Vistra Nuclear Operations Company
Nuclear
SeniorEngineer,CyberSecurityGeneration
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“Senior Engineer, Cyber Security Generation at Vistra Nuclear Operations Company. Skills: cybersecurity, NERC CIP, ICS/OT security, control systems engineering, NRC Cyber Security Compliance. Serve as a subject matter expert (SME) in cybersecurity for the generation fleet. Drive program improvements”
What You'll Achieve.
Ensure alignment with enterprise security strategies and regulatory obligations; Address vulnerabilities or gaps in standards; Implement lessons learned from cybersecurity events; Develop and refine dashboards and metrics for executive and operational reporting
Industry & Context.
Strong analytical skills; Lead root cause analysis of cybersecurity events
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
5–8 years in industrial or infrastructure cybersecurity roles, Deep understanding of NERC CIP, ICS/OT security, and control systems engineering, Deep understanding of NRC Cyber Security Compliance (NEI 08-09, Reg Guide 5. 71. NEI 13-10)
Nice to Have
Experience with industrial or air-gapped networks is a plus, Proficiency in scripting and automation, particularly using PowerShell, JavaScript and/or Python, to automate routine tasks, enforce security controls, and validate compliance is desired
What You'll Do.
Serve as a subject matter expert (SME) in cybersecurity for the generation fleet
Drive program improvements
Lead incident investigations
Ensure alignment with enterprise security strategies and regulatory obligations
Understand processes and initiate required changes to address vulnerabilities or gaps in standards
Lead complex initiatives
such as segmented architecture deployments or vulnerability remediation campaigns
Develop fleet-wide technical standards and guidance
Provide advanced technical oversight during compliance audits and inspections
Lead root cause analysis of cybersecurity events and implement lessons learned
Develop and refine dashboards and metrics for executive and operational reporting
Represent cybersecurity on capital projects and plant upgrades
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Lead cross-functional teams; Represent cybersecurity on capital projects
Communication Scope
Strong analytical and communication skills; Effective Communication
Process & Methodology
Lead complex initiatives, capital projects
Full Job Description
If you have what it takes to become part of the Vistra family and would like to start a promising career with a global leader, take a look at the exciting employment opportunities that are currently available and apply online. **Job Summary** Serve as a subject matter expert (SME) in cybersecurity for the generation fleet. Drive program improvements, lead incident investigations, and ensure alignment with enterprise security strategies and regulatory obligations. Understands processes and initiates required changes to address vulnerabilities or gaps in standards. **Job Description** **Key Accountabilities** •Lead complex initiatives, such as segmented architecture deployments or vulnerability remediation campaigns. •Develop fleet-wide technical standards and guidance. •Provide advanced technical oversight during compliance audits and inspections. •Lead root cause analysis of cybersecurity events and implement lessons learned. •Develop and refine dashboards and metrics for executive and operational reporting. •Represent cybersecurity on capital projects and plant upgrades. **Education, Experience, & Skill Requirements** •5–8 years in industrial or infrastructure cybersecurity roles. •Deep understanding of NERC CIP, ICS/OT security, and control systems engineering. •Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams. •Strong analytical and communication skills. •Deep understanding of computer networking fundamentals, including TCP/IP, routing, switching, VLANs, NAT, firewalls, and segmentation. Experience with industrial or air-gapped networks is a plus. •Proficiency in scripting and automation, particularly using PowerShell, JavaScript and/or Python, to automate routine tasks, enforce security controls, and validate compliance is desired •Experience gained through college degree program and/or certifications ins applicable to above skills Deep understanding of NRC Cyber Security Compliance (NEI 08-09, Reg Guide 5.71. NEI 13-10). **Job Family** Information Technology
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