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Location : Tacoma, WA
Job Type: Non-Classified
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: P0810-24
Department: Power
Division: Power - Shared Services
Opening Date: 02/28/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
Position Description
*Initial review of candidates meeting minimum qualifications will be held 3/21-3/28*
Tacoma Power's Power Shared Services Section is seeking an experienced Physical Senior Security Support Analyst to join their team! In this role you will assist with functions that are critical in safeguarding Tacoma Public Utilities assets and ensuring compliance with federal standards in the energy industry. The successful candidate, preferably holding Certified Protection Professional (CPP) and Physical Security Professional (PSP) certifications, will be the primary Subject Matter Expert for NERC CIP-003-8 and FERC D2 SI Physical Security requirements.
In this critical position, the Physical Senior Security Support Analyst will be responsible for the meticulous management and regulated documentation of Physical Security plans, programs, and maps. The role involves ensuring strict adherence to NERC and FERC requirements, particularly NERC CIP-003-8 and FERC D2 SI, to maintain Tacoma Power's compliance and mitigate the risk of substantial monetary penalties. Additionally, the position will provide valuable assistance with other applicable reliability standards, with a notable focus on NERC CIP-006. Join our team and contribute your expertise to the essential mission of protecting our assets and maintaining regulatory compliance in the dynamic energy industry.
Responsibilities Include:
Compliance Coordination
Qualifications
Minimum Education*
Bachelor's degree in business or public administration, engineering or construction management, or other related field.
Minimum Experience*
4 years or program management experience that includes administering and interpreting complex regulations and laws
Equivalency: 1 year of experience = 1 year of education
Licensing, Certifications and Other Requirements
Washington State Driver's License
Selection Process & Supplemental Information
This recruitment is being managed by Kye Merritt, if you would like to be notified of similar opportunities or stay connected with things going on at Tacoma Public Utilities and the City of Tacoma, connect with me on LinkedIn.
City of Tacoma Commitment to Diversity and InclusionTacoma's diversity is its greatest asset. Tacoma embraces its multi-cultural and multi-ethnic character. Communities of color and immigrant communities are fundamental to Tacoma's entrepreneurial spirit, workforce, and long-term success. In Tacoma, equity and empowerment are top priorities, meaning that all Tacoma residents must have equitable opportunities to reach their full potential and share in the benefits of community progress. One of our goals is for the City of Tacoma workforce to reflect the community it serves. We actively work to eliminate racial and other disparities and welcome candidates with diverse backgrounds and/or multicultural skill sets and experiences. Our goal is for Tacoma to be an inclusive and equitable place to live, work, and play.
The City of Tacoma is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in its workplace. Applicants are considered for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, marital or veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, and local laws.
Tacoma Power is an almost 100% hydroelectric, municipally-owned public power utility, located in Tacoma. We serve approximately 180,000 customers as one of the three operating divisions of Tacoma Public Utilities, alongside Tacoma Water and Tacoma Rail. As one of the most livable, walkable cities in the country, you'll find that Tacoma is a great fit for all interests with places to bike, run, hike, and explore, the perks of a big city, and the charm of a small town.
ApplyInterested individuals shouldapply online and attach a detailed resume and cover letter that includes job experience, major responsibilities and accomplishments related to this position.
Applications will be reviewed as they are received for interview consideration.
Reference checks will be conducted on final candidates and appointment is subject to passing a background check.
Communication from the City of Tacoma:We primarily communicate via e-mail during the application process. E-mails from cityoftacoma.org and/or governmentjobs.com must be placed on your safe domain list to ensure that you receive notifications in a timely manner. As a precaution, you may also want to check your junk e-mail folders.
If you have any additional questions regarding this position, please contact the Human Resources Department at 253.591.5400 prior to 4pm on the closing date of this posting.
The City of Tacoma provides excellent medical, dental and vision plans for the whole family; paid holidays and paid leave; participation in the Tacoma Public Employees' Retirement System (alternate plan for Police/Fire); continuing education and advancement opportunities and a growing variety of City-sponsored health and wellness opportunities and incentives.
Medical Coverage: For eligible employees and their families, including domestic partners and dependent children age 26 or younger.
Dental Coverage: For eligible employees and their families, including domestic partners and dependent children age 26 or younger.
Vision Coverage: For eligible employees and their eligible dependents.
Paid Leave: City employees are entitled to received paid holidays, sick/vacation leave or personal time off (PTO), depending upon union affiliation and appointment type.
Insurance Plans: Employees are covered by a long-term disability plan. Short-term and expanded long-term disability insurance plans are also available to employees. The State Industrial Insurance Act also covers employees.
Deferred Compensation: Income can be set aside on a pretax basis and invested for supplementation of normal retirement income.
Retirement: All employees of the City, except members of the Police and Fire services, Tacoma Rail and certain project employees, are included in the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System. Information on the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System can be found at www.cityoftacoma.org or by calling (253) 502-8200.
Other Employment Information
Direct Deposit: Employees are paid on a bi-weekly schedule by direct deposit.
Salary Increases: Based on satisfactory job performance, the City provides for a regular progression of salary increases for most classifications according to the salary schedule.
Union Affiliation: Many job classifications are covered by union security provisions which require union membership, dues, or payment of equivalent service fees.
Note: The provisions of this job announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained herein may be modified and/or revoked without notice.
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Do you have a bachelor's degree in business or public administration, engineering or construction management, or other related field. ?
02
Do you have at least 4+ years or program management experience that includes administering and interpreting complex regulations and laws?
03
Do you possess a valid driver's license?
04
Responses to supplemental questions must be original content created by the applicant using their own words. The use of online tools or resources to create responses, such as Artificial Intelligence (ChatGPT, etc.), Google, Bing, etc., or plagiarism in any form, is considered cheating and falsification of the application.I understand that any form of cheating or falsification will disqualify my application for further consideration.
05
Although not required, do you possess a Certified Protection Professional (CPP) Certification and/or Physical Security Professional (PSP) Certification?
06
In this position, you will be responsible for the meticulous management and regulated documentation of Physical Security plans, programs, and maps. Briefly describe your experience or involvement with management of Physical Security plans, programs, and maps as it pertains to this position.
07
One of the City's Principles that guides us is Equity. Describe what equity means to you and describe any experience you have working with diverse groups of people.
08
Please tell us how you first learned about this job opening.
09
Please provide specific information regarding how you learned about this job opening. Thank you, your feedback will be used to evaluate our success reaching the public and refine our methods for future job postings.
Required Question
Location : Tacoma, WA
Job Type: Non-Classified
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: P0810-24
Department: Power
Division: Power - Shared Services
Opening Date: 02/28/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
Position Description
*Initial review of candidates meeting minimum qualifications will be held 3/21-3/28*
Tacoma Power's Power Shared Services Section is seeking an experienced Physical Senior Security Support Analyst to join their team! In this role you will assist with functions that are critical in safeguarding Tacoma Public Utilities assets and ensuring compliance with federal standards in the energy industry. The successful candidate, preferably holding Certified Protection Professional (CPP) and Physical Security Professional (PSP) certifications, will be the primary Subject Matter Expert for NERC CIP-003-8 and FERC D2 SI Physical Security requirements.
In this critical position, the Physical Senior Security Support Analyst will be responsible for the meticulous management and regulated documentation of Physical Security plans, programs, and maps. The role involves ensuring strict adherence to NERC and FERC requirements, particularly NERC CIP-003-8 and FERC D2 SI, to maintain Tacoma Power's compliance and mitigate the risk of substantial monetary penalties. Additionally, the position will provide valuable assistance with other applicable reliability standards, with a notable focus on NERC CIP-006. Join our team and contribute your expertise to the essential mission of protecting our assets and maintaining regulatory compliance in the dynamic energy industry.
Responsibilities Include:
Compliance Coordination
- Develop, audit, and revise security documents for Tacoma Power's 7 Hydropower Projects, encompassing annual compliance certifications, vulnerability assessments, threat assessments, security plans, and Physical Security checklists.
- Serve as the primary reporting expert for security incidents and suspicious activities, adhering to 18 CFR 12.10, and report to the FERC D2SI Security Branch. Coordinate and actively participate in FERC Physical Security Inspections, annual drills, and Emergency Action Plan (EAP) exercises.
- Collaborate with Tacoma Power's Dam Safety group to provide responses and status reports, ensuring the submission of follow-up reports and recommendations to FERC on Physical Security-related matters. Manage compliance activities resulting from exercises, inspections, and audits related to Physical Security recommendations.
- Manage the maintenance of security processes, policies, plans, and procedures for TPU properties governed by NERC CIP-003-8 federal standards to ensure proper security levels and federal compliance, avoiding financial penalties.
- Act as the primary subject matter expert in maintaining Tacoma Power's CIP low impact Physical Security plans, including detailed maps and critical asset inventories, crucial for protecting assets and ensuring compliance.
- Monitor and respond to the CIP low impact key/lock replacement program in accordance with Tacoma Power Staff Procedure E-4, ensuring effective security measures are consistently upheld.
Qualifications
Minimum Education*
Bachelor's degree in business or public administration, engineering or construction management, or other related field.
Minimum Experience*
4 years or program management experience that includes administering and interpreting complex regulations and laws
Equivalency: 1 year of experience = 1 year of education
Licensing, Certifications and Other Requirements
Washington State Driver's License
Selection Process & Supplemental Information
This recruitment is being managed by Kye Merritt, if you would like to be notified of similar opportunities or stay connected with things going on at Tacoma Public Utilities and the City of Tacoma, connect with me on LinkedIn.
City of Tacoma Commitment to Diversity and InclusionTacoma's diversity is its greatest asset. Tacoma embraces its multi-cultural and multi-ethnic character. Communities of color and immigrant communities are fundamental to Tacoma's entrepreneurial spirit, workforce, and long-term success. In Tacoma, equity and empowerment are top priorities, meaning that all Tacoma residents must have equitable opportunities to reach their full potential and share in the benefits of community progress. One of our goals is for the City of Tacoma workforce to reflect the community it serves. We actively work to eliminate racial and other disparities and welcome candidates with diverse backgrounds and/or multicultural skill sets and experiences. Our goal is for Tacoma to be an inclusive and equitable place to live, work, and play.
The City of Tacoma is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in its workplace. Applicants are considered for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, marital or veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, and local laws.
Tacoma Power is an almost 100% hydroelectric, municipally-owned public power utility, located in Tacoma. We serve approximately 180,000 customers as one of the three operating divisions of Tacoma Public Utilities, alongside Tacoma Water and Tacoma Rail. As one of the most livable, walkable cities in the country, you'll find that Tacoma is a great fit for all interests with places to bike, run, hike, and explore, the perks of a big city, and the charm of a small town.
ApplyInterested individuals shouldapply online and attach a detailed resume and cover letter that includes job experience, major responsibilities and accomplishments related to this position.
Applications will be reviewed as they are received for interview consideration.
Reference checks will be conducted on final candidates and appointment is subject to passing a background check.
Communication from the City of Tacoma:We primarily communicate via e-mail during the application process. E-mails from cityoftacoma.org and/or governmentjobs.com must be placed on your safe domain list to ensure that you receive notifications in a timely manner. As a precaution, you may also want to check your junk e-mail folders.
If you have any additional questions regarding this position, please contact the Human Resources Department at 253.591.5400 prior to 4pm on the closing date of this posting.
The City of Tacoma provides excellent medical, dental and vision plans for the whole family; paid holidays and paid leave; participation in the Tacoma Public Employees' Retirement System (alternate plan for Police/Fire); continuing education and advancement opportunities and a growing variety of City-sponsored health and wellness opportunities and incentives.
Medical Coverage: For eligible employees and their families, including domestic partners and dependent children age 26 or younger.
Dental Coverage: For eligible employees and their families, including domestic partners and dependent children age 26 or younger.
Vision Coverage: For eligible employees and their eligible dependents.
Paid Leave: City employees are entitled to received paid holidays, sick/vacation leave or personal time off (PTO), depending upon union affiliation and appointment type.
Insurance Plans: Employees are covered by a long-term disability plan. Short-term and expanded long-term disability insurance plans are also available to employees. The State Industrial Insurance Act also covers employees.
Deferred Compensation: Income can be set aside on a pretax basis and invested for supplementation of normal retirement income.
Retirement: All employees of the City, except members of the Police and Fire services, Tacoma Rail and certain project employees, are included in the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System. Information on the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System can be found at www.cityoftacoma.org or by calling (253) 502-8200.
Other Employment Information
Direct Deposit: Employees are paid on a bi-weekly schedule by direct deposit.
Salary Increases: Based on satisfactory job performance, the City provides for a regular progression of salary increases for most classifications according to the salary schedule.
Union Affiliation: Many job classifications are covered by union security provisions which require union membership, dues, or payment of equivalent service fees.
Note: The provisions of this job announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained herein may be modified and/or revoked without notice.
01
Do you have a bachelor's degree in business or public administration, engineering or construction management, or other related field. ?
- Yes
- No
02
Do you have at least 4+ years or program management experience that includes administering and interpreting complex regulations and laws?
- Yes
- No
03
Do you possess a valid driver's license?
- Yes
- No
04
Responses to supplemental questions must be original content created by the applicant using their own words. The use of online tools or resources to create responses, such as Artificial Intelligence (ChatGPT, etc.), Google, Bing, etc., or plagiarism in any form, is considered cheating and falsification of the application.I understand that any form of cheating or falsification will disqualify my application for further consideration.
- Yes
- No
05
Although not required, do you possess a Certified Protection Professional (CPP) Certification and/or Physical Security Professional (PSP) Certification?
- Certified Protection Professional (CPP)
- Physical Security Professional (PSP)
- Neither
06
In this position, you will be responsible for the meticulous management and regulated documentation of Physical Security plans, programs, and maps. Briefly describe your experience or involvement with management of Physical Security plans, programs, and maps as it pertains to this position.
07
One of the City's Principles that guides us is Equity. Describe what equity means to you and describe any experience you have working with diverse groups of people.
08
Please tell us how you first learned about this job opening.
- Job Interest Card notification
- Internet search
- Professional organization
- POCITJOBS
- Military organization
- Union job posting
- City of Tacoma employee
- Online job board posting
- Word of mouth
- TTEP (Tacoma Training and Education Program)
- Indeed
- Government Jobs
- NWPPA
- Outreach Event
09
Please provide specific information regarding how you learned about this job opening. Thank you, your feedback will be used to evaluate our success reaching the public and refine our methods for future job postings.
Required Question
