Job Description

Are you looking for an exciting job where you can put your skills and talents to work at a company you can feel proud to be a part of? Do you want a workplace that will challenge you and offer you opportunities to learn and grow? A position at Xcel Energy could be just what you’re looking for.

Position Summary


Responsible for providing cyber security guidance, identification, evaluation, design, development, implementation and integration of cyber security solutions, products and services. Provide vulnerability guidance, identification, evaluation, and remediation recommendations to business partners. Provide governance, oversight, expertise and execution in the day-to-day operations of all cyber security solutions, technology and procedures including vulnerability management, system hardening, penetration testing, perimeter management and testing including support of cyber forensic investigations, rogue wireless detection and overall security technology and solutions management. Ensure all regulatory, contractual and internal security requirements are met in relation to the day-to-day operations and use of cyber security solutions, technology and procedures. Execute assigned tasks as part of an on-call rotation.



Essential Responsibilities

• Manage and operate all security solutions and technology used in cyber security to provide protection and regulatory compliance.
• Perform Cyber Security Audits and Penetration Tests as well as mitigation of Cyber Security Vulnerabilities.
• Manage, administrate, and operate all vulnerability management and associated security solutions and technology to deliver protection and regulatory compliance.
• Perform Cyber Security Vulnerability Assessments and Control Testing as well as provide guidance and oversight for mitigation of cyber security vulnerabilities.
• Provide cyber security support to business and technical teams in the design of standardized products and customized solutions. Must be flexible to continuously changing demands and technologies and can maintain a vulnerability management tools used as part of this function. Must have the ability to maintain a library of security tools used as part of this function
• Develop and maintain a working relationship with 3rd Party service providers responsible for providing technology consulting. Work with business unit executives and service providers to introduce required Cyber Security functionalities into the environment.
• Perform Cyber Investigations and maintain forensic evidence as needed.
• Provide guidance and training to internal staff including project managers, other Xcel Energy technical areas as well as customers and trade allies on cyber security issues and requirements.
• Provide guidance, recommendations, and support to internal business partners on cyber security vulnerabilities, remediations, and requirements.
• Provide all assigned responsibilities as part of an on-call rotation.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree with a concentration in computer science, technology, accounting or business or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in I/T including 3 years direct experience in cyber security.
• Demonstrated verbal/written communication and presentation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate information and recommendations to management.
• Demonstrated leadership skills.
• Proven problem solving and business risk analysis skills.
• Ability to excel in a team environment.
• Strong investigative, conflict resolution and negotiation skills.
• Must possess a broad knowledge relating to I/T infrastructures and have in-depth and up-to-date experience with multiple operating systems and desk side integration.

Preferred Requirements

• Demonstrated experience managing vulnerability scanners (Rapid7 Nexpose, Nessus, Qualys)
• Demonstrated experience creating and delivering vulnerability reports and metrics.

As a leading combination electricity and natural gas energy company, Xcel Energy offers a comprehensive portfolio of energy-related products and services to 3.4 million electricity and 1.9 million natural gas customers across eight Western and Midwestern states. At Xcel Energy, we strive to be the preferred and trusted provider of the energy our customers need. If you’re ready to be a part of something big, we invite you to join our team.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Individuals with a disability who need an accommodation to apply please contact us at recruiting@xcelenergy.com.

Non-Bargaining

Benefit plans are subject to change and Xcel Energy has the right to end, suspend, or amend any of its plans, at any time, in whole or in part.

Deadline to Apply: 08/18/24

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