Armed Security Officer - Atlanta, GA

Job Summary

The Security Officer position is responsible for protecting personnel, assets, and interests throughout the Company’s footprint. This position employs armed physical security tactics, screenings, highly technical security event monitoring and security event response. This position is located in Atlanta, GA. No relocation assistance is being offered for this role.

About the Role

This position employs armed physical security tactics, screenings, highly technical security event monitoring and security event response. This position is located in Atlanta, GA. No relocation assistance is being offered for this role.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's/associate degree preferred or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Training certification reflecting their knowledge of the business practices required by the industry standards.
• Must be available to work shift work, holidays, overtime, during inclement weather, call out and able to work at designated Company location.
• Shift hours: 6pm-6am
• Minimum 3 years law enforcement, military, private or industrial security preferred
• Law enforcement, military, armed private or armed industrial security experience preferred
• Must pass the following job prerequisites: psychological test, drug test, firearms evaluation, and Insider Threat Program (for designated security positions).
• Must qualify for firearm use and successfully re-qualify annually with the semi-auto pistol and/or shotgun/rifle.
• Must qualify for and obtain a valid state firearm permit and driver’s license.
• Successful annual qualification with all companies issued firearms is required.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.

Major Job Responsibilities

• Knowledge of Software House CCURE is preferred.
• Knowledge of Avigilon Video Management System (VMS) Software is preferred.
• Have excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Superior computer skills, i.e., Microsoft Word, Excel, Microsoft Office, multiple functional computer formats (in-house), etc.
• Able to work and make decisions with minimal direct supervision within the prescribed policies and procedures.
• Able to respond to complex technical inquiries regarding access application systems.
• Able to have technical proficiency with access application systems functioning at an operator level proficiency.
• Able to coordinate and liaison with Operating Company and Corporate Security groups.
• Able to evaluate and determine the appropriate action in response to Physical Security Perimeter (PSP) intrusion events.
• Able to use sound logic and reasoning to identify the alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
• Able to deal effectively with a variety of individuals under highly stressful situations and perform various tasks simultaneously while working as a team.
• Able to actively listen.
• Able to communicate effectively with the ability to build effective working relationships.
• Able to multi-task and perform computer data entry while callers are on the phone.
• Able to stay current with relevant technology.
• Able to effectively manage stress and engage in continuous learning.
• Model all aspects of Our Values.
• Understand broad implications of decisions and work activities, determine steps needed to achieve goals, exhibit a high degree of initiative and personal responsibility.
• Detailed, positive motivator, dependable, flexible, customer focused, team player, intelligent risk-taker, and results oriented.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must qualify for firearm use and successfully re-qualify annually with the semi-auto pistol and/or shotgun/rifle.
• Must qualify for and obtain a valid state firearm permit and driver’s license.
• Must pass the following job prerequisites: psychological test, drug test, firearms evaluation, and Insider Threat Program (for designated security positions).
• Must be available to work shift work, holidays, overtime, during inclement weather, call out and able to work at designated Company location.
• Must be willing to travel for training, storm duty, or any potential circumstances involving security.
• Must be able to multi-task and perform computer data entry while callers are on the phone.
• Must be able to stay current with relevant technology.
• Must be able to effectively manage stress and engage in continuous learning.
• Must demonstrate strong ethics and experience handling sensitive or confidential information.
• Must be able to learn and enforce policies and procedures.
• Must be able to direct & control vehicle and pedestrian traffic.
• Must be able to wear and maintain personal protection equipment.
• Must be able to perform physical activity, including but not limited to, running, walking, and lifting.

Skills

• Knowledge of Software House CCURE is preferred.
• Knowledge of Avigilon Video Management System (VMS) Software is preferred.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Superior computer skills, i.e., Microsoft Word, Excel, Microsoft Office, multiple functional computer formats (in-house), etc.
• Technical proficiency with access application systems functioning at an operator level proficiency.
• Ability to coordinate and liaison with Operating Company and Corporate Security groups.
• Ability to evaluate and determine the appropriate action in response to Physical Security Perimeter (PSP) intrusion events.
• Sound logic and reasoning to identify the alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
• Effective communication skills with the ability to build effective working relationships.
• Ability to multi-task and perform computer data entry while callers are on the phone.
• Ability to stay current with relevant technology.
• Ability to effectively manage stress and engage in continuous learning.
• Strong ethics and experience handling sensitive or confidential information.
• Ability to learn and enforce policies and procedures.
• Ability to direct & control vehicle and pedestrian traffic.
• Ability to wear and maintain personal protection equipment.
• Ability to perform physical activity, including but not limited to, running, walking, and lifting.

Benefits

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.

About Southern Company

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).