the applicant/incumbent should refer to the Physical Capacity Evaluation (PCE).

_The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions for this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas._

Equal Opportunity Employer

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.

For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.