Cyber Security Specialist (Mid - Sr.) - ENERGY DELIVERY Operations Real-Time System Technology

Job Posting End Date

09-07-2025

Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.

Job Summary

Responsible for low level security assignments with direction from senior team members. Establish basic understanding of Security operations and processes, which may include research and investigation of security events or project related activities. Assesses security controls through security testing or other means to ensure effectiveness. Create documentation and work activities in a clear, comprehensive manner, always maintaining high quality work. Demonstrates problem solving, research, and functional area knowledge.

Job Description

DESIGNATION -- onsite/in the office every day when not traveling for work

LOCATIONS:

- New Albany, OH

- Corpus Christi, TX

- Roanoke, VA

- Salem, VA

- Shreveport, LA

...in addition to these locations, we may consider other AEP locations within AEP's service territory.

More Specific to This Opportunity:

Python Programming: Proficiency in Python for automation, data analysis, and scripting. Knowledge of Substation Devices:

• Understanding of devices such as transformers, circuit breakers, relays, and SCADA systems.
• Ability to work with communication protocols commonly used in substations (e.g., DNP3, IEC 61850).

REST API Development:

• Experience in designing, developing, and consuming RESTful APIs.
• Understanding of JSON and XML for data interchange.

SQL Database Management:

• Proficiency in SQL for database querying and management.
• Experience with relational databases (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL, SQL Server).
• Ability to write complex SQL queries for data retrieval, manipulation, and reporting.

NERC CIP Standards:

• Knowledge of North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) standards.
• Familiarity with compliance requirements and best practices related to cybersecurity in the utility sector.

Data Management: Experience with data acquisition, processing, and visualization. Problem-Solving: Strong analytical skills to troubleshoot issues related to substation operations.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

- Participates in basic Security projects/initiatives/incidents.

- Associated tasks:  Gather data and information according to assigned tasks.

This may include intelligence as a first line of defense against threats and vulnerabilities, exploits and attacks, against the enterprise.

- Determine appropriate course of action with Supervisory assistance.  

- Develop clear documentation and convey information to senior team members or others, depending on the situation, enabling them to prevent situations from escalating further. 

- Obtain and adhere to strict procedures established to ensure effective and successful operations within Security.  

- Plan activities effectively within the context of assigned projects or tasks.  

- Develop working relationships with other Security personnel to better understand all areas of Security and to ensure seamless operations.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

Based on education, experience, interview evaluation and internal equity, this opportunity will be filled at either title. For this posting, minimum requirements are at the lower grade. Increased expectations are at the higher grade.

Security Specialist Sr. (grade 7) = Base Salary: $86K - $106K

Security Specialist (mid-level) (grade 6) = Base Salary: $73K - $90K

Bachelor's degree OR Associates degree with one (1) year relevant experience in system administration/help desk/security (cyber or physical); OR

High School Diploma/GED with two (2) 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).No additional experience required in addition to experience identified above. 

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Licenses/Certifications:  N/A

Some travel and overtime may be required. This position could be required to do shift work or be "On call" 24x7x365.

SOC/CIRC: Work shifts that rotate throughout month/year covering all possib