OTIT Systems Analyst (Senior) Operations & Compliance

Talen Energy is seeking anOT/ITAnalyst or Sr. Analyst Operations& Compliancewho will be responsible forensuring the secure compliant and reliable operation of IT and OT systems supporting critical energy and industrial infrastructure.This role bridges IT and OT domains Supportingthe deployment of cybersecurity tools improving network segmentation enhancing threat detection and ensuring adherence to NERC CIP and industry cybersecurity frameworks (NIST IEC 62443).

How Youll Power the Future

At Talen Energy your work fuels this role youll do more than contribute youll drive meaningful change by:

Talen Energy isseekinga skilledOT/IT Technicianto join our 24/7 Operations Group supporting the Bulk Electric System across multiple U.S. regions. This role willbe responsible forensuring NERC/CIP compliancemaintainingsecure and reliable network operations and supporting critical business functions within the organization. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Operational Technology (OT) security network administration and compliance within a SCADA environment.

• Participate inan24/7 On-Call rotation that directly supports operational control and visibility of the Bulk Electric System.

• Ensure NERC/CIP compliance and support security and operationalobjectives.

• Configure update andmaintainvarious network devices including switches firewalls IDS and associated systems.

• Support ongoing development projects and ensure security is integrated.

• Troubleshoot and resolve network security issues efficiently.

• Analyze network logs and events to address security incidents proactively and reactively.

• Coordination between various teams in support of the Bulk Electric System.

• Convey complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical individuals and teams.

Architecture Assessment & Continuous Improvement

• Participate in the design and validation of cybersecurity architectures that span both IT and OT environments ensuring practical fit-for-purpose solutions.

• Plan coordinate and execute OT cybersecurity assessments in collaboration with internal teams third parties and site engineers.

• Conduct tabletop exercises incident simulations and post-event reviews tovalidateoperational readiness and continuous improvement.

• Support incident response including root cause analysis containment and corrective actions.

What You Have

Minimum Requirement

• Bachelors degree in IT Computer Science Cybersecurity Industrial Automation relatedfieldor experience.

• 7 years of combined IT/OT experience including 2 years in industrial cybersecurity or compliance-driven environments (e.g. SCADA PLCs DCS plant operations).

• Strong understanding of NERC CIP compliance and industrial cybersecurity frameworks (NIST SP 800-82 IEC 62443).

• Hands-on experience with OT infrastructure and cybersecurity controls including:

• Servers (Windows/Linux) virtualization (VMware/Proxmox) and backup (Commvault/Veeam).

• Network segmentation firewalls (Fortinet Palo Alto) and industrial DMZ design.

• Endpoint protection/EDR platforms (CrowdStrike Microsoft Defender).

• Asset inventory and monitoring tools (Industrial Defender NozomiClaroty Dragos).

• Familiarity with identity and access management (Active Directory Okta Azure AD) vulnerability scanningand service management (ServiceNow).

• Experience with physical security systems (e.g. CCURE camera systems sensors) and supporting compliance documentation.

• Strong analytical documentation and communication skills; able to translate technical risks into business terms.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional certifications such as CISSP CISM GCIP GICSP or equivalent.

• Experience supporting or leading NERC CIP audit orevidencecollection processes.

• Hands On experience Firewall Rule analysisNetwork Hosting

• Practical knowledge of risk assessment incident response and continuous monitoring in OT networks.

• Background in the utilities energy or manufacturing industries.

Skills & Attributes

• Strong senseof ownership and accountability drives initiatives from concept to closure.

• Collaborative communicator who can align IT OT and business functions toward shared goals.

• Applies common sense and sound judgment when navigating complex or ambiguous situations.

• Comfortablyoperatingin imperfect environments with legacy systems and resource constraints.

• Balances security imperatives with operational continuity and practical execution.

Working Conditions

• Hybrid work arrangement (23 days onsite in Allentown).

• Travel to generation sites and control rooms as(up to 20%).

• Participation in on-call rotations or incident response activities as needed.

Why Talen Energy

Power the Future

Talen Energy is one of the largest competitive energy and power generation companies in North America. We operate power plants that use diverse fuel sources in the most attractive wholesale power markets and sell energy to wholesale and retail customers in selected competitive markets. Our passion for excellence grows value through safe and efficient operations. We have an inclusive diverse respectful and collaborative workplace and a strong commitment to innovation teamwork and integrity. We generate energy for a brighter tomorrow.

Collaboration

Our passion for excellence grows value through safe and efficient operations. We have an inclusive diverse respectful and collaborative workplace.

Talen Energy offers an exceptional benefits program to its employees. Benefits include comprehensive health dental vision prescription plans life insurance and disability addition employees are eligible to participate in Talen Energys 401(k) plan. Talen Energy also provides competitive vacation and sick time to its employees.

Talen Energy is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer dedicated to diversity and the strength it brings to the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color age sex religion national origin veteran status sexual orientation genetic information gender identity disability perceived disability or any other protected characteristic as may be defined by applicable law.

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Please be aware that Talen Energy requires extensive Nuclear Power Plant background security clearance.

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