Lead Cyber Detect & Response Specialist
Core
Lead the detection and response to security incidents and threats within Avangrid's Operation Smart Grid and other business units, providing leadership and mentorship.
Role type
Senior IC cybersecurity incident response specialist
Builds
Security incident detection and response programs, playbooks, and remediation guidance for critical infrastructure
Domain
Energy/Utility + Cybersecurity
Required skills
Incident response, threat analysis, forensic investigation, root cause analysis, security monitoring, SIEM, IDS/IPS, firewall management, vulnerability management, access controls, patch management, log management, stakeholder communication, playbook development, penetration testing coordination
Preferred skills
Cyber threat intelligence, threat hunting, utility environment experience, federal regulatory environment experience, international team collaboration
Technologies
SIEM, IDS/IPS, firewalls, WAF, host-based antivirus, anti-spam gateways, forensics software, vulnerability management tools, ticketing systems, SSO, AD, TACACS, MFA
Responsibilities
Lead development and deployment of security services for a zero-trust framework; conduct advanced incident response including forensic and malware analysis; mentor staff on incident response and analysis; develop and update incident response playbooks; coordinate response efforts across IT and OT business units; proactively monitor internal and external environments for threats.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities
