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SECURITY BUSINESS UNIT ANALYST

PLEASE READ THE** *** **ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS …** **AND** **THE ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES SECTIONS *** …. & THE FLEET DRIVING VERBIAGE PORTIONS OF THE JOB DESCRIPTION BELOW** **VERY CAREFULLY** **PRIOR TO APPLYING!

+ **You will be required to pass several assessments prior to being hired.**

** Please Also Note:

+ **_You must have the ability to travel up to 50% of the time as needed with little to no advanced notice!_**

+ **_You must be available to work security details during storm restoration, including out-of-state assignments for extended periods of time with little to no advanced notice._**

+ **_You will be required to be IN THE OFFICE at 241 Ralph McGill Blvd, Atlanta, GA four (4) days per week and /or as additionally required._**

JOB SUMMARY

Georgia Power's Corporate Security Department is made up of a small group of dedicated team members. The team organizes its work around three primary functions: operations, investigations and compliance.

This position will reside within the Operations section. It will be the single point of security contact, providing security consultation and education to customers, advising on security matters, making recommendations and influencing security-related decisions. It recommends and implements security strategies and procedures that protect people, intellectual information and physical assets; support recovery of business functionality; and position the business to meet its operating goals.

It will conduct vulnerability assessments and make recommendations for security-related improvements. It will maintain effective relationships with law enforcement, external Corporate Security organizations, and other outside resources.

While this position is posted in the Operations section of Corporate Security, successful applicants should have the willingness and ability to work successfully across all functions of Corporate Security’s scope of operations as needed or as individual career development or departmental needs dictate.

Competencies

+ Customer focus

+ Priority setting

+ Negotiating / Influencing

+ Strategic thinking

+ Standing alone

+ Peer relationships/Teamwork

+ Written and verbal communication

+ Initiative

+ Innovation

Technical/Functional Knowledge

+ Technical proficiency of Closed-Circuit Television (CCTV) systems

+ General security knowledge and skills, including asset protection, investigations, standards, executive security, emergency preparedness and response

+ Knowledgeable of Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS) and Access Control systems

+ Analytical skills for trend, vulnerability, risk, and benchmarking analyses

+ Knowledge of trends and best practices in Corporate Security

+ Knowledge of and skills in security risk management

+ Bachelor's degree or higher in Criminal Justice, Law, Business or a related field preferred

+ Prior Corporate Security, law enforcement or military experience preferred

+ Professional credentials such as CPP, PSP, CFE or similar

+ Experience in crisis management and emergency response

+ Knowledge of and ability to manage contract security services providers

+ A well-developed network of professional contacts in local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies, as well as other corporate security departments

+ Ability to work well with minimal supervision as an individual contributor as well as in teams

+ Excellent communication skills (ability to effectively communicate at all levels, both oral and written; presentation skills; ability to present technical information to both technical/non-technical audiences)

+ Ability to assist with other departmental functions to include conducting investigations, conducting security assessments, and implementing security solutions to ensure compliance with federal regulations

+ Functionally cross-train with other team members so as to enhance bench strength of the Georgia Power Corporate Security team and ensure seamless operations at the highest level

+ Knowledge of Generation Security and systems is preferred

*** ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS ***

+ **Applicants must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation and physical, psychological evaluations & firearms qualification.**

+ **Ability to be licensed by the Georgia Board of Private Detectives and Security Agencies**

+ **Ability to successfully qualify with a semi-automatic handgun and shotgun on the Georgia Power Corporate Security firearms course**

+ **Ability and willingness to respond immediately, alone or as part of a Corporate Security team, in an armed capacity (company issued firearm) using necessary force to neutralize threats to the life of self or others in life threatening situations such as active shooter event**

+ **Ability to travel up to 50% of the time as needed**

+ **Available to work security details during storm restoration, including out-of-state assignments for extended periods of time**

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

+ Serve as a single point of contact and provide security support and expertise for Georgia Power’s business units statewide, including a large customer service organization

+ Develop strategies that are professionally designed and implemented so as to protect employees, intellectual property, and physical assets as well as critical business processes

+ Conduct security vulnerability assessments of company facilities

+ Develop and implement security solutions in a timely, collaborative and innovative manner that supports the needs of Corporate Security’s business unit customers

+ Manage customer demands for service through third-party providers and alternative service delivery channels

+ Work closely with the Supply Chain organization during the procurement process for security services, to include pre-bid activities, scope of work, proposal reviews and contractor awarded projects

+ Conduct security awareness training for customers such as mock robbery training

+ Functionally cross-train with other team members so as to enhance bench strength of the Georgia Power Corporate Security team and ensure seamless operations at the highest standards of excellence across all aspects of Georgia Power Corporate Security’s mission to protect the company’s personnel, physical and intellectual property, reputation and other assets.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

In addition to normal project management duties, this position also supports our various Generation Security functions from a physical and electronic security perspective. Duties include but are not limited to:

+ **Building and maintaining relationships with Plant Management and Site contacts**

+ **Performing and documenting annual FERC security assessments of Hydro and Fossil sites**

+ **Providing site support and maintenance for the electronic security devices that fall outside of the onsite Generation Security scope.**

+ **Providing security project management, oversight and design of all existing and new generation project builds across a wide range of sites (Renewable and Generation Expansion, Battery Energy Storage Systems, Solar, etc.)**

+ **Provide additional ad-hoc support as needed**

+ **Serves as the liaison with Generation / Power Delivery Project managers for our integrators to assist with proper installation and service support for any installation or service to support our facilities.**

+ **Address complex challenges with creative and effective solutions, often involving multiple stakeholders.**

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP

Reports to the Infrastructure Protection Security Manager of Georgia Power Corporate Security, along with other Security Business Unit Analysts.

This position has been identified as a role that will require the use of a Georgia Power fleet vehicle. The following will be required if you are selected for this position:

+ **Must have at least one year of verifiable driving experience (Must hold a valid driver’s license for the class vehicle to be operated. Driving permits are not typically considered a valid driver’s license).**

+ **Must have no revocation of driving privileges within the 36 months prior to application, no convictions of major traffic violations (DUI, hit and run, reckless driving, etc.) within the 12 months prior to application, or any pending charges for a major traffic violation at the time of application.**

+ **Must consent to a continuous monitoring of your Motor Vehicle Record**

**Georgia Power** is the largest electric subsidiary of Southern Company (NYSE: SO), America's premier energy company. Value, Reliability, Customer Service and Stewardship are the cornerstones of the Company's promise to 2.6 million customers in all but four of Georgia's 159 counties. Committed to delivering clean, safe, reliable, and affordable energy at rates below the national average, Georgia Power maintains a diverse, innovative generation mix that includes nuclear, coal and natural gas, as well as renewables such as solar, hydroelectric and wind. Georgia Power focuses on delivering world-class service to its customers every day and the Company is recognized by J.D. Power and Associates as an industry leader in customer satisfaction. For more information, visit www.GeogiaPower.com and connect with the Company on Facebook (Facebook.com/GeorgiaPower), Twitter (Twitter.com/GeorgiaPower) and Instagram (Instagram.com/ga_power).

Southern Company (NYSE: SO ) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million customers across the Southeast and beyond through its family of companies. Providing clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy with excellent service is our mission. The company has electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company, a leading distributed energy solutions provider with national capabilities, a fiber optics network and telecommunications services. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, resilience and sustainability, we are taking action to meet customers' and communities' needs while advancing our goal of net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and are the key to our sustained success. We are transforming energy into economic, environmental and social progress for tomorrow. Our corporate culture has been recognized by a variety of organizations, earning the company awards and recognitions that reflect Our Values and dedication to service. To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com .

Southern Company invests in the well-being of its employees and their families through a comprehensive total rewards strategy that includes competitive base salary, annual incentive awards for eligible employees and health, welfare and retirement benefits designed to support physical, financial, and emotional/social well-being. This position may also be eligible for additional compensation, such as an incentive program, with the amount of any bonus/awards subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan(s). A summary of the benefits offered for this position can be found here https://seo.nlx.org/southernco/pdf/SOCO-Benefits.pdf . Additional and specific details about total compensation and benefits will also be provided during the hiring process.

Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.

Job Identification: 15522

Job Category: Security

Job Schedule: Full time

Company: Georgia Power