Senior Operations Cybersecurity Analyst

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This is the third level of the Ops Cybersecurity Analyst classification hierarchy. Employees at this level solve more complex problems, in multiple areas of specialization, with general supervision. Incumbents are expected to develop advanced skills and the ability to work with greater independence. They effectively apply fundamental concepts and procedures to work that are complex and varied.

This role comprises the responsibilities for cybersecurity governance, risk management, and operational technology support within Duke Energy's cybersecurity operational business units. Where applicable, the position will ensure compliance with various cybersecurity standards and requirements such as: IT503, IT505, CS 220, NERC CIP, NIST CSF, NIST 800, NARUC, TSA, and NRC 10 CFR 73.54. The analyst will lead the development, support, and ongoing strategy of their business unit’s cybersecurity program, focusing on governance and oversight and/or support and performance tasks.

Responsibilities

Governance & Oversight:

• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of the enterprise's cybersecurity safeguards
• Provide oversight of the cybersecurity program implementation, including Extent of Condition, Request for Information, internal audit reviews
• Perform security reviews and identify gaps in security architecture
• Assess the effectiveness of security controls
• Collaborate with cybersecurity leadership to align security technologies, processes, and people with Duke's strategic plan
• Define Duke's security standards, baselines, and performance metrics
• Participate in Risk Governance process
• Review and conduct audits of cybersecurity programs and projects
• Validate compliance with policies, guidelines, procedures, regulations, and laws
• Ensure compliance with internal and external cybersecurity programs and standards
• Monitor and validate the effectiveness of the enterprise's cybersecurity compliance controls and programs
• Participates within working groups and taskforce activities representing Duke Energy interests such as NATF, NAGF, EPRI, SERC, NERC, EEI and the cybersecurity industry to acquire and share information on best practices
• Provide mentorship to other team members
  
  

Support & Performance

• Perform day-to-day activities in support of cybersecurity programs and policies. This may include maintenance (patching/upgrade), support of new installations or upgrades, and other items as directed
• Support the development of the cybersecurity program for operational technology assets
• Implement the cybersecurity controls to prevent, detect, assess, and respond to complex control system cybersecurity events and incidents
• Support large, complex, or multiple smaller cybersecurity projects
• Implement and maintain cybersecurity infrastructure including firewalls, endpoint protection, and operational technology systems
• Support cyber defense trend analysis and reporting development
• Correlate incident data to identify vulnerabilities and make recommendations for remediation
• Provide mentorship to other team members
  
  

Basic/Required Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Cybersecurity, Engineering or Computer Science
• In addition to required degree, minimum 6 years related work experience
• In lieu of required degree, Associates degree and 8 years, or High School/GED and 10 years of related work experience
  
  

Desired Qualifications

• Working knowledge of NERC CIP standards and NIST Cybersecurity Framework
• Working knowledge of power generation Distributive Control Systems (DCS)
• Working knowledge of protection and control equipment
• Working knowledge of SCADA and communication systems
• Working knowledge of network architecture and firewall security
• Ability to troubleshoot network communication equipment and systems
• Experience in cybersecurity risk identification, management, audit, and compliance
• Strong understanding of IT and OT Cybersecurity policies, standards, processes, and controls
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Skilled principles of project management
• Experience in the utility industry
• Professional certification in cybersecurity or engineering
  
  

Working Conditions

• Hybrid – Work will be performed from both remote and onsite locations after the onboarding period. However, hybrid employees should live within a reasonable commute to the designated Duke Energy facility. Reliable, consistent transportation is required to ensure timely arrival at the applicable facility.
• Office Environment
• Operation facilities (plants, switchyards, substations)
  
  

Specific Requirements

• Governance & Oversight travel
• Support & Performance travel
  
  

Travel Requirements

5-15%

Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable)

No

Represented/Union Position

No

Visa Sponsored Position

No

Please note that in order to be considered for this position, you must possess all of the basic/required qualifications.

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