Cyber Security Analyst - IT

$88,200 - $98,000/Yr

Constellation Energy - Marseilles, IL

Full-time - Entry Level

Marseilles, IL

Utilities

About the position

The Cyber Security Analyst position at Constellation involves providing technical expertise to support the delivery and maintenance of IT Cyber Security and Network solutions. The role includes testing, implementing, and maintaining security solutions while working under the guidance of senior analysts and managers. The analyst will engage with business and IT partners, assist in project planning, and drive innovation to solve complex business problems, all while ensuring adherence to service level agreements.

Responsibilities

• Perform, document, and assist in planning work activities related to small projects or process improvements.
• Enhance, maintain, or support existing IT products and processes to meet defined service level agreements.
• Analyze requirements, design, build, and test IT software solutions for projects and sub-projects.
• Maintain engagement with business and IT partners.
• Assist less experienced personnel in their development.
• Drive innovation by analyzing trends and issues to create new business opportunities.
• Provide on-call support after normal business hours.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related discipline.
• 2 to 5 years of related experience or 6 to 9 years of equivalent education and work experience.
• Ability to solve problems using pre-defined procedures and guidelines.
• Strong communication skills to convey technical information in non-technical terms.
• Flexibility and adaptability to changing priorities based on business needs.
• Working knowledge of Server and Workstation Operating Systems (Windows / Linux).
• Knowledge of IP-based switching, routing, and network environments (e.g., Cisco).
• Understanding of computer networking concepts, protocols, and network security methodologies.
• Familiarity with cyber security practices for an enterprise environment.
• Knowledge of firewall operations (e.g., Cisco & Checkpoint).

Nice-to-haves

• Working knowledge of cyber security program elements such as Policy Development, Application Security, Information Security, Network Security, Disaster Recovery Planning, Operational Security, Incident Response, and End User Education.
• Experience with Security Information Event Management (SIEM) solutions (e.g., Splunk, Nitro, Industrial Defender).
• Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification or other network credentials.
• Security Plus training.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Bonus program.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Employee stock purchase program.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Robust wellness program.
• Paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick days.