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WEC Energy Group

Regulated utility delivering electricity and gas

IT Cybersecurity Analyst - Cloud Security Engineer

Security Engineering & ArchitectureConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeMilwaukee, WI, USA$78.7k - $156.1k

About the Job

Requirements

  • A bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, software engineering, information technology, computer information systems, management information systems, or engineering is preferred.
  • A combination of an associate degree, military or professional cybersecurity experience, and a cybersecurity certification (CISSP, GAIC, MCSE, CEH, GICSP, CSSA, or CISM) will be considered.
  • At least 2 years of cybersecurity experience.

Responsibilities

  • Establish and implement appropriate standards for the security configuration and layered defense of cloud resources.
  • Design, implement, and manage security solutions for cloud-based environments.
  • Inform and enforce cloud security policies and procedures based on best practices and industry frameworks.
  • Implement and manage security controls such as network segmentation, data protection, intrusion protection, and threat detection.
  • Automate security operations using scripting and infrastructure as code techniques.
  • Deploy and configure cloud-native security tools and solutions such as firewalls, encryption, and identity and access management.
  • Ensure key performance indicators related to cloud security are accurately tracked and reported.
  • Collect, manage, and analyze security audit logs.
  • Monitor and respond to security incidents and vulnerabilities in cloud infrastructures.
  • Stay informed of the latest trends, tools, and techniques in cloud infrastructure security and networking, defense in depth, and automation.
  • Collaborate with other teams to resolve security issues and improve the overall security posture.

Desired Qualifications

  • At least 5 years of working experience in cloud and cybersecurity.
  • Strong understanding of cloud security principles, architectures, and security best practices (CIS/NIST).
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

About the Company

WEC Energy Group

Regulated utility delivering electricity and gas

WEC Energy Group is a regulated utility that provides electricity and natural gas to about 4.4 million customers across four states. It operates a vertically integrated system, handling generation, transmission, and delivery, with rates and services overseen by public service commissions to allow stable cost recovery and returns on investments. The company is transitioning its energy mix by retiring older coal-fired plants and increasing investments in renewable energy and natural gas. Its goal is to maintain reliable service while growing earnings through regulated investments and a cleaner energy portfolio.

Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Milwaukee, WI
Founded
2015

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