Security Specialist

At PGE, our work involves dreaming about, planning for, and realizing a smarter, cleaner, more enduring Oregon neighborhood. Its core to our DNA and we haven’t stopped since we started in 1888. We energize lives, strengthen communities and drive advancements in energy that promote social, economic and environmental progress. We’re always on the lookout for people passionate about leading and being a part of teams that are advancing innovative clean energy solutions that are also affordable and accessible to all.
** Security Specialist (6239)
**** Grade:
** 7  
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* Career Level:

** P3 – Career Professional
** Job Function
** Promotes corporate resiliency by protecting the organization’s employees and physical assets through the design, installation, maintenance, and administration of physical security systems. Ensures compliance with applicable government guidelines, regulatory requirements, and industry standards.
** Position Summary
** The Security Specialist applies in-depth technical knowledge and experience to administer, maintain, and support the organization’s physical security infrastructure across the service territory. This role functions as a
** Security Integrator**, responsible for building, maintaining, repairing, and upgrading electronic security systems that protect PGE assets. The position works independently with minimal guidance, solves complex technical problems, and serves as a subject matter resource for security systems and regulatory compliance.
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* Note:

** Although certification through the Department of Public Safety Standards and Training (DPSST) is required, this is
** not a Security Guard position**. This role focuses on the technical integration, maintenance, and administration of electronic security systems.
** Key Responsibilities
**** Physical Security Systems & Integration
*** Build, maintain, repair, and upgrade physical security devices and systems across the service territory.
* Support and maintain electronic access control systems, intrusion detection system (IDS) panels, video management systems (VMS), and associated components.
* Perform firmware updates and hardware maintenance for security systems and devices.
* Maintain and troubleshoot cameras, alarm systems, fence detection devices, lidar systems, power supplies, circuit boards, card readers, alarm keypads, control boards, and related components.
* Ensure continuous and reliable operation of all security devices used to protect PGE assets.
** Security Management System Administration
*** Administer the Security Management System, including access controls, intrusion alarms, and video surveillance.
* Participate in developing and maintaining security strategies, policies, practices, processes, and standards.
* Determine system compliance with regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
* Provide and revoke physical access to facilities based on corporate security and business unit needs.
* Document, analyze, and report on personnel access rights and enforcement of physical security policies.
* Serve as a technical resource to end users by providing guidance and troubleshooting for access and security-related issues.
** Security Installation and Upgrade Projects
*** Collaborate on projects to install or upgrade physical security systems.
* Assess business needs and evaluate new security products or system enhancements.
* Assist with project planning, execution, and progress reviews to ensure scope, quality, and timelines are met.
** Regulatory Compliance and Audits
*** Participate in periodic compliance reviews, certifications, and audits related to FERC, NERC, and WECC Reliability and CIP Standards.
* Recommend procedures, protocols, and business practices to improve compliance while balancing operational and occupational needs.
* Research changes in physical security regulations and emerging industry trends and recommend process improvements.
** Site Inspections
*** Conduct planned and unannounced site visits to inspect physical security systems.
* Verify system functionality and ensure compliance with approved security policies and operating procedures.
** Incident Response and Investigations
*** Respond to…