Armed Security Officer - Birmingham, AL

This position is located in Birmingham, AL. No relocation assistance is offered for this role.

About the role

The Security Officer is responsible for protecting personnel, assets, and interests throughout the Company’s footprint. This role employs armed physical security tactics, screenings, highly technical security event monitoring, and security event response.

Responsibilities

• Respond to complex technical inquiries regarding access application systems.
• Operate access application systems at an operator-level proficiency.
• Coordinate and liaison with Operating Company and Corporate Security groups.
• Travel for training, storm duty, or any potential circumstances involving security.
• Evaluate and determine appropriate action in response to Physical Security Perimeter (PSP) intrusion events.
• Use sound logic and reasoning to identify alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
• Deal effectively with a variety of individuals under highly stressful situations and perform various tasks simultaneously while working as a team.
• Actively listen and build effective working relationships through communication.
• Multi-task and perform computer data entry while callers are on the phone.
• Stay current with relevant technology.
• Manage stress and engage in continuous learning.
• Demonstrate strong ethics and handle sensitive or confidential information.
• Learn and enforce policies and procedures.
• Direct and control vehicle and pedestrian traffic.
• Wear and maintain personal protection equipment.
• Perform physical activity, including but not limited to, running, walking, and lifting.
• Model all aspects of the company’s values.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or associate degree preferred, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Training certification reflecting knowledge of industry-standard business practices.
• Available to work shift work, holidays, overtime, during inclement weather, call-outs, and at the designated company location.
• Law enforcement, military, armed private, or armed industrial security experience preferred.
• Must pass 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 company-issued firearms is required.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• 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, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Microsoft Office, and multiple functional computer formats (in-house).
• Ability to work and make decisions with minimal direct supervision within prescribed policies and procedures.

Skills

• Ability to evaluate and determine appropriate actions in high-pressure situations.
• Effective communication and active listening.
• Strong ethics and experience handling sensitive or confidential information.
• Ability to multi-task and manage stress.
• Technical proficiency with access application systems.
• Detailed, positive motivator, dependable, flexible, customer-focused, team player, intelligent risk-taker, and results-oriented.

About the company

Southern Company (NYSE: SO) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million customers across the Southeast and beyond through its family of companies. 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. Southern Company is committed to innovation, resilience, and sustainability, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. The company’s culture reflects its values and dedication to service, earning various awards and recognitions.

Benefits

Southern Company invests in the well-being of its employees and their families through a comprehensive total rewards strategy. This 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. Specific details about total compensation and benefits will be provided during the hiring process.

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