Asset Protection Specialist

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Date: Apr 1, 2026

Location: Hicksville, NY, US

Company: LIPAPRD

Requisition:  82359

PSEG Company:  PSEG Long Island

Salary Range: $ 93,600 - $ 148,200

Work Location Category: Onsite

We’re one of the country’s largest energy companies, with a vision of powering a future where people use energy more efficiently and it’s safer and delivered more reliably than ever. We’re also deeply connected to the communities we serve, with more than 13,000 employees working together to support our customers and make a difference every day.

Here, you’ll have the stability and exciting opportunities that come with being a Fortune 500 company — along with a supportive, friendly work environment where your contributions are valued. We know life isn’t one-size-fits-all, and neither is work. That’s why we offer flexible work options depending on the role. 
In support of this model, roles have been categorized into one of three work location categories:
1. Onsite – roles where employees are expected to be onsite daily.
2. Hybrid fixed – roles that are a mix of remote work and onsite work fixed days each week.
3. Hybrid flexible – roles that are a mix of remote work and onsite work, but the onsite requirements have greater flexibility. (i.e. 5-8 days a month vs. set days each week).

As an employee, if you are regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week, you will have access to a wide range of comprehensive benefits designed to support your total well-being: medical, dental, vision, paternal leave and family leave programs, behavioral health programs, 401(k) with company match, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, and generous paid time off.

More than 13,000 people already call PSEG their work home, taking pride in providing safe, reliable service to millions of customers. If you’re looking for a place where you can build a meaningful career and help power and support our communities, we’d love to welcome you to the team.

PSEG is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.

Job Summary

Reporting to the Manager, Asset Protection and Investigations, the Asset Protection Specialist is responsible for direct hands-on Field Investigations for the PSEGLI Electric Utility. This position is viewed and deemed as the on-scene Security authority for the PSEGLI organization.

Job Responsibilities

  • Direct representation and coordination with local, city, county, State and Federal law enforcement organizations in the investigation of both internal and external investigations involving PSEGLI Electric Utility operations and its employees
  • Work with and advise the Security Command Center (SCC) staff and assigned support personnel in the development of incident reports resulting from theft, intrusions, fire, alarms, North American Reliability
  • Corporation (NERC) related issues, and all other security matters    
  • Support and participate in Crisis Management Planning and Response, training additional lines of business on the Security Plan, implementation and interfacing with all PSEGLI organizations during exercises and actual security and crisis events
  • Interface with additional Lines of Business and look for creative and proactive ways to increase security, optimize crime prevention and support Investigations to promote a safe working environment            
  • Work closely with, and monitor activities of, the contract security guards and roving patrols. Establish and sustain a 24/7/365 security presence using a mix of employees and subcontracted support personnel
  • Knowledge of Storm Restoration Procedures associated with critical infrastructure sustainment and recovery

Job Specific Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice or Security Management (or related degree) plus 7 years of experience in security or law enforcement, military, Federal, State, local law enforcement investigative or corporate investigations experience.
  • In lieu of degree, a minimum of 15 years of experience in Security or Law Enforcement
  • Flexibility to work extended and unusual hours involving ever-changing situations and experience with on call security coverage.
  • Demonstrated communication skills (written and verbal)
  • Experience interviewing, obtaining information and writing investigation and incident reports
  • Proficiency with all MS Office applications
  • Must possess and maintain a valid US driver’s license with a safe and satisfactory driving history.

 

Desired

  • Experience in Security Response and Crisis Management. Demonstrated working knowledge of Physical Security requirements
  • Understanding of Cyber Security requirements
  • Previous experience working with an Electric Utility organization

Some positions at PSEG require access to information covered by the Department of Energy’s regulation 10 CFR 810 (Part 810). If applicable, the successful applicant must prove they are: (1) a citizen or national of the USA; OR (2) a lawful permanent resident of the United States (Non-Conditional Permanent I-551 / Green Card / Permanent Resident Card holder); OR (3) a citizen, national, or permanent resident of a “Generally Authorized” destination on the attached list and not also a citizen, national, permanent resident of any country not listed; OR (4) a “Protected Individual” under the Immigration and Naturalization Act (8 U.S.C 1324b(a)(3)).


As an employee of PSEG Long Island, you should be aware that during storm/outage restoration efforts, you may be required to perform functions different from normal operations and work extended hours beyond your regular work schedule. You may also be required to work on premise or in an alternate location as directed by the company.

 

For all roles, PSEGLI’s drug and alcohol testing program includes pre-employment testing, testing for cause, and post-incident/accident testing. 
Employees who are hired or transfer into a federally regulated role (including positions covered by USDOT, PHMSA, or NRC regulations) are subject to random drug and alcohol testing, inclusive of marijuana. Although numerous states throughout the country have legalized marijuana/cannabis products recreationally and medically, the use of these products are prohibited for employees in federally regulated roles. Please note that the use of CBD products may result in a positive drug test for THC/Marijuana and such use is not a legitimate medical explanation for a positive result.


If you are a current PSEG employee and offered an opportunity with PSEG Long Island, you will be treated as a new hire.  Please note that as a new hire to the Long Island subsidiary, your benefits will change and generally will be consistent with other similarly situated PSEG Long Island new hires.  Similarly, for PSEG Long Island employees who accept job opportunities with PSEG or any of its subsidiaries (other than PSEG Long Island), their benefits will change and generally be consistent with other similarly situated new hires of that company. 


PSEGLI is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment, including the hiring process, based on any legally protected characteristic. Legally protected characteristics include race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law in locations where PSEG employs individuals. 
PSEGLI is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.  If you have a disability and need assistance applying for a position, please call 973-430-3845 or email accommodations@pseg.com.
If you need to request a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential functions of the job, email accommodations@pseg.com.  Any information provided regarding a disability will be kept strictly confidential and will not be shared with anyone involved in making a hiring decision.


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