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About the Role

Responsible for moderate-scale security assignments with limited direction. Develops and maintains documentation of security systems, projects, and processes. Performs and analyzes security controls assessments to ensure effectiveness. Identifies potential mitigations/remediations and creates reports of findings. Participates in the review, evaluation, and recommendation of emerging security technologies. Involved in advanced level implementation, support, and usage of technical solutions. Assists with problem-solving, decision-making, and functional area knowledge.

Responsibilities

Lead the Cyber Intelligence & Response Center (CIRC) in the prevention, identification, and response of cyber threats across IT, OT, and cloud environments.
Analyze logs, network traffic, endpoint telemetry and various other data sources to support investigations.
Execute containment, eradication, and recovery steps in coordination with stakeholders while balancing the safety and operational continuity in industrial systems.
Investigate incidents and produce concise response plans and after action reports covering containment, eradication, recovery, evidence preservation, remediation, and root cause analysis.
Contribute to tabletop exercises, simulations and readiness activities focused on cyber events affecting operations.
Participate in the development and refinement of playbooks, runbooks, and response procedures.
Analyze cyber threat intelligence products to assess impacts on critical infrastructure.
Coordinate incident response efforts with U.S. government agencies and industry peers.
Collaborate on cyber threat and security best practices with government and industry partners.
Maintain expertise in OT protocols, ICS, and SCADA systems for comprehensive threat detection.
Familiar with SIEM platforms and network analysis tools used in OT environments.
Conduct forensic analysis of host and network events to support investigations.
Prepare and deliver engaging cyber threat briefings to diverse audiences.
Reverse engineer malware to understand threats targeting industrial control systems.
Communicate security challenges effectively to senior leadership.
Promote diversity and ensure team members receive training for skill development.
Create presentations on cybersecurity topics and simplify complex concepts.
Formulate solutions for advanced security challenges and identify process improvements.
Motivate the team to learn about security trends and foster professional growth.

Requirements

Applicants must be eligible to obtain a US security clearance
Demonstrable experience in one or more of the following disciplines: Incident Response Analyst, CIRC/SOC Lead, Threat Intelligence or Counterintelligence Analyst, Cyber Threat Hunting Analyst, Malware Reverse Engineer, Operational Technology Specialist, particularly in securing industrial control systems and related environments.
Bachelor's degree or associate degree with 2 years relevant experience in system administration/help desk/security (cyber or physical) OR High School Diploma/GED with 4 years relevant experience in IT system administration/help desk/security (cyber or physical); OR graduation from an approved Cybersecurity Program; alternatively, may have non-degree qualifications (such as hands-on demonstrated ability in a technical interview/assessment).
4 or more years of Information Technology related experience; OR 2 or more years of security related experience, which may include military/government work experience in addition to any experience identified above.

Skills

OT protocols
ICS
SCADA systems
SIEM platforms
Network analysis tools
Forensic analysis
Malware reverse engineering

Experience Level

Advanced level implementation, support, and/or usage of technical solutions
4 or more years of Information Technology related experience
2 or more years of security related experience

Education Level

Bachelor's degree or associate degree
High School Diploma/GED
Graduation from an approved Cybersecurity Program
Non-degree qualifications (such as hands-on demonstrated ability in a technical interview/assessment)

Salary/Compensations

$98,993 - $128,689 /year
$98,993.00 - $128,688.00

Benefits

AEP offers a unique comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well-being of our employees.

About the Company

At AEP, we’re more than just an energy company — we’re a team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering safe, reliable, and innovative energy solutions.
Guided by our mission to put the customer first, we strive to exceed expectations by listening, responding, and continuously improving the way we serve our communities.
If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact and being part of a forward-thinking organization, this is the company for you!

Equal Opportunity

It is hereby reaffirmed that it is the policy of American Electric Power (AEP) to provide Equal Employment Opportunity in all respects of the employer-employee relationship including recruiting, hiring, upgrading and promotion, conditions and privileges of employment, company sponsored training programs, educational assistance, social and recreational programs, compensation, benefits, transfers, discipline, layoffs and termination of employment to all employees and applicants without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.
When required by law, we might record certain information or applicants for employment may be invited to voluntarily disclose protected characteristics.