Corporate Security Specialist

Corporate Security Specialist 

Non-Union Position
Security Management; Portland, Oregon (US-OR)  

Hybrid schedule available for Oregon & Washington residents. 
Regular FT 
Posting # 5026  

 

About Us:

 

At NW Natural, we offer more than rewarding career opportunities and a vibrant, inclusive work culture. We invite you to join us in providing safe and reliable utility services and renewable energy to better the lives of the communities we serve. Our vision is to be the leader in service excellence, innovation and environmental stewardship for our customers, while building on our strengths as a trusted energy provider and environmental leader for our industry.  

 

In addition to environmental stewardship, We’re also deeply committed to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at NW Natural. Our DEI Council started 21 years ago, and today we continue to foster a culture where all employees can experience a sense of belonging, shared purpose and possibility.
 

The Role:

 

This position will serve to assist with the coordination of security and company compliance initiatives, provide organizational support to the Corporate Security team, and administration of the background investigation process for internal and external stakeholders.  

Day to Day:

 

• Create and maintain cooperative relationships with external NW Natural security partners and contractors.
• Assist with the documentation and analysis of all security related activities and policies and procedures.
• Assist with the management and administration of access control and CCTV monitoring systems, including troubleshooting to resolve issues at various sites, retrieving data and preparing reports.
• Oversees administration of Contractor backgrounds investigations program(s).  Communicates between applicants and business units to initiate background check, provide updates, and address dispositions.
• Maintains and publishes active lists of background certified Contractors. 
• Directs and monitors performance of contractors responsible for the Company’s security systems, access control, and facilities upgrades.
• Maintains accurate and organized records, contracts, and service agreements.
• Assists with the management and administration of access control systems and user privileges.
• Administers Corporate Security related functions for lock and key programs (electronic and manual) 
• Operation and training associated with Guest Access Management System.
• Participates in security drills and audits.
• Assists with SOX reporting, and TSA compliance reporting. 
• Processes invoices and Purchase Orders, creates Purchase Requisitions for Corporates Security.
• Participates in the preparation of the annual capital improvement and operating and maintenance budgets.
• Maintains Corporate Security Sharepoint site. 
• Assists other business units with Security related planning and communications.
• Scheduling related to Corporate Security trainings, presentations, and meetings. 
• Other tasks as assigned.

Come on your first day with:

 

• A college degree or equivalent employment experience with an emphasis in utility or corporate security.
• Working knowledge of security best practices and procedures.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work and manage aspects of various projects independently.
• Demonstrated planning and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Access, Excel, Outlook, Word, and Teams, and SAP.
• Ability to troubleshoot and problem solve issues related to corporate security projects.
• Ability to interact with employees and stakeholders at all levels with tact, diplomacy, and respect.
• Must possess strong ethical standards with uncompromising regard for confidential information.

What we offer:

Health & Wellness –

• Rich health insurance benefits with competitive employer contribution
• Free access to an online wellness resources platform 

 

Work Life Balance -

• Up to 23 Vacation Days 
• 80 Hours of Sick Time 
• 10 paid holidays and 3 floating holidays
• Flexible work arrangements 
• 3 weeks paid parental leave
• Green Team / Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Council / Safety Team / Women’s Network and many other Employee Resource Groups
• 1500 sq foot exercise facility and secure bike room  

 

Financial -

• Meaningful annual incentive bonus opportunity in addition to base salary
• Competitive 401K company contribution and match 
• 15% disc