Information Security Specialist

Itron is innovating new ways for utilities and cities to manage energy and water. We create a more resourceful world to protect essential resources for today and tomorrow. Join us.

We are currently looking for an Information Security Specialist to assist with the development and implementation of a comprehensive Cyber Security Program. You will work with both corporate and managed services business units to select and deploy technical controls to protect the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of Itron intellectual property and customer data.

Duties & Responsibilities

• You will support the implementation of an Cyber Security Program including recommending necessary solutions, controls, policies, and procedures to safeguard globally distributed energy systems.
• You will provide second-level support and analysis during and after a security incident.
• Review security technologies, tools, and services, and make recommendations to the broader security team
• Conduct incident response exercises with colleagues throughout the organization and incorporate lessons learned into existing security practices
• Conduct forensic analysis of security-related incidents in a manner consistent with guidance from the organization's counsel, human resources, or law enforcement, as the case may be
• Assist and leader security system administration and management of security tools including ITSM tickets through ServiceNOW.
• You will participate in information security projects, SOC Services, EDR, SIEM, Azure and Microsoft Defender products
• Develop tools, utilities, and reports to detect, alert and report on security issues and policy violations.

Required Skills & Experience

• Basic knowledge of information security technologies
• Minimum 3 years of experience on the OPS side, eg.: Technical support, System admin etc.
• Can-do attitude and the will to share knowledge as part of a team.
• Detail-oriented mindset and excellent problem-solving skills.
• Ability to take ownership of issues and follow them through to resolution
• Some experience with O365 and Azure
• A strong desire to strive to do things better

Preferred Skills & Experience

• Good understanding of Active Directory and Azure AD (Entra)
• Experience managing security tools such as endpoint protection, data filtering (Web, Data, Email), firewalls, and SIEM / log management technology.
• Powershell, Python, KQL or Bash Scripting
• Experience with Linux, Windows Operating System
• Engineer level experience with cloud and traditional network concepts
• Understanding of OWASP and MITRE ATT&CK framework
• Multicloud security concepts (ex: Azure, AWS, GCP) is a plus

What we offer

• Opportunity to create a more resourceful world by working on the 21st century's biggest challenges: water, energy, and gas
• R&D center with immense growth in the heart of Budapest at Deák Ferenc square
• Cutting-edge technologies (Cloud, IoT)
• Personal development: English, soft skills, and technical training (Udemy, Pluralsight, etc.)
• Benefits: accident and life insurance, private outpatient care support, cafeteria, iPhone with a generous data allowance
• Strong culture promoting work-life balance, remote and flexibility

Depending on your experience, this role is expected to offer between 14,000,000 HUF and 21,400,000 HUF annually. We review compensation regularly to stay competitive in the market.

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Itron is committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce and providing an authentic workplace experience for all employees. If you are excited about this role but your past experiences don't perfectly align with every requirement, we encourage you to apply anyway. In the end, you may be just who we are looking for!

The successful candidate's starting wage will be determined based on permissible, non-discriminatory factors such as skills and experience.

Itron is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you require an accommodation to apply, please contact a recruiting representative at 1-800-635-5461 or email [email protected].

Itron is transforming how the world manages energy, water and city services. Our trusted intelligent infrastructure solutions help utilities and cities improve efficiency, build resilience and deliver safe, reliable and affordable service. With edge intelligence, we connect people, data insights and devices so communities can better manage the essential resources they rely on to live. Join us as we create a more resourceful world: www.itron.com