Description

　　Closes: February 7, 2024Starting Range: $79,680 to $103,585Full Range: $79,680 to $115,537

　　Job DescriptionThe Physical Security Specialist is part of the enterprise security team responsible for development, deployment, functionality and utilization of security systems across the Avista Corporation. These systems include video surveillance, access control, intrusion detection, alarm monitoring and other safety/security systems. In partnership with physical security leadership, reviews facility designs for the deployment & improvement of appropriate security systems to mitigate risk, criminal activity and incidents. Develop and maintain company physical security & monitoring standards and procedures. Partners with internal business units to continually improve detection of security related issues & concerns with preventative processes and controls. Work with contract security providers on service level agreements, performance indicators, post orders, response procedures and best practices.

　　Responsibilities

　　Work closely with security leadership as it relates to guard & protective services, visitor management, workplace violence, compliance, investigations, and security system technology.

　　Responsible for implementing security monitoring program, intended to deter, detect, delay and respond to security events and incidents.

　　Work with internal key stakeholder groups to develop and maintain physical security standards, policies and procedures.

　　Collaborate with physical security engineering who implements & supports security.

　　technology and controls to address vulnerabilities.

　　Provides training, support and guidance to personnel engaged in security systems monitoring & response functions and responsibilities.

　　Develop and maintain preventative maintenance program for Avista’s physical security systems and assets.

　　Acts as a safety & security advocate and supporter of best practices to further the organizations safety & security principles and initiatives.

　　Requirements

　　Bachelor’s degree in related field.

　　5 years of experience in physical security environment is required.

　　3 years Security Operations Center (SOC) experience desired.

　　Knowledge of camera, intrusion detection and access control systems preferred.

　　Full and complete working knowledge of safety & security work practices and safety rules required.

　　Effective communications, interpersonal, and organizations skills required.

　　Other combinations of education and work experience may be considered.

　　To Apply We encourage you to apply as many of our positions have step progressions to account for an incoming employee’s various levels of knowledge, skills, and experience.

　　Complete an online application and attach your resume and cover letter to your profile. All documents must be attached to your application at the time of submitting your application for review. No documents can be attached after you click "Submit".

　　BenefitsAt Avista, we believe our employees are essential. Through them we deliver value to our customers and the communities we serve. The physical, mental, and financial health and well-being of our employees and their families are important to us. We are committed to offering a comprehensive total rewards program comprised of an externally competitive, internally equitable compensation structure and a benefits package that allows us to retain and attract a diverse, engaged, and skilled workforce. Our benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage, retirement benefits, incentive plans, wellness resources, time-off programs and much more. In addition to our total rewards program, the Pacific Northwest offers abundant outdoor recreation, four distinct seasons, and all the amenities and activities an individual or family might be interested in. To learn more, please visit our benefits website at https://avistabenefits.com/.

　　Pre-employment screening requirementsEmployment is contingent upon the successful completion of a drug test, background check and motor vehicle records review.

　　Avista’s Commitment to Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Avista is a safe, inclusive workplace for people of all backgrounds, and we are committed to Equal Opportunity Employment, Affirmative Action efforts, and Equity, Inclusion and Diversity. We strongly encourage applications from women, people of color, people with disabilities, protected veterans, and all others. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, age, sensory, mental or physical disability (unless based upon a bona fide occupational qualification), Veteran status or any other classification protected by nondiscrimination laws.

　　Equity and diversity in our workplace is important to us. Please view Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by OFCCP here (https://www.dol.gov/agencies/ofccp/posters) . Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you require any special accommodations to participate fully in our recruitment process. Avista will make reasonable accommodation to assist a qualified person with a disability in the job application, interview process, and to perform the essential functions of the job whenever possible, where undue hardship would not be created for Avista. Please contact us at [email protected] if you would like assistance.

　　Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

　　The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)