IT Security Analyst, II

IT Security Analyst, II

Description

Endpoint Security Engineer

Located in Birmingham, AL or Atlanta, GA

Job Purpose:

Purpose: Southern Company is seeking a passionate and capable Endpoint Security Engineer to join our Technology Security organization. This position will support the endpoint security stack leveraged by our security teams and business units across the company.

In this role, you will manage the day-to-day maintenance and operations of the endpoint security stack which includes performing upgrades, maintaining agent health, and policy management. This position partners with other business unit SMEs to ensure our company assets are protected at the host level. This role is a technical hands-on role that requires excellent troubleshooting, analytical and problem-solving skills.

Education / Experience / Skills:

• Possess an in-depth knowledge of information security methodologies, tools, technologies, and best practices and how they relate to the organization
• 3 years' experience in positions directly related to cyber security infrastructure support, information security, information technology, and/or consulting expertise
• 2 years' experience with endpoint security technologies (EDR, Anti-virus, Anti-malware) including hands-on experience deploying and configuring endpoint security policies and detection use cases
• Hands on system administration experience with Linux and Windows
• Previous experience with scripting languages such as PowerShell or Python
• Ability to perform information security risk assessments and recommend actions to leadership
• Familiar with procedures, such as change management, automation, and revision control
• Work with vendors where appropriate to escalate issues
• Experience promoting security as a business enablement function using documentation, metrics, and strong verbal communication
• Adaptable and a quick learner with initiative and follow through
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a high-pressure environment
• Demonstrated critical, independent thinking; demonstrated ability to influence others
• Strong customer service skills as well as strong negotiating/decision-making skills
• Excellent problem solving and analytical skills; ability to solve complex technical issues

Job Responsibilities:

• Deploy, configure, and maintain endpoint security platforms including Anti-Virus, Anti-Malware, and EDR.
• Assist with the health, performance, stabilization and tuning of all Endpoint Security Infrastructure
• Responsible for scheduling, testing, and implementing improvements or new releases of the endpoint security stack.
• Develop creative solutions to meet business needs while ensuring appropriate security controls and best practices are implemented
• Maintain current knowledge of information security concepts, technologies, and practices
• Effectively communicate both technical and business requirements
• Awareness of energy industry trends, opportunities, and challenges
• Prepare and document standard operating procedures and protocols.
• Engage with the Technology Organization and business units to evaluate and implement security processes for critical infrastructure and key resources
• Establish and execute program updates as necessary to adapt to the changing threat landscape as well as local, state, and federal security requirements
• Perform security testing and audits to identify gaps and resolve weaknesses
• Research security enhancements and make recommendations to management

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Disclaimer:

This information describes the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this job. The description is not designed to be a comprehensive inventory of duties, responsibilities and qualifications required in the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to qualified disabled individuals for performance of essential duties and responsibilities.

Southern Company (NYSE: SO ) is America's premier energy company, with 46,000 megawatts of generating capacity and 1,500 billion cubic feet of combined natural gas consumption and throughput volume serving 9 million customers through its subsidiaries . The company provides clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy through electric operating companies in four states, natural gas distribution companies in seven states, a competitive generation company serving wholesale customers across America and a nationally recognized provider of customized energy solutions, as well as fiber optics and wireless communications . Southern Company brands are known for excellent customer service, high reliability and affordable prices that are below the national average. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, Southern Company and its subsidiaries are inventing America's energy future by developing the full portfolio of energy resources, including carbon-free nuclear, 21st century coal, natural gas, renewables and energy efficiency, and creating new products and services for the benefit of customers. Southern Company has been named by the U.S. Department of Defense and G.I. Jobs magazine as a top military employer, recognized among the Top 50 Companies for Diversity by DiversityInc, listed by Black Enterprise magazine as one of the 40 Best Companies for Diversity and designated a Top Employer for Hispanics by Hispanic Network. The company has earned a National Award of Nuclear Science and History from the National Atomic Museum Foundation for its leadership and commitment to nuclear development and is continually ranked among the top energy companies in Fortune's annual World's Most Admired Electric and Gas Utility rankings. Visit our website at www.southerncompany.com .

Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law

Job Field: Information Technology

Job Type: Standard

Primary Location: Alabama-Metro Birmingham/Eastern AL-Birmingham

Operating Company: Southern Company Services

Other Locations: Georgia-Metro Atlanta-Atlanta

Job Type: Standard

Travel (Up to): Yes, 25 % of the Time

Work Location(s):

APC Corporate Headquarters - 600 North 18th Street (600BIRMINGHAM)

600 North 18th Street

Birmingham, 35203

Georgia Power Headquarters - 241 Ralph McGill Blvd. NE (241ATLANTA)

241 Ralph McGill Blvd. NE

Atlanta, 30308

Req ID: SCS2010893