Physical Security Specialist II

Bring YOUR energy to Alliant Energy!

At Alliant Energy, our purpose is to serve customers and build stronger communities. We are passionate about powering beyond the market challenges of today, while powering what's next in energy. When our employees say "I am energy", it means they take pride in the work we do when disaster strikes, as well as all the days in between. We want you to be safe, happy and healthy. That's why we prioritize safety, offer volunteer opportunities and provide competitive pay, comprehensive health and retirement benefits, tuition reimbursement and paid time off.

Job Summary

Are you a security professional with a sharp eye for executive protection and a deep understanding of threat intelligence? We're seeking a Physical Security Specialist who can proactively identify risks, implement protective strategies, and ensure the safety of our people and assets across diverse environments. This role blends hands-on physical security expertise with strategic insight—supporting executive travel, corporate events, and high-risk scenarios. If you're ready to lead with precision and discretion, this opportunity includes up to 80% travel and the chance to make a meaningful impact across our organization.

What you will do

- Participates in the implementation and execution of physical security programs associated with facility, employee, and executive protection, including event security, travel security, access control camera management (CCTV), and security awareness training.

- Participates as a team member and subject matter expert on capital project administration, risk assessments, threat intelligence tools, and incident reporting.

- Identifies solutions, executes tasks, and ensures quality.

- Works closely with vendors and information technology (IT) as a subject matter expert and an application administrator in the design, development, and installation of various technologies that support the physical security program.

- Ensures that work abides by established physical security procedures and policies to remain in compliance with regulations and laws, including North American Electric Reliability Corporation Critical Infrastructure Protection (NERC CIP) standards and the Transportation Security Administration directives.

- Provides training to company and contract employees on security awareness issues, badge issuance, key, core, lock program, and other corporate physical security considerations.

- Engage in other duties as needed that support Alliant Energy’s Values and helps deliver on our Purpose to serve customers and build stronger communities.

Education Requirements

- Bachelor’s Degree Criminal Justice, Homeland Security, or related field. Preferred

Required Experience

- 3 years of experience in physical security, law enforcement, or other protective services.

Preferred Experience

- Experience in preparing and delivering protective risk assessments for executive travel, corporate events, and high risk environments.

- First Aid, CPR, and AED certification a plus.

- Physical Security Professional (PSP) or similar industry credential a plus.

Other Requirements

- Must possess a valid driver’s license.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

- Strong analytical, organizational and written and verbal communication skills.

- Demonstrated ability to work with and maintain highly confidential information.

- Possess a working knowledge of photography, personal computers, scanners and technology systems and development methodologies in order to support security technology and investigation requirements.

- Demonstrated ability to plan and coordinate multiple projects/work initiatives at one time with minimal supervision.

- Demonstrated interpersonal skills to work effectively with all levels of personnel inside or outside the company and apply a teamwork concept within and across organizational lines to achieve common company goals.

- Demonstrated ability to apply problem solving techniques and conflict resolution during times of stress and high volumes of work.

- Ability to travel (up to 80%) and work flexible hours in high-pressure environments

- Ability to work effectively in a diverse work environment.

Key Skills

- Asset Protection • Business Process Improvements • Critical Incident Training • Physical Security Management • Regulatory Compliance • Scenario Planning • Security Governance • Security Management • Stakeholder Management • Vendor Management

Our people are passionate about what they do, the product they sell, and the customers they serve. If you're looking for an opportunity to be a part of a work family that values collaboration, innovation and dedication, we're the right company for you.

Alliant Energy offers a comprehensive total rewards package including competitive compensation and benefit programs. Information on these benefit programs is available on our Careers site.

Pay Range:

$70,000-$91,000

This position is eligible to participate in the annual incentive program. The final salary offered will generally fall within this range and is dependent on various factors including but not limited to the responsibilities of the position, experience, skill set, internal pay equity and other relevant qualifications of the applicant.

It's not just what we do; it's how we do it.

Live Safety. Everyone. Always | Make Things Better | Care For Others | Do The Right Thing | Act For Tomorrow | Think Beyond. Be Bold

Alliant Energy and its subsidiaries are committed to creating a culture of belonging and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis prohibited by law.

All candidates selected for employment with Alliant Energy will be required to successfully complete a background check, and a drug screen where applicable.

Disclaimer:

The above information on this description has been crafted to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not crafted to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Applicants in need of a reasonable accommodation for any part of the hiring process, please email

talent@alliantenergy.com

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