IT Security Analyst

IT Security Analyst

Description

IT Security Analyst

The Energy Center - 3535 Colonnade Parkway

3535 Colonnade Parkway, Birmingham 35243

Full-time employee

Specialized Cyber Security

Reports to: Robert Morgan

Purpose: This position supports the Southern Company Specialized Cyber Security information security program to ensure the company’s information assets are adequately protected. The successful applicant will collaborate with Generation, Transmission, and PowerSecure utility and commercial business units to define and implement business security requirements and goals, and to identify and resolve business security issues. The position also supports information security compliance programs in response to regulations such as NERC, FERC, FACTA, PCI, as well as other state, local, and federal security requirements.

Education / Experience:

• Possess an in-depth knowledge of information security methodologies, tools, technologies, and best practices and how they relate to the organization
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve problems in a systematic and logical manner, and maintain good communications with all relevant parties throughout troubleshooting process
• Strong experience in Firewall Technologies, including hands-on experience in providing firewall support, installation, and analysis of infrastructure communication.
• 3 years’ experience in positions directly related to cyber security assessment, information security, information technology, and/or consulting expertise
• Hands on experience with the following firewall and switch solutions:
• Cisco ASA (IOS), Cisco FMC/FirePower (FXOS),
• Palo Alto
• Cisco Switches (DNA)
• Firewall technologies (site-to-site VPN, NAT, Threat prevention & URL filtering)

Job Responsibilities:

• Researching, installation, configuring, and support network and firewall infrastructure within the lab setup before deploying to production environments
• Develop requirements for firewall rule implementation including source and destination IPs, Ports, Transport Protocol
• Works with an experienced team of network engineers in performing vulnerability and fault analysis on enterprise level devices, and developing and implementing system remediation and recovery plans
• Identifying root cause of issues and making appropriate recommendation to avoid future failure
• Experience creating network diagrams utilizing Microsoft Visio
• Experience with development and maintenance of high-level and low-level design documentation
• Supports Operational Technology (OT) and the enterprise in all aspects of information security administration; trusted to handle confidential situations and data; conducts investigations and analysis as directed
• Engages with TO and business units to evaluate and implement security process for critical infrastructure and key resources
• Provides governance and oversight to business unit security activities to ensure compliance with all corporate information security policies and procedures
• Establishes and executes program updates as necessary to adapt to the changing threat landscape as well as local, state, and federal security requirements
• Assists in the ongoing development of Southern Company's security architecture focusing on Generation to identify areas of opportunity and partner with architects to research alternatives and recommend solutions
• Perform security testing and audits to identity vulnerabilities and resolve weaknesses
• Research security enhancements and make recommendations to management

Additional Information:

• Must have a valid state driver’s license
• Must be able to pass background requirements including enhanced Insider Threat Program (ITP)
• This position requires (up to 25%) travel to office locations. Overnight travel is expected.
• Additional duties as assigned

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Southern Company (NYSE: SO) is America's premier energy company, with 46,000 megawatts of generating capacity and 1,500 billion cubic feet of combined natural gas consumption and throughput volume serving 9 million customers through its subsidiaries . The company provides clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy through electric operating companies in four states, natural gas distribution companies in seven states, a competitive generation company serving wholesale customers across America and a nationally recognized provider of customized energy solutions, as well as fiber optics and wireless communications . Southern Company brands are known for excellent customer service, high reliability and affordable prices that are below the national average. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, Southern Company and its subsidiaries are inventing America's energy future by developing the full portfolio of energy resources, including carbon-free nuclear, 21st century coal, natural gas, renewables and energy efficiency, and creating new products and services for the benefit of customers. Southern Company has been named by the U.S. Department of Defense and G.I. Jobs magazine as a top military employer, recognized among the Top 50 Companies for Diversity by DiversityInc, listed by Black Enterprise magazine as one of the 40 Best Companies for Diversity and designated a Top Employer for Hispanics by Hispanic Network. The company has earned a National Award of Nuclear Science and History from the National Atomic Museum Foundation for its leadership and commitment to nuclear development and is continually ranked among the top energy companies in Fortune's annual World's Most Admired Electric and Gas Utility rankings. Visit our website at www.southerncompany.com.

Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.

Job Field: Information Technology

Job Type: Standard

Primary Location: Alabama-Metro Birmingham/Eastern AL-Birmingham

Operating Company: Southern Company Services

Job Type: Standard

Travel (Up to...): Yes, 25 % of the Time

Work Location(s):

The Energy Center - 3535 Colonnade Parkway (3535Birmingham)

3535 Colonnade Parkway

Birmingham, 35243

Req ID: SCS2011735