Physical Security Specialist
NextEra EnergyAbout the role
Florida Power & Light Company is America’s largest electric company, providing clean, affordable, and reliable electricity to more than 12 million people in Florida. We operate one of the cleanest power generation fleets in the U.S. and our reliability is among the best in the nation. Our goal is to achieve Real Zero carbon emissions from our operations by 2045 by expanding our solar capacity, increasing battery storage and bringing new renewable energy opportunities to Florida, while improving customer affordability and reliability. Are you interested in becoming a game-changer in the energy industry? Join our world-class team today!
Position Specific Description
Florida Power & Light Co is seeking a highly skilled Physical Security Specialist to join our team located in our Juno Beach corporate headquarters.
The ideal candidate will:
- Be familiar with ASIS Protection of Assets (POA) standards and Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) principles.
- Have experience working within construction project teams.
- Possess a basic familiarity with TCP/IP networking fundamentals.
- Hold at least one of the following credentials (or equivalent): PSP, CPP, PMP, or CSPM.
Job Overview
Employees in this role are responsible for providing technical guidance and expertise concerning highly complex technical security functions including use of technical equipment in investigations, creation of Physical Security Plans (PSP), recommendation and evaluation of intrusion detection systems, CCTV surveillance system. Individuals ensure programs are designed to maximize asset protection and minimize asset loss during normal and emergency conditions.
Job Duties & Responsibilities
- Works with Security Operations Systems Support and the Security Operations Center to test and troubleshoot alarm, access control devices and infrastructure to ensure system integrity
- Develops company standards for installation and design of security system components
- Conducts surveys of new and existing properties and prepares written recommendations for security systems
- Manages suppliers projects and new installations throughout the company
- Monitors and ensures full NERC CIP compliance relative to access control issues and certifies installations function correctly before turning system over to the responsible business unit
- Serves as the company technical resource for NERC compliance and acts as the certifying authority for all physical security drawings in direct relation to NERC installations
- Prepares written documentation on technical problems, incidents, front line investigative issues and other security related matters
- Researches security industry solutions for more cost effective and reliable security systems
- Manages budgets to include forecasting and business unit planning for other departments within the company in regards to security systems
- Performs other job-related duties as assigned
Required Qualifications
- High School Grad / GED
- Bachelor’s or Equivalent Experience
- Experience: 3+ years
- Valid Driver's License (NON CDL)
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s - Business Administration
NextEra Energy offers a wide range of benefits to support our employees and their eligible family members. Click here to learn more.
Employee Group: Exempt
Employee Type: Full Time
Job Category: Security
Organization: Florida Power & Light Company
Relocation Provided: No
NextEra Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, age, national origin, religion, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetics, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace.
NextEra Energy provides reasonable accommodation in its application and selection process for qualified individuals, including accommodations related to compliance with conditional job offer requirements, consistent with federal, state, and local laws. Supporting medical or religious documentation will be required where applicable and permitted by applicable law. To request a reasonable accommodation, please send an e-mail to recruiting-coordinator
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