Security Operations Sr. Analyst

Genesis10 - Dallas, TX

Full-time - Mid Level

Dallas, TX

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

Genesis10 is seeking a Security Operations Sr. Specialist for our client in the Utilities Industry. This is a Contract opportunity located in Downtown Dallas, TX 75201 and will require the candidate to work On Site. The primary responsibility of this role is to ensure the safety of technology platforms, which includes workstations, server systems, networks, applications, databases, and electronic information. The incumbent will protect these systems from security violations, improper access, or destruction. This position involves assisting with the implementation of Information Technology security policies that cover protocols, applications, networks, client and server systems, personnel, and other risk management mechanisms. In this role, the Security Operations Sr. Specialist will actively monitor and investigate in real-time the organization's networks, systems, applications, and databases to protect internal partners and external customers from security violations, access, or destruction. The specialist will perform Cybersecurity investigations as part of the Cyber Security Incident Response Plan (CSIRP) and will make recommendations to management based on findings and solutions. Reporting on identified metrics, threats, relevant trends, and other topics as requested by the Chief Digital Officer, Chief Information Officer, and Chief Information Security Officer is also a key responsibility. The role requires active engagement and collaboration with other groups within the Digital Grid Management (DGM) team and internal partners. The Security Operations Sr. Specialist will act as an escalation point for security analysts, assisting in problem-solving by providing cybersecurity expertise and knowledge of the corporate technology environment. Additionally, the specialist will assist with training new and existing SOC analysts to utilize the company's security tools necessary for their duties. Coordination with management for high-priority incidents and ensuring that the Director of Cybersecurity and CIO are apprised of technical and regulatory changes in the security landscape are also essential duties. The position demands strong interpersonal skills, a positive attitude, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, along with a self-motivated and results-oriented approach to delivering above-par results in a proactive manner.

Responsibilities

• Actively monitor and investigate in real-time the organization's networks, systems, applications, and databases to protect internal partners and external customers from security violations, access, or destruction.
• Perform Cybersecurity investigations as part of the Cyber Security Incident Response Plan (CSIRP) and make recommendations to management on findings and solutions.
• Report on identified metrics, threats, relevant trends, and other topics as requested by the Chief Digital Officer, Chief Information Officer, and Chief Information Security Officer.
• Engage and collaborate with other groups within the Digital Grid Management (DGM) team and internal partners.
• Act as an escalation point for security analysts and assist in problem-solving by providing cybersecurity expertise and knowledge of the corporate technology environment.
• Assist with training new and existing SOC analysts to utilize the company's security tools necessary to perform analyst duties.
• Coordinate with management for high-priority incidents.
• Ensure the Director of Cybersecurity and CIO are apprised of technical and regulatory changes in the security landscape.
• Act as a change agent to adapt and drive change throughout the organization.
• Perform all essential aspects and functions of the job as well as any other specific job requirements as assigned.

Requirements

• High School diploma, GED and relevant work experience is required; Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity or other related field is preferred.
• 3 years cybersecurity monitoring experience required.
• Proven analytical, problem solving, and research skills.
• Understanding of network concepts, protocols, services and operating systems.
• Experience with SIEM, email security, IPS, web security, application whitelisting, EDR, SOAR, and anomaly detection tools required.
• Ability to obtain certifications in industry specific and technical fields, such as NERC-CIP and CompTIA Security +.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule, such as shift work (including rotating shifts), days, nights, weekends and holidays as necessary 100% on site.
• Advanced verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work in an open and collaborative environment.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in the Utilities Industry is a plus.
• Familiarity with regulatory compliance standards related to cybersecurity.

Benefits

• Access to hundreds of clients, most who have been working with Genesis10 for 5-20+ years.
• The opportunity to have a career home in Genesis10; many of our consultants have been working exclusively with Genesis10 for years.
• Access to an experienced, caring recruiting team (more than 7 years of experience, on average).
• Behavioral Health Platform
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Health Savings Account
• Voluntary Hospital Indemnity (Critical Illness & Accident)
• Voluntary Term Life Insurance
• 401K
• Sick Pay (for applicable states/municipalities)
• Commuter Benefits (Dallas, NYC, SF)
• Remote opportunities available.