Armed Security Operations Center; SOC Specialist , II, or III

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Columbus, NE, US,

Armed Security Operations Center (SOC) Specialist I, II, or III

Security Operations Center Specialist I (Armed) Pay Grade - 7 Hourly;
Typical Pay Grade Starting Salary Range: $21.97 - $26.91 per hour

Security Operations Center Specialist II (Armed) Pay Grade - 8 hourly;
Typical Pay Grade Starting Salary Range: $24.14 - $29.57 per hour

Security Operations Center Specialist III (Armed) Pay Grade - 9 hourly;
Typical Pay Grade Starting Salary Range: $26.47 - $33.09 per hour

Location - Columbus, NE;
Columbus General Office
Employment Type: Full-time, Mon-Fri, 8 a.m.

- 5 p.m.

Posting Date: 5/26/2026
Closing Date:
Applicant review begins 6/10/2026 - Open until filled

Are you hard-working and eager to make a meaningful impact in the ever-emerging energy industry? Come join us!

By joining the Nebraska Public Power District team, you’re becoming part of a close-knit community that embodies the values and traditions of the state. More than generating and delivering power, we empower our employees to thrive both personally and professionally. With safety at the helm, we have created a supportive and inclusive work environment that fosters innovation and growth. Here, you’re not just an employee;

you're a valued member of a family that respects and supports each other.

Our power grid has been consistently ranked one of the most reliable and resilient, but our reputation for excellence extends beyond our customer service to our employee satisfaction. Many of our team members have built lifelong careers here, advancing through the ranks thanks to our robust training programs and opportunities for professional development. With us, you’ll find a place where your efforts are recognized and rewarded, where you’re making a deep impact on the communities around you, and where you can truly power a career that you can be proud of.

Security Operations Center (SOC) Specialist work in a centralized SOC, located in Columbus General Office to provide security related services, control site access, and respond to actual or potential security threats and violations at District sites. This is an essential position in order to keep ongoing operations for the District.

SOC Specialist I (Armed)

• High School Diploma or a GED is required.
• Must be a minimum age of 21 and have experience working in a dispatch center, call center, alarm monitoring center or security operations center preferred.
• Extensive firearms experience/training preferably through law enforcement, security officer, corrections or military, is preferred.
• Knowledge of AMAG Access control and Milestone Video Management systems is preferred.
• Knowledge of NERC procedural requirements preferred.
• Experience making independent use of force level decisions in real life situations.
• Ability to type a minimum of 30 words per minute.

SOC Specialist II (Armed)

• All requirements as listed above, AND a minimum of 2 years SOC experience, demonstrated and consistent application of policies and procedures with local supervision’s recommendation for progression.

SOC Specialist III (Armed)

• All requirements as listed above, AND a minimum of 5 years SOC experience, demonstrated and consistent application of policies and procedures with local supervision’s recommendation for progression.

Valid Driver’s License

Proof of eligibility to legally carry a concealed weapon in the state of Nebraska (CCW, LEO, Retired LEO).

SOC Specialist I (Armed)

Demonstrate mental alertness and the ability to exercise good judgement, implement instructions and policies, fully understand security task and processes, and possess the acuity of senses and ability of expression sufficient to permit accurate communication by written, spoken, audible, visible, or other signals required by assigned job duties. Demonstrate high level of dependability and reliability.

Demonstrate ability to independently and fluently operate the Districts Physical Access Control System (PACS), Video Management System (VMS), Electronic Intercom System (EIS),…