Senior IT Security Engineer Operational Technology

Senior IT Security Engineer Operational Technology (Hybrid) 

This is a hybrid role. The first three months are fulltime in the office.

Our Team

The Senior IT Security Engineer will support the Security Program protecting Eversource Operational Technology (OT) systems. The Senior Security Engineer will administer computer assets, networks and information systems that support Critical Infrastructure. Provides direct technical support for all requirements in the planning, coordination, programming, and implementation of releases, upgrades or changes to security system software and hardware, and the range of products and productivity tools that support the testing and production environments. Ensures stable performance of relevant security related hardware/software for the OT control centers through performance monitoring and tuning and performs capacity planning. This position will also support the security controls and team running the NERC CIP compliance requirements for Eversource Critical Infrastructure.

Essential Functions: 
• Assist and represent the Eversource CIP program in audit situations and regional compliance committees. 
• Provide training to OT employees on cyber security skills, concepts, and compliance requirements. 
• Support the implementation of cyber security policies, architectures, technical standards, technical controls, security solutions, guidelines, procedures, and other elements necessary to maintain security and compliance posture. 
• Follow industry standards, NERC CIP regulatory requirements and Eversource OT policies, standards, and procedures. 
• Support OT security tool implementations, and day to day OT security controls. 
• Produce high quality oral and written work, presenting complex technical matters clearly and concisely with audiences ranging from peers to Sr. Management. 
• Recommend effective process changes to enhance defense and response procedures. 
• Evaluate, test and select security tools, controls, and processes. 
• Perform OT Security Engineering functions including secure software / hardware design and implementation, software installation, configuration, testing, and documentation, software upgrades, maintenance and security administration. 
• Technical support including troubleshooting and problem resolution. 
• Assist with security investigations, incident response and forensics in the OT domains. 
• Implement and exercise the data backup and disaster recovery procedures.
• Analyze application performance metrics, tuning and capacity bottlenecks.

Technical Knowledge/Skill: Experience with one or more of the following: security perimeter technology, Operating System security, logging and monitoring tools, malware prevention, policy and procedure, Active Directory, risk assessments, security awareness, or related information security subject area. Must have an understanding of NERC CIP regulations and underlying principles of networking.  Must have an understanding of OT Industrial Control System protocols, infrastructure, and system integration, preferably in the electric utility domain for control centers and/or substation operations.

Education: Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Computer Science, Engineering, related discipline, or equivalent work experience. Degree in Information Security or security certification preferred. 

Experience: A minimum of 5-8 years of experience in the field of information security is required. 

Compensation and Benefits: 
• Eversource offers a competitive total rewards program. 
• Check out the career site for an overview of benefits. 

Working Conditions: 
• Must be available to work emergency restoration assignment as required. 
• Must be available to travel between MA/CT/NH as necessary.

Leadership Behaviors/Competencies:

Set and Communicate Direction and Priorities

• Know the business plan and how your role connects to it
• Identify problems, issues; take responsibility for resolution
• Set high standards for self; deliver quality performance
• Raise ideas for improvement
• Communicate, communicate, communicate

Build Trusting Relationships

• Follow through on commitments made to manager, colleagues, and customers.
• Address difficult or controversial issues and encourage others to do the same.
• Have honest dialogue with others

Manage and Develop People

• Set performance goals that align with department and company goals
• Meet regularly with your supervisor/manager to discuss your performance
• Seek opportunities to develop skills and gain knowledge through on the job opportunities, i.e. working on projects, attending meetings, etc.

Foster Teamwork and Cross-functional Collaboration

• Work collaboratively within and across the organization to achieve “One Company” and other goals
• Recognize and address cross functional implications of your work

Create a Diverse, Inclusive Workforce

• Incorporate the diverse ideas and perspectives of team, colleagues, and customers in your work

Lead Change

• Proactively seek out opportunities to improve business performance and customer service.
• Respond positively to new demands or circumstances
• Exhibit a “can-do” attitude to support changes in priorities and work processes

Focus on the Customer

• Deliver superior service to our customers, both internal and external, in a reliable, attentive, courteous, quality, proactive and timely manner

Compensation and Benefits

Eversource offers a competitive total rewards program.  The annual salary range for this position is $118,480.00 to $131,640.00, plus incentive.  Salary is commensurate with your experience.  Check out the career site for an overview of our benefits.

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EEO Statement

Eversource Energy is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, disability status, or protected veteran status.

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Emergency Response:

Responding to emergency situations to meet customers’ needs is part of every employee’s role. If employed, you will be given an Emergency Restoration assignment.  This means you may be called to assist during an emergency outside of your normal responsibilities, work hours and location.