POSTING DEADLINE

This position is posted until filled.

DEPARTMENT

Department: BTS/ Physical Security

PREFERENCES

Physical Security Systems & Technologies

Demonstrated experience managing, administering, or supporting enterprise physical security technology platforms, including:

Genetec Security Center

Software House CCURE 9000

Video Management Systems (VMS)

Physical Access Control Systems (PACS)

Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS)

Intercom and mass notification systems

Experience coordinating system upgrades, migrations, expansions, and lifecycle management activities for enterprise security systems across geographically dispersed locations.

Working knowledge of physical security system architecture, including:

Access control panels

Readers and credentials

Network-connected cameras

Video archivers

Servers and storage

Security system integrations

Ability to translate operational security requirements into technical solutions and project deliverables.

Project Management & Technical Leadership

Proven experience leading technical projects involving physical security technologies from planning through implementation, testing, commissioning, and operational handoff.

Experience developing project schedules, budgets, risk assessments, stakeholder communications, and executive-level status reporting.

Demonstrated ability to coordinate efforts among internal stakeholders, IT infrastructure teams, cybersecurity teams, facilities personnel, vendors, and contractors.

Experience managing competing priorities while supporting critical operational environments with minimal disruption to business operations.

Compliance & Critical Infrastructure

Experience supporting regulated or critical infrastructure environments.

Knowledge of audit readiness, change management, evidence retention, and documentation practices.

Familiarity with NERC CIP requirements, cybersecurity controls, physical security standards, or other compliance frameworks is preferred.

Technical Skills

Working knowledge of:

Microsoft Visio

AutoCAD/DWG drawings

Security system floor plans and mapping

SQL databases

Windows Server environments

Network fundamentals as they relate to physical security systems

Experience troubleshooting complex technical issues involving cameras, access control devices, servers, integrations, or network connectivity.

Documentation & Process Improvement

Demonstrated success creating and maintaining:

Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)

Technical documentation

System inventories

Configuration standards

Disaster recovery and continuity documentation

Ability to convert institutional knowledge into repeatable processes and sustainable operational practices.

Preferred Certifications

One or more of the following certifications is preferred:

Genetec Security Center Certification

Software House CCURE 9000 Administrator or Technical Certification

Project Management Professional (PMP)

Certified Protection Professional (CPP)

Physical Security Professional (PSP)

Security Industry Association (SIA) Security Project Management training or equivalent

Relevant cybersecurity, networking, or systems administration certifications

JOB DESCRIPTION

Technical Project Manager II

Salary Grade: G05
Minimum Midpoint Maximum
$94,831 - $128,022 - $161,213

Personnel in this job title may be covered by NERC CIP cyber security standards. If the position is covered, prior to being hired, promoted, or transferred into the position, the candidate must successfully pass a Personnel Risk Assessment, which includes identity verification and a criminal background check. Prior to being granted unescorted access to cyber secure areas, the candidate must attend cyber security training. Annual cyber security training is also required.

SUMMARY:

Under general supervision, plans, develops, coordinates, and directs all phases, including construction of large multi-departmental technical projects requiring coordination with external organizations and governmental agencies.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Directs projects to completion within schedule, cost, performance objectives, and standards

Directs detailed and complex projects while minimizing costs and environmental risk

Leads the development of innovative solutions to technical and engineering problems encountered by the project

Represents PNM and the project at public hearings and in discussions with government agencies

Coordinates strategy for the acquisition of the project's regulatory permits and the legal defense thereof

Directs the compilation of project budgets

Tracks costs and advises management on project performance

Delegates assignments among project teams including project goals and schedules

Directs and oversees the development of project performance standards and criteria

Promotes awareness and compliance with corporate EEO and loss control policies

Develops environmental permitting strategies for projects

Directs internal experts, consultants, and attorneys in the implementation of the environmental permitting strategies for projects

Represents PNM and the project in meetings with the NM Attorney Generals office and the NMPUC

Informs and advises management on project direction, economic, and legal risk

Presents expert environmental and project testimony before commissions, regulatory agencies, Federal and State courts

COMPETENCIES:

Broad knowledge of project management techniques and related specialty areas

Working knowledge of managerial principles

Ability to work on very complex long-term issues and projects

Effective time management skills with ability to schedule and track several complex projects at once

Good to excellent negotiation and facilitation skills for meetings and negotiating sessions internally and externally

In-depth understanding of company policies and direction, and ability to incorporate into project goals

Broad understanding of the utility industry, regulatory process, judicial process and political sensitivities

QUALIFICATIONS

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university in a specified technical field with five to seven years related experience, or equivalent combination of education and/or experience related to the discipline.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

Must possess a current, legally valid driver's license and meet the company's driving record requirements.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Directs, coordinates, and reviews a team of technical and administrative personnel in a matrix management mode for each project of responsibility. Coordinates external professional, technical and legal consultants, and attorneys working on the project.

COMMUNICATION SKILLS:

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals

Ability to write routine reports and correspondence

Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry

Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations

COMPUTER SKILLS:

Working knowledge of database, project management, spreadsheet, and word processing software

ANALYSIS AND PROBLEM-SOLVING ABILITY:

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit up to 2/3 of the time. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Office environment.

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