Who We Are

Exelon is helping build a more affordable, reliable energy future for the communities we serve. We're looking for people who are ready to make a difference and work together to deliver the energy our customers count on every day.

As a Fortune 200 company and one of the nation's largest utility companies, we have more than 20,000 colleagues who serve nearly 11 million customers through six fully regulated utilities - Atlantic City Electric (ACE), Baltimore Gas and Electric (BGE), Commonwealth Edison (ComEd), Delmarva Power & Light (DPL), PECO Energy Company (PECO), and Potomac Electric Power Company (Pepco).

Exelon is built by people who put safety first, work together to solve problems and show up every day for our customers and communities. We believe strong teams are built on trust, respect and a shared commitment to high-performance culture. And our commitment to employees includes creating an environment where people can grow, develop new skills and build thriving careers.

We know this work isn't easy. That's why we offer competitive compensation, incentives, excellent benefits and the opportunity to build a rewarding career. No matter your role, you will be part of a team that is committed to making a difference, improving how we work and delivering for the people who depend on us.

Are you on for the challenge?
Primary Purpose

PRIMARY PURPOSE OF POSITION

Provide strategic leadership for the utility's security program including the safety of employees and the protection of company facilities and assets. The protection of facilities and assets will include the utility's transmission and distribution assets, vehicles and materials. The position develops and directs policies, procedures and programs to coordinate a safe and secure environment. This role is also responsible for leading confidential investigations and acting as a liaison with local and federal law enforcement agencies when necessary.

Primary Duties

PRIMARY DUTIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES

Develop, communicate and implement security policies and/or procedures for the utility relative to employee safety, building access, video surveillance, physical security, forensics, and other security functions. Routinely audit practices to ensure compliance. (25%)
Oversee a network of vendors who safeguard the company's assets and physical safety of the employees and visitors. (10%)
Ensure an employee protection program and structure is in place to safeguard employees working in the field. Prepare and instruct training in violence prevention. (10%)
Partner with HR and Supply to ensure complete background investigations are performed on new hires, contractors and subcontractors and on employees moving into roles with access to NERC assets or Sensitive Personnel Information (SPI). (10%)
Conduct sensitive investigations relating to employee safety or misconduct, theft, property damage, fraud and other issues involving standards of business conduct. Works closely with HR to resolve such incidents. (10%)
Serve as a member of the Exelon Security (Exelon and EU) leadership teams. Interface with Real Estate & Facilitates, OHS, IT Security, Ethics & Compliance and Internal Audit professionals on cross-functional teams as appropriate to minimize risk to the utility and company. (5%)
Confer with representatives of local government to ensure cooperation and coordination of activities with law enforcement and other appropriate agencies. (5%)
Select, manage and develop staff members. Develop key talent and provide opportunities for knowledge sharing and skill building. (25%)

Job Scope

JOB SCOPE

Minimum Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

BS/BA in Criminal Justice, Law Enforcement, Security Management or related field. 12+ years managerial experience in a corporate setting in an internal security department or FBI, Secret Service, Department of State, state and/or local law enforcement.
Ability to obtain and maintain a “SECRET” level clearance.
Ability to acquire and maintain handgun permits.
Strong liaison with Department of Homeland Security, and FBI/Joint Terrorism Task Force, senior officials at local, state, and federal law enforcement, emergency management and intelligence agencies.
5 years of supervisory experience.

Preferred Qualifications

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

MBA or advanced degree
Professional certifications such as CPP, PSP, PCI, CFE, etc.

Benefits

Annual salary will vary based on a candidate’s skills, qualifications, experience, and other factors: $168,000.00/Yr. – $231,000.00/Yr. plus an additional $50K in Long Term Incentive Plan annually
Annual Bonus for eligible positions: 30%
401(k) match and annual company contribution
Medical, dental and vision insurance
Life and disability insurance
Generous paid time off options, including vacation, sick time, floating and fixed holidays, maternity leave and bonding/primary caregiver leave or parental leave
Employee Assistance Program and resources for mental and emotional support
Wellbeing programs such as tuition reimbursement, adoption and surrogacy assistance and fitness reimbursement
Referral bonus program
And much more

Note: Exelon-sponsored compensation and benefit programs may vary or not apply based on length of service, job grade, job classification or represented status. Eligibility will be determined by the written plan or program documents.

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