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Coordinate analyst workload, operational coverage, and shift execution. * Ensure consistent execution of procedures, escalation paths, and operational workflows. * Lead real-time security event ...

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As of Jul 25, 2026, the average hourly pay for security operations analyst in Texas is $41.13, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $32.26 and $50.82 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are Security Operations Analysts?

Security Operations Analysts are IT professionals responsible for monitoring, detecting, and responding to cybersecurity threats within an organization. They work in security operations centers (SOCs) to analyze security incidents, investigate suspicious activities, and help implement measures to protect digital assets. Their role often involves using security tools and technologies, collaborating with other IT teams, and ensuring compliance with security policies. By proactively identifying vulnerabilities and responding to incidents, Security Operations Analysts play a critical role in safeguarding an organization's information systems.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Security Operations Analyst, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Security Operations Analyst, you need a strong understanding of cybersecurity principles, incident response, and risk assessment, typically supported by a degree in computer science or related fields. Familiarity with security information and event management (SIEM) tools, intrusion detection systems, and certifications like CompTIA Security+ or CISSP is highly valuable. Analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective communication are key soft skills that set top analysts apart. These skills and qualifications are essential for quickly identifying, investigating, and mitigating security threats to protect organizational assets.

How does a Security Operations Analyst typically collaborate with other IT and security teams?

Security Operations Analysts work closely with various IT and cybersecurity teams to monitor, detect, and respond to security threats. They regularly interact with network engineers, incident response teams, and system administrators to escalate and resolve security incidents. Effective communication and coordination are crucial, as analysts may need to provide detailed incident reports, share threat intelligence, and participate in post-incident reviews to improve security protocols. This collaborative environment helps ensure a swift response to threats and fosters ongoing professional development through cross-team knowledge sharing.

What is the difference between Security Operations Analyst vs Security Engineer?

AspectSecurity Operations AnalystSecurity Engineer
Primary FocusMonitoring, detecting, and responding to security incidentsDesigning, implementing, and maintaining security systems
CertificationsCompTIA Security+, CISSP, CEHCISSP, GIAC Security Certifications, CISSP
Work EnvironmentSecurity operations centers, incident response teamsSecurity architecture teams, development environments
ResponsibilitiesAnalyzing security alerts, incident response, threat huntingDeveloping security tools, deploying security solutions, system hardening

While both roles focus on cybersecurity, Security Operations Analysts primarily monitor and respond to threats in real-time, whereas Security Engineers design and build security infrastructure to prevent attacks. Both roles often collaborate but serve different functions within an organization's security strategy.

What Does a Security Operations Analyst Do?

A security operations analyst works with a company, organization, or government office to identify and reduce security risks to their computer network. Your duties are to keep records of any suspicious activity, install security measures to prevent breaches, and give the organization suggestions about how to avoid future incidents. As a security operations analyst, your responsibilities also include conducting research on new threats and upgrading software as necessary. You often collaborate with other employees to resolve incidents as quickly as possible.

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Physical Security Operations Analyst

Physical Security Operations Analyst

Xcel Energy

Amarillo, TX • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Xcel Energy rating

8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

Based on 89 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

20th of 53 rated energy and utility

Job description

Are you looking for an exciting job where you can put your skills and talents to work at a company you can feel proud to be a part of? Do you want a workplace that will challenge you and offer you opportunities to learn and grow? A position at Xcel Energy could be just what you're looking for.
Position Summary:
The Physical Security Operations (PSO) Analyst provides 24x7 support to plan and respond to enterprise-wide crises or emergency situations impacting our facilities, employees, customers, or assets. This role is critical in ensuring the safety and security of our organization through analysis, escalated monitoring, incident management, and effective communication. The PSO Analyst supports Physical Security Operations groups, including Protection Services, Security Systems, and Regulatory. This role involves both virtual and in-person responsibilities.
Essential Responsibilities:
  • Holistic Risk Management: Identify, assess, and mitigate risks to ensure the safety and security of the organization. Implement as directed, comprehensive risk management strategies to address potential threats and vulnerabilities.
  • Threat Intelligence and Response: Coordinate with Protection Services, Threat Intelligence, electrical operations units, and other relevant groups to resolve high or critical severity level incidents. Facilitate all layers of the Common Operating Picture. Perform critical analysis of escalations from event triage to incident escalation.
  • Regulatory Compliance and Governance: Ensure compliance with relevant security regulations and governance standards. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of regulatory requirements and assist as directed, with necessary measures to adhere to these standards.
  • Incident Response and Business Continuity: Provide operational support through analysis. Identify and respond to enterprise-level events, incidents, or crises. Support enterprise response processes and facilitate all incident phases, including identification, containment, remediation, and post-incident activities. Operate with a sense of urgency and focus during high-impact events.
  • Security Awareness and Culture: Deliver training, workshops, and other outreach activities to business units to enhance their understanding and preparedness for security incidents. Promote a culture of security awareness throughout the organization.
  • Communication: Deliver key communications to affected business areas, the enterprise response team, and senior leadership during major incidents. Effectively communicate incident specifics to internal and external partner groups to achieve timely incident collaboration, containment and mitigation. Drive efficiencies from operations to leadership.
  • Reporting and Metrics: Provide ad-hoc reporting and dashboard metrics of incidents or events impacting the enterprise. Offer technical support for users of the Common Operating Picture.
  • On-Site Assessments: Assist and provide on-site assessments when requested to ensure the security and safety of personnel, facilities and operations.
  • Physical Security Investigational Support: Support field and investigative personnel by providing analysis of video, reports, case management databases and OSINT (Open Source Intelligence) information to aid in the resolution of security investigations. Provide products, such as standardized assessments and other relevant materials, in support of consultations, investigations, and other information-gathering activities.
  • Other Duties as Assigned: Perform additional tasks and responsibilities as required to support the overall security and safety objectives of the organization.

Minimum Requirements
  • Bachelor's Degree
  • 3 years of operational experience
  • An understanding of threat and incident management in triage, containment, escalation and mitigation
  • Solid understanding and experience using event escalation and reporting procedures
  • Ability to demonstrate analytical expertise, close attention to detail, excellent critical thinking, logic, and solution orientation and to learn and adapt quickly
  • Strong oral and written communication skills, experience in effective communication with executive leadership is desirable
  • Understanding of FEMA National Incident Management System (NIMS/ICS) including emergency management certifications or training is desirable
  • Experience in and ability to work nights, weekends and holidays to support a 24/7 security command center

As a leading combination electricity and natural gas energy company, Xcel Energy offers a comprehensive portfolio of energy-related products and services to 3.4 million electricity and 1.9 million natural gas customers across eight Western and Midwestern states. At Xcel Energy, we strive to be the preferred and trusted provider of the energy our customers need. If you're ready to be a part of something big, we invite you to join our team.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Individuals with a disability who need an accommodation to apply please contact us at recruiting@xcelenergy.com.
Non-Bargaining
The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $73,700.00 to $104,633.00 per year
This position is eligible for the following benefits: Annual Incentive Program, Medical/Pharmacy Plan, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Dependent Care Reimbursement Account, Health Care Reimbursement Account, Health Savings Account (HSA) (if enrolled in eligible health plan), Limited-Purpose FSA (if enrolled in eligible health plan and HSA), Transportation Reimbursement Account, Short-term disability (STD), Long-term disability (LTD), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Fitness Center Reimbursement (if enrolled in eligible health plan), Tuition reimbursement, Transit programs, Employee recognition program, Pension, 401(k) plan, Paid time off (PTO), Holidays, Volunteer Paid Time Off (VPTO), Parental Leave
Benefit plans are subject to change and Xcel Energy has the right to end, suspend, or amend any of its plans, at any time, in whole or in part.
In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information including but not limited to dates of school attendance and graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
Deadline to Apply: 07/21/26
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All Xcel Energy employees and contractors share responsibility for protecting the company's information and systems by adhering to cybersecurity policies, standards, and best practices, recognizing that cybersecurity is everyone's responsibility.
ACCESSIBILITY STATEMENT
Xcel Energy endeavors to make https://www.xcelenergy.com/ accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact Xcel Energy Talent Acquisition at recruiting@xcelenergy.com. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.

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Xcel Energy is a prominent electricity and natural gas service provider serving multiple states in the United States, including Colorado, Michigan, Minnesota, New Mexico, North Dakota, South Dakota, Texas, and Wisconsin. Our commitment revolves around delivering essential services to our valued customers. As a trailblazer in the industry, we were the first major US electricity provider with a visionary goal to achieve 100% carbon-free electricity by 2050 and an ambitious 80% reduction in carbon emissions by 2030, based on 2005 levels. Through innovative electric vehicle initiatives, we actively contribute to carbon reduction not only in our electricity generation but also in the transportation sector within the states we operate. Simultaneously, we remain devoted to ensuring cost-effectiveness for our customers by implementing advanced electricity rates and energy efficiency programs.

Industry

Utilities

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Minneapolis, MN, US

Year founded

1909

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