**If you are a current Idaho Power employee, please apply through the Employee Portal.Application Deadline:09/17/2026 at 11:59 pm Mountain Time
# of Positions:3
Job Type:Regular
Job End Date:Exemption Status:Non-Exempt
Pay Range:$37.15 - $44.74 Hourly
Minimum Age Requirement:Job Description:With some oversight, the Entry Physical Security Analyst of Security Operations is responsible for assisting with designing, consulting, implementing, and executing Idaho Powers comprehensive company-wide Physical Security operations program. This role will focus on the operational development, execution, and optimization of Idaho Power's 24x7 security operations center (SOC) and includes:
- Developing, documenting, executing, and maintaining SOC best practices
- Executing the access provisioning program; Responding to intrusion detection events
- Managing incidents from detection through resolution and documentation
- Supporting and executing enterprise compliance monitoring
- Delivering training to operators to facilitate understanding of SOC operations, controls, and processes
- Utilizing knowledge of security technology platforms and infrastructure to improve SOC operations
When do our Entry Physical Security Analyst work?Our 24x7 SOC operates a 12-hour day shift from 7AM to 7PM and a night shift from 7PM to 7AM. Analysts are hired for either day shift or night shift. Idaho Power is looking for Analysts to staff:
- 3 full-time night shift positions
In addition to the meaningful work we do, we offer work-life balance, competitive pay and benefits, an employee incentive plan, and both a 401k employer-match and a pension plan, making Idaho Power one of the best employers in the state.
A COMPETITIVE CANDIDATE WILL HAVEKnowledge of:- Corporate security operations
- Asset protection as demonstrated by ASIS International (ASIS)
- Incident response best practices
- Video management systems
- Access control
- Visitor management
- Key control
- Basic technical industry knowledge
- Law enforcement agencies in the IPC service area
- Microsoft Office software, and PC applications
Preferred: - Utility structure
- Critical infrastructure security
- Basic NERC and FERC compliance awareness
- Security alarm monitoring concepts
- Physical access provisioning practices
- Working knowledge of security technology platforms (Unified Security and OSINT platforms) used to support enterprise physical security operations.
Skills in:- Supporting physical security operations and technology programs
- Following established procedures, priorities, and service delivery expectations
- Monitoring security systems, assessing alarms and events, documenting activity, and escalating concerns in accordance with standard operating procedures
- Applying basic qualitative and quantitative analysis to identify security trends, root causes, contributing factors, and potential control gaps
- Developing clear reports, records, work notes, and user-facing communications
- Building effective working relationships with team members, internal stakeholders, vendors, contractors, and law enforcement partners
- Learning and adapting to physical security technology platforms, business applications, and operational routines
- Communicating security information clearly and professionally to employees, contractors, vendors, and security partners
- Developing leadership skills
Ability to:- Apply sound business practices and economic principles to ensure efficient use of resources and improve physical security processes
- Effectively communicate and present threat information, both verbally and in writing, to various audiences, both internal and external
- Encourage active participation of stakeholders (e.g., employees, management, vendors, contractors) in formulating and implementing security processes
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTSEducation:- Bachelor's degree in criminal justice or related field
OR- An equivalent combination of education and experience
Experience:- 1 year of demonstrated corporate security operations and/or technology experience
Preferred:- 3 or more years of demonstrated professional corporate security operations experience
- Security or emergency center operations experience
- Experience working with physical security technology platforms
- Basic understanding of security technology infrastructure and architecture
Licenses & Certifications:- Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record based on driving requirements for the position
Preferred:- Recognized SOC/GSOC operator training
- Emergency communications/dispatch training
- Incident response training, or equivalent corporate security operations certification
- PSP, CPP
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSThis position requires working at a desk/computer for extended periods of time. It requires the use of office
equipment, fine motor skills including typing on the computer, dialing phones, filing paper, and working near
other people. There may be occasional lifts of no more than 10 lbs. The ability to respond calmly to and control
situations where violent behavior may occur is also required. The above is a summary of the primary essential
functions of the position. This job may require the performance of additional tasks assigned by company leaders
or management. Questions regarding job requirements or accommodation requests should be directed to
Human Resources.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTSThe successful candidate for this position will be required to complete scheduled compliance training and submit to periodic background investigation as mandated by NERC. Must be part of an ongoing revolving duty schedule involving being on-call 24 hours a day/7 days a week for one to two weeks straight. Must be able to assist with external security risk assessments; respond to intrusion detection incidents; and assist with physical security testing/installations, etc. in potentially adverse or uncomfortable weather conditions
ADDITIONAL INFORMATIONWorks independently, under minimal supervision with general to moderate scope. Prepares and presents reports as needed. Works within a budget.
These roles will be on a shift schedule to meet the following shift needs:
- 3 Night shifts: 7:00pm - 7:00am, on a weekly rotating schedule of weekdays and weekends worked
Competencies:Adaptability, Communication, Continuous Learning, Planning and Organizing, Work Standards
Need Assistance Completing Your Application?Please contact our Recruiting Office if you have questions, require assistance or accommodation while applying for employment with Idaho Power Company:
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