IT Associate Engineer, Security

Overview

Eversource will not offer immigration-related sponsorship for this position. Applicants who require immigration sponsorship—either now or in the future—should not apply. This includes, but is not limited to, direct company sponsorship, listing Eversource as the employer of record on immigration documents, or any work authorization that requires company involvement or documentation (e.g., H-1B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, O-1, etc.).

The role and scope:
The IT Associate Security Engineer will support the Security Program protecting Eversource systems. The IT Associate Security Engineer will administer computer assets, networks and information systems that support Critical Infrastructure. This position will also support the security controls and team running the compliance requirements for Eversource’s Critical Infrastructure.

• Assists and represents the Eversource CIP program in audit situations and regional compliance committees.
• Provides training to employees on cyber security and compliance applications and tools.
• Supports 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.
• Follows industry standards, regulatory requirements and the potential impacts to Eversource policies, standards, and procedures.
• Supports security projects and day to day security controls supporting Eversource Operational Technology; 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, evaluation products and control products.
• Performs engineering functions including secure software/hardware design and implementation, software installation, configuration, testing, and documentation, software upgrades, maintenance and security administration.
• Provides technical support including troubleshooting and problem resolution.
• Responsible for network analysis, administration, and configuration.
• Operating system, related software products, application and data backup and recovery and disaster recovery.
• Performance analysis, tuning and capacity planning.

• Experience with one or more of the following is preferred: 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 ability to develop an understanding of Security Standards, Industrial Control Systems and underlying principles of networking, infrastructure and system integration.

• A Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or a related technical field. Degree in Information Security or security certification preferred.

• Zero (0) to three (3) years of experience in the field of information technology or security is preferred.

• None Required. Security+, CISSP, or other IT certifications a plus.

• Must be available to work emergency storm assignment as required.
• Must be available to travel between MA/CT/NH as necessary.

• Build trusting relationships
• Manage and develop people
• Foster teamwork and cross-functional collaboration
• Lead change
• Communicate strategic vision
• Create an engaged workforce
• Focus on the customer
• Take ownership & accountability

Eversource offers a competitive total rewards program. Check out our careers site for an overview of our benefits programs. Salary is commensurate with your experience. This position is eligible for a potential incentive. The annual salary range for this position is:

$75,880.00-$84,310.00

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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.

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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