Spvr. Cyber Security

Southwest Power Pool (SPP) is about more than power. We’re about the power of relationships. Our employees have the opportunity to work together to ensure electricity is delivered reliably and affordably to the millions of people living in our service territory. We have been voted one of Arkansas’ Best Places to work by Arkansas Business and we are looking for a member of our team who is passionate about our mission to keep the lights on!

We have a core ideology here at SPP that we stand by: Do the right thing, for the right reason, in the right way.

We believe in supporting our employees through a fantastic benefits package:

• Competitive and transparent pay with bonus opportunities
• Excellent insurance package including three great medical plans to choose from, employer-paid short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance
• Relocation bonus (if applicable)
• Hybrid working environment for positions that are eligible
• Fantastic contributions to your retirement through a 401(k) savings plan with employer-match benefits and a pension (defined benefit plan) fully funded by SPP

COMPENSATION INFORMATION
The salary range(s) represents our good faith estimate for the role at this time. While we strive to provide competitive and transparent compensation, there may be circumstances where an offer is above or outside of the listed range. We are open to discussing salary expectations with qualified candidates considering factors such as the candidate's qualifications, skills, competencies, experience and geographic location will all be considered during the hiring process.

Supervisor, IT Cyber Security | Pay Range: $109,500.00 - $142,250.00 

Join SPP as the IT Supervisor of Cyber Security – Build the Future of IT Cyber Security Solutions

Southwest Power Pool (SPP) is seeking an IT Supervisor of Cyber Security to lead and inspire a team responsible for safeguarding our systems, data, and critical infrastructure. In this leadership role, you will provide both technical direction and strategic oversight, ensuring that SPP remains at the forefront of cyber security practices.

You’ll oversee policy development, security architecture design, operational cyber security, and incident response, while guiding a team that handles threat analysis, vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, and security awareness. This role also represents SPP in key industry committees and working groups, shaping security standards and strategies that protect our members and the broader electric grid. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Lead and supervise the Cyber Security team, providing technical direction and fostering leadership within the group

• Define goals, objectives, and tactical plans for cyber security initiatives that align with SPP’s strategic vision

• Ensure compliance with NERC standards and SOC1 controls through architecture requirements and security processes

• Monitor SPP’s security posture, lead threat analysis, and direct incident response efforts

• Serve as the leader of the SPP Cyber Incident Response Team and participate in the SPP Incident Command Structure

• Oversee Security Patch Analysis to mitigate risk and maintain system integrity

• Coordinate penetration testing and vulnerability assessments across development groups

• Develop and maintain security policies, procedures, and standards to reduce risk and demonstrate compliance

• Actively engage with regulators, auditors, and industry working groups such as SECAG, NATF, and IRC security forums

• Coach, mentor, and evaluate team members through regular feedback and performance reviews

• Promote and exemplify SPP’s culture, values, and strategic objectives

What We're Looking For:

• Proven leadership experience in IT or Cyber Security

• Strong knowledge of cyber security standards, compliance frameworks, and best practices

• Experience with incident response, security architecture, and vulnerability management

• Ability to communicate effectively across technical and executive teams

• Skilled in mentoring and developing staff, fostering a culture of continuous improvement

• Commitment to industry engagement and staying current with evolving cyber security threats

To be successful as the IT Supervisor, we're looking for:

• Bachelor degree or equivalent technical experience in computer science, cyber security, or related field.

• Eight (8) years of combin