Associate Coordinator Corporate Security

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Date: Apr 24, 2026

Location: Houston, TX, US, 77002

Company: CenterPoint Energy

CenterPoint Energy and its predecessor companies have been in business for more than 150 years. 

 

Our Vision: Our vision is to become the most admired utility in the United States through the execution of our long-term growth strategy. We have an unwavering commitment to safely and reliably deliver electricity and natural gas to millions of people. 

 

Our Commitment: CenterPoint Energy is committed to creating an inclusive work environment where business results are achieved through the skills, abilities and talents of our diverse workforce.

At CenterPoint Energy, individuals are respected for their contributions toward our company objectives. We strive for an inclusive work environment across all levels that is reflective of the available workforce in the communities we serve. 

 

Job Summary

The Associate Coordinator, Corporate Security is responsible for administering and maintaining physical security systems, including access control, visitor management, and electronic key systems. This role serves as a key technical administrator for Genetec, Cyber Audit Web, CLIQ, and the HID visitor management system (VMS), ensuring the security and integrity of all company locations. The Coordinator will lead internal projects and manage SharePoint based applications. 

Essential Functions

  • Internal Projects: Lead ongoing projects, to include system configuration, user training, and troubleshooting.
  • Genetec Administration: Utilize Genetec to manage access control systems. Tasks include creating and managing cardholder groups, defining access rules, and setting up gate/door schedules.
  • Cyber Audit Web (CAW) Management: Administer the CAW process by programming and activating keys; updating locks, maintaining access lists, and managing the key removal process for exiting employees or contractors.
  • CLIQ Application Management: Operate the CLIQ application to process electronic keys, cylinders/cores, locks, and Personnel Devices (PDs).
  • Security Background Reporting: Generate and analyze background access reports for critical spaces to ensure compliance with company and security standards.
  • SharePoint Support & Workflow Maintenance: Provide ongoing support for SharePoint-based applications. Maintain and troubleshoot workflows that support online Security Request Forms, CAW key requests, and CLIQ key requests. 

Education Description

Bachelor’s degree preferred but not required.  Will consider relevant experience.

 

Experience

  • 3+ years in a corporate security environment, specifically focusing on physical security systems and access control.
  • Genetec Security Center: Proficiency in managing cardholders, rules, and schedules.
  • HID SAFE: Experience with HID credentials and SAFE visitor management software.
  • CAW / CLIQ Application: Experience with intelligent key systems.
  • SharePoint: Experience managing lists, libraries, and workflows.
  • Strong organizational skills, technical troubleshooting abilities, and attention to detail.
  • Basic experience and understanding of security systems (access control, video management, intrusion detection).
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills to effectively communicate with stakeholders, document findings and provide training.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize work and meet deadlines. 
  • Must be able to obtain the following within the first 24 months, post hire.
    • ASIS Physical Security Professional (PSP)
    • Genetec Certification

Physical Requirements

    Working Conditions

       

      We want you to know
      Being a part of the CenterPoint Energy team is more than a career alone. It's an opportunity to make a positive impact. You will be an integral part of enabling everyday life and the pursuit of possibilities for the customers we serve and the communities we share. The vital services we provide are at the core of making our world work, and by sharing your energy with us, we'll create a better tomorrow together. 
       

      What we bring to you

      • Competitive pay
      • Paid training
      • Benefits eligibility begins on your first day
      • Transit subsidies
      • Flexible work schedule, paid holidays and paid time off
      • Access to discounts at fitness clubs and an on-site wellness center at our headquarters in Houston
      • Professional growth and development programs including tuition reimbursement
      • 401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match dollar-for-dollar up to 6% and a company contribution of 3% regardless of your contribution

       

      Job Type: Full Time 
      Posting Start Date: 04/20/2026​
      Posting End Date: 05/01/2026


      This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR §§ 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a), and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.

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