Job Description

RWE Clean Energy, LLC

To start as soon as possible, full time, permanent

Functional area: Health, Safety & Environment

Remuneration: Exempt

The Sr Physical Security Associate supports the daily operation, coordination, and continuous improvement of physical security systems and programs across RWE Americas. This role performs advanced technical, administrative, and operational functions that ensure the protection of personnel, property, and critical infrastructure.

The Sr. Physical Security Associate applies developing competencies in governance, compliance, risk assessment, and cross-functional collaboration to maintain secure, standardized, and efficient security operations. The role supports system administration, troubleshooting, documentation, incident support, and project execution activities while contributing to the organization's broader HSSE goals, standards, and security performance expectations.

The role collaborates with corporate security and compliance partners to ensure alignment with internal policies and external regulatory requirements such as NERC/CIP, and supports investigative reviews of physical security incidents, supporting root-cause analysis and remediation planning. The Sr. Associate provides lifecycle oversight of all physical security hardware, software, and vendor relationships, including stewardship of the technology refresh roadmap, while acting as a technical advisor to cross-functional project teams related to facilities expansion, critical asset protection, and operational support.

Role Responsibilities:

• Perform advanced coordination and administration of enterprise physical security systems, including access control, video surveillance, intrusion detection, and alarms

• Support system troubleshooting, device health checks, configuration changes, and ticket resolution while escalating complex technical issues to senior team members or integrators

• Oversee day-to-day badge and credential processes, including access change requests, onboarding/offboarding workflows, and access level audits

• Assist with planning, logistics, documentation, and execution of physical security installation and upgrade projects across multiple locations

• Track and update project milestones, deliverables, and service requests using tools such as SharePoint, Airtable, or other HSSE-approved systems

• Coordinate with IT, Facilities, Operations, HR, Compliance, and vendor partners to support project timelines, site readiness, and quality assurance

• Conduct preliminary site-level physical security assessments, device functionality checks, or data gathering in support of broader risk assessments led by senior staff

• Assist with compliance activities tied to NERC/CIP, ISO, or internal HSSE policies, including audit prep, documentation gathering, and corrective-action tracking

• Support the Sr. Director of Physical Security with adhoc projects as needed

Job Requirements and Experiences:

• A Bachelor's degree in Security Management, Criminal Justice, or related field

• Advanced degree or certifications preferred

• Industry Certification a plus but not required: Project Management Professional (PMP), Certified Protection Professional (CPP), and/or Physical Security Professional (PSP)

• A minimum of 3 years of progressive experience in physical security operations required

• Experience in project management, with responsibility for physical security systems deliverables

• Demonstrated desire to learn about the Company and the renewables space

• Working knowledge of NERC CIP Physical Security Standards

• Ability to lead complex troubleshooting and problem-solving initiatives across multiple sites, managing system integrations, hardware lifecycles, and vendor performance

• Ability to develop SOPs, audit systems, and ensure compliance with internal standards and regulatory requirements (e.g., NERC CIP)

• Ability to collaborate with cross-functionally with teams, including IT, Operations, Facilities, and Corporate Security

• Ability to develop technical documentation, including system architecture diagrams, standard operating procedures (SOPs), installation standards, and commissioning checklists

• In-depth knowledge of physical security best practices, industry standards, and emerging technologies

• Familiarity with project management methodologies and tools

• Is detail-oriented, has strong business acumen, and a sound understanding of business concepts

• Excellent proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) and Teams

• Motivated self-starter, goal-oriented, and strong problem-solving abilities

• Proven ability to empathize, build relationships, and effectively communicate with people from a diverse set of backgrounds

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Work Environment:

This position is an office-based role with some travel and visits to other RWE Americas offices and field locations. The employee must be able to sit, walk, or stand for long durations of time.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. RWE Clean Energy is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas at this time.

Pay range: The annual base salary range for this position in Illinois is $100,000-$115,000. The listed salary range represents our good faith estimate for this position and represents the range for new hire salaries across all U.S locations. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. RWE considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's education & work experience, training & certifications, and key skills as well as market and business considerations at the time of the offer.

Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays. Eligible employees also participate in short-term incentives, in addition to salary.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

RWE Clean Energy is the third largest renewable energy company in the United States, with a presence in most U.S. states from coast to coast. RWE's team of about 2,000 employees in the U.S. stands ready to help meet the nation's growing energy needs. With its homegrown and fastest-to-market product, RWE supports the goal of American Energy dominance and independence. To that end, RWE Clean Energy is committed to increasing its already strong asset base of over 10 gigawatts of operating wind, solar and battery projects, focusing on providing high-quality jobs. RWE invests in local and rural communities while strengthening domestic manufacturing supporting the renaissance of American industry. This is complemented by RWE's energy trading business. RWE is also a major offtaker of American liquified natural gas (LNG).

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