Sr. Cybersecurity Analyst

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Houston, MS - USA

profile Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed
Posted on: 20 hours ago
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

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Sr. Cybersecurity Analyst
About PROENERGY
PROENERGY is a global and vertically integrated energy transition platform. Focused exclusively on fast-start dispatchable power our company supports both energy security and renewable growth with complete turbine services project development equipment manufacturing turnkey generation facilities operations and maintenance.
Our Footprint
We are primed for the energy transition with permanent service locations in Missouri Texas and Argentina. Our world-class Missouri headquarters is purpose-built to meet dispatchable power needs. It sits on 90 acres in Sedalia and features more than 600000 sq. ft of service capacity under roof which includes the only independent Level-IV aeroderivative depot and string-test facility in the world. Our Houston Texas office is a strategic satellite positioned near our own dispatchable power installations
Our Philosophy
We take care of our people and strive to make a positive difference for the world. We offer competitive pay excellent benefits that include Medical Dental Vision and Life/Disability Insurance at minimal cost to the employee 10 paid holidays paid time off and a 401K plan. If you are looking for a rewarding career and possess specialized knowledge and quality-oriented problem-solving skills we encourage you to apply today
Position Summary
The Senior Cybersecurity Analyst supports cybersecurity operations by monitoring security events responding to incidents conducting threat analysis and assisting with compliance activities to protect PROENERGYs critical energy infrastructure and global business operations. This role requires strong technical skills in security monitoring incident response and security tool management with emphasis on continuous learning and professional growth. The Cybersecurity Analyst works under the guidance of senior analysts while independently handling security operations tasks and contributing to the protection of PROENERGYs global network.

Reports To: Senior Manager Cybersecurity
Location: 6246 McHard Road Houston TX North Eldridge Pkwy Houston TX 77041 or 2001 Proenergy Blvd Sedalia MO 65301 with global network responsibility
Travel: 15-20%
Position Responsibilities
Security Monitoring and Incident Response:
  • Monitor security alerts using SIEM tools (e.g. Splunk Elastic Security Microsoft Sentinel) and EDR platforms (e.g. CrowdStrike Microsoft Defender) to identify potential threats.
  • Support incident response efforts including initial triage log collection containment activities and evidence preservation under senior analyst guidance.
  • Analyze security logs and events to identify indicators of compromise (IOCs) and correlate threat activity across multiple data sources.
  • Document security incidents thoroughly maintaining accurate records for reporting compliance and lessons learned.
  • Execute security playbooks and runbooks for common incident scenarios escalating complex issues to senior analysts.
  • Participate in post-incident reviews and contribute to continuous improvement of security operations.
Threat Analysis and Detection:
  • Conduct initial malware analysis and threat research to understand attack methods and tactics.
  • Support threat hunting activities using frameworks like MITRE ATT&CK to proactively identify threats.
  • Research and analyze emerging threats relevant to critical infrastructure and energy sector operations.
  • Maintain and update threat intelligence feeds integrating IOCs into security tools for improved detection.
  • Develop and tune SIEM detection rules to improve alert quality and reduce false positives.
Security Tools Management:
  • Manage and maintain security tools including SIEM EDR firewalls IDS/IPS and vulnerability scanners.
  • Monitor cloud security configurations for AWS Azure or Google Cloud platforms identifying misconfigurations and security gaps.
  • Perform regular security tool health checks ensuring proper logging alerting and functionality.
  • Write and maintain scripts (Python PowerShell Bash) to automate security tasks log analysis and reporting.
  • Support deployment and configuration of new security technologies and capabilities.
Compliance and Risk Management:
  • Support compliance activities for NERC CIP NIST 800-53 ISO 27001 and SOC 2 frameworks.
  • Conduct security assessments and vulnerability scans documenting findings and tracking remediation.
  • Assist with audit preparation gathering evidence and documentation as required.
  • Monitor security posture metrics and contribute to compliance reporting.
  • Perform third-party vendor security assessments reviewing questionnaires and security documentation.
Security Awareness Support:
  • Support security awareness programs by creating content coordinating training sessions and tracking participation.
  • Manage phishing simulation campaigns analyzing results and reporting metrics to senior analysts.
  • Respond to employee security questions and provide guidance on security best practices.
  • Assist with security awareness initiatives including National Cybersecurity Awareness Month activities.
Metrics and Reporting:
  • Collect and analyze security metrics including alert volumes incident response times and detection rates.
  • Create dashboards and visualizations to communicate security operations status to stakeholders.
  • Prepare regular security reports summarizing threats incidents and security posture improvements.
  • Maintain accurate documentation in security operations and compliance databases.
Collaboration and Communication:
  • Collaborate with IT network and OT teams to address security issues and implement security controls.
  • Communicate security findings and recommendations clearly to technical and non-technical audiences.
  • Participate in security team meetings contributing ideas and sharing knowledge.
  • Support crisis communication during security incidents documenting and disseminating information as directed.
Continuous Learning and Professional Development
  • Stay current on cybersecurity threats tools and best practices through training conferences and community engagement.
  • Pursue relevant cybersecurity certifications to advance technical expertise.
  • Shadow senior analysts to learn advanced incident response forensics and threat hunting techniques.
  • Participate in tabletop exercises purple team activities and security simulations to develop skills.
Required Qualifications
  • Bachelors degree in Cybersecurity Computer Science Information Technology or related field (or equivalent work experience).
  • 3-5 years of experience in cybersecurity security operations incident response or related technical roles.
  • Strong understanding of cybersecurity fundamentals including threats vulnerabilities and security controls.
  • Experience with SIEM tools (e.g. Splunk Elastic Security Microsoft Sentinel) for log analysis and correlation.
  • Familiarity with EDR platforms (e.g. CrowdStrike Microsoft Defender) and endpoint security concepts.
  • Working knowledge of network security technologies including firewalls IDS/IPS and VPNs.
  • Understanding of regulatory frameworks such as NERC CIP NIST or ISO 27001
  • Proficiency in scripting languages (Python PowerShell or Bash) for basic automation tasks.
  • Experience with cloud platforms (AWS Azure or GCP) and basic cloud security concepts.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for investigating security incidents.
  • Good written and verbal communication skills for documentation and stakeholder interaction.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • High integrity and trustworthiness for handling sensitive security information.
  • Adaptability and eagerness to learn new technologies and security techniques.
  • Commitment to continuous professional development.
  • Travel:15-20%
  • US work authorization is a precondition of employment. The company will not consider candidates who require sponsorship for a work-authorized visa.
  • Successful candidate will need to satisfactorily complete pre-employment drug screen and background check
Desired Qualifications
  • Professional cybersecurity certifications such as Security CySA CEH GCIA or similar.
  • Experience in the energy sector or critical infrastructure environments.
  • Familiarity with threat hunting frameworks like MITRE ATT&CK.
  • Basic understanding of forensic analysis tools and techniques.
  • Experience with vulnerability management tools and processes.
  • Knowledge of operational technology (OT) and industrial control systems (ICS) security.
  • Familiarity with security orchestration and automation (SOAR) platforms.
  • Understanding of DevSecOps concepts and CI/CD security integration
  • Experience with threat intelligence platforms and feeds.
  • Knowledge of container security (Docker Kubernetes) fundamentals
  • Understanding of modern authentication protocols (OAuth SAML OIDC).
  • Experience supporting security awareness programs or training initiatives.
  • Strong cultural awareness for supporting global operations.
  • Ability to balance security requirements with operational needs.
It is PROENERGYs policy to provide equal opportunity in employment to all its employees and applicants for employment without regard to race color religion sex pregnancy age disability national origin marital status ancestry medical condition military status or any other characteristic protected by State or Federal law.


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Sr. Cybersecurity AnalystAbout PROENERGYPROENERGY is a global and vertically integrated energy transition platform. Focused exclusively on fast-start dispatchable power our company supports both energy security and renewable growth with complete turbine services project development equipment manufac...
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About Company

PROENERGY was founded in 2002 by President and CEO Jeff Canon. PROENERGY completed construction on its corporate office in Sedalia, Missouri in 2006. Since that time our campus has undergone multiple expansions, currently sitting on 90-acres and featuring 900,000 square feet of ...

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