Summary Of Job Responsibilities And Requirements

JOB TITLE: Info Security Analyst

REQUISITION ID: INF00BX

DEPARTMENT: Information Security – Topeka General Office or F&M Service Center

LOCATION: Topeka, KS

Kansas City, MO

PAY RANGE: Info Security Analyst I: $57,100 - $71,400

Info Security Analyst II: $69,900 - $87,400

Sr Info Security Analyst: $88,500 - $118,000

Scheduled Work Hours: Monday - Friday, 7:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. 60% in office, 40% remote (Other hours as required)

Summary Of Primary Duties And Responsibilities

This position provides support to ensure compliance with North American Electric Reliability Corporation Critical Infrastructure Protection (NERC CIP) standards and Evergy Corporate Information Security Policies. The position will encompass the task of overseeing and managing networking systems, while also ensuring the efficacy of firewall-based security measures. It's imperative to accurate documentation concerning vital cyber assets for safeguarding purposes. The individual will operate in a collaborative, cross-functional manner, working closely with vendors, engineers, operators, technicians, and IT personnel.

Duties And Responsibilities

Under general supervision, support and administer information security controls, such as firewalls and intrusion detection systems for corporate information assets.
Research and maintain technical expertise in implementation and maintenance of information security controls.
Make recommendations regarding the corporate information security strategy that support innovation.
Establishes relationships with key personnel to understand business needs and evaluate options for protection of assets.
Identify possible threats to information systems and supporting communication networks by analyzing results produced by using technical security monitoring tools.
Contribute to the effectiveness of the Information Security Program by assisting with the documentation and implementation of plans that deter security threats and minimize the impact of a system breach.
Ensure that information security activities, functions, plans and recommendations meet the risk posture of the corporation and the goals and performance measurements of the Information Security Department.
Ensure protection of corporate assets by assisting with the Information Security business function.
Ensure that corporate policies, standards and guidelines are being followed by coordinating compliance activities with other Information Security Analysts, Human Resources, departmental management and other departments.
Assist with information security risk assessments.
Provide 24x7 support of security controls in a production environment.
Rotational, after-hours operational support (on-call).

Education And Experience Requirements

A bachelor’s degree is typically required in Information Systems, Computer Science or related field. CISSP or other industry certifications are desired. Successful level II candidates typically have 3 or more years of experience in information security with the Sr level having 7 or more years. Skills in computer software, technical aptitude, and the ability to learn and utilize new software systems are required. Required to function independently to analyze information and report variances. Effective oral and written communication skills are necessary, especially the ability to present technical information to an audience with a broad range of information technology experience.

Skills, Knowledge, And Abilities Required

Ability to communicate across the organization and to include outside counterparts in other businesses industry-wide.
Current with knowledge of a broad range of new technologies and corporate information systems as they affect information security.
Skills in Windows or Unix operating systems, technical aptitude, and the ability to learn and utilize new operating systems is required.
Understanding of basic networking (OSPF, TCP/IP, tcpdump, Wireshark or other packet capture/inspection tools, etc.) required.
Endpoint protection suites such as Windows Defender, Carbon Black, and others.
Understanding and good working knowledge of major firewall vendors
Required to function independently to analyze information and report variances.
Effective oral and written communication skills are necessary, especially the ability to present technical information to an audience with a broad range of information technology experience.
Splunk or other SIEM

Licenses, Certifications, Bonding, and/or Testing Required: None

Working Conditions: Mix of at home and office environment.

Evergy has a clear mission – To empower a better future. Evergy chooses to live this mission by valuing People First. We know that to lead the responsible energy transition and provide affordable, reliable, and sustainable service to our customers and communities, we need a team with a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills. So, our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative of the communities we serve. We are committed to celebrating diversity and building a team where everyone – regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status – has a voice and can bring their best every day. We know that the more diverse and inclusive we are, the better we will be. Evergy is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer.

Disclaimer: The above information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Work Locations

F&M Service Center - Floor 01

Job

Information Technology

Unposting Date

Sep 17, 2024

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