IT Network Security Analyst
Posted on: 9 Apr 2021
Houston, TX
Job Description
Job Description
CenterPoint Energy and its predecessor companies have been in business for more than 150 years. Our vision to lead the nation in delivering energy, service and value drives our strategy and performance. We have an unwavering commitment to safely and reliably deliver electricity and natural gas to millions of people.
Inclusion and Diversity
CenterPoint Energy is committed to creating an inclusive work environment where business results are achieved through the skills, abilities and talents of our diverse workforce.
At CenterPoint Energy, individuals are respected for their contributions toward our company objectives. We strive for an inclusive work environment across all levels that is reflective of the available workforce in the communities we serve.
Learn more in the About Us section of our career's web site.
As the IT Network Security Analyst, you will assure that an acceptable level of network security is maintained throughout the CNP network environments by providing network security consulting and performing security reviews on a wide range of evolving network security technologies and processes.
Specifically, you'll have the opportunity to:
* Maintain security for CNP enterprise firewall infrastructure and Gas SCADA firewall infrastructure.
* Maintain security for Advanced Metering Systems and Intelligent Grid firewall infrastructure
* Maintain security for Client remote access solutions.
* Maintain network security architecture designs.
* Maintain PGP encryption and URL filter environments.
* Assist with security incident handling
* Advise departments on policies, regulatory compliance and security best practices, providing training as required
* Serve as the subject matter expert for security best practices, policies, and regulatory requirements
* Provide support and assistance during internal and external audits.
* Assist in investigating the misuse of computer resources by providing reports, logs and other information.
* Interface with technical vendors regarding security issues and recommend solutions.
* Develop network security standards. Ability to author technical documentation.
* Ensure network security rules, standards, and architecture is adequate to safeguard the CNP network.
Qualifications
* Requires a high school diploma or GED
* Minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience with Palo Alto Firewalls.
* Minimum of 3 years with routing and switching networking protocols.
* Minimum of 3 years with OS and application security troubleshooting.
Preferred:
* Knowledge of Gas Control Systems in Utilities
* Knowledge of Client Remote access solutions, such as Pulse Secure.
* Knowledge of Client Ticketing tools, such as ServiceNow.
* Firewall or Network Security certification recommended, such as CCNA and PCSNA
* Knowledge of SOX and NERC regulations preferred
* Associate degree from an accredited college or university
This position at our office at EC/DC off 249 and the Sam Houston Tollway.
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CenterPoint Energy
Houston, TX
Company Overview?
Our vision to lead the nation in delivering energy, service and value drives our strategy and performance. We have an unwavering commitment to safely and reliably deliver electricity and natural gas to millions of people.
Natural ???Gas
We sell and deliver natural gas to more than 4.5 million homes and businesses in eight states: Arkansas, Indiana, Louisiana, Minnesota (including Minneapolis), Mississippi, Ohio, Oklahoma and Texas (including greater Houston area). We are investing in modernizing our natural gas infrastructure and are committed to eliminating cast-iron pipe in all our territories.
Electric Transmission?? and Distribution and Power Generation????
We maintain the wires, poles and electric infrastructure serving more than 2.5 million metered customers in the greater Houston area and in southwestern Indiana. We also own and operate nearly 1,300 megawatts of electric generation capacity in Indiana. We are committed to the reliable delivery of electricity generated from power plants and renewable energy resources to homes and businesses.
Competitive Energy Businesses??
Our competitive energy businesses include three areas: natural gas marketing and energy-related services; energy efficiency, sustainability and infrastructure modernization solutions; and construction and repair services for pipeline systems, primarily natural gas. Our competitive energy businesses’ footprint spans nearly 40 states.
CenterPoint Energy Home Service Plus®
?????For over 80 years, HSP has provided heating and cooling solutions for Minnesota homeowners. We proudly offer expert repair, along with service and maintenance plans, and professional sales for both gas and electric equipment.
CenterPoint Energy and HomeServe
We are partnering with HomeServe, a trusted nationwide provider of emergency home repair programs, in our natural gas markets in Texas and in Houston to offer our customers service repair plans that reduce the stress and expense from the unexpected. - See more at: https://www.centerpointenergy.com/en-us/corporate/about-us/company-overview#sthash.Bs7wjgA1.dpuf
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IndustryEnergy/Utilities
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