Cyber Security Analyst II, Data Protection
full-time•Arlington
About this role
Are you ready to be part of a company that's not just talking about the future, but actively shaping it? Join The AES Corporation (NYSE: AES), a Fortune 500 company that's leading the charge in the global energy revolution. With operations spanning 14 countries, AES is committed to shaping a future through innovation and collaboration. Our dedication to innovation has earned us recognition as one of the Top Ten Best Workplaces for Innovators by Fast Company in 2022. And with our certification as a Great Place to Work, you can be confident that you're joining a company that values its people just as much as its groundbreaking ideas.
AES is proudly ranked #1 globally in renewable energy sales to corporations, and with $12.7B in revenues in 2023, we have the resources and expertise to make a significant impact as we provide electricity to 25 million customers worldwide. As the world moves towards a net-zero future, AES is committed to meeting the Paris Agreement's goals by 2050. Our innovative solutions, such as 24/7 carbon-free energy for data centers, are setting the pace for rapid, global decarbonization.
If you're ready to be part of a company that's not just adapting to change, but driving it, AES is the place for you. We're not just building a cleaner, more sustainable future - we're powering it. Apply now and energize your career with a true leader in the global energy transformation.
Responsibilities:
Provide technical leadership for detection and response workflows by triaging data protection events, validating true positives, conducting root cause analysis, and driving containment and remediation actions with stakeholders.
Maintain and refine processes and procedures for effective data protection, including incident response plans and data classification schemes.
Ensure comprehensive documentation of data protection measures, procedures, metrics and training materials is maintained and regularly updated.
Drive data protection awareness and education programs across the organization to promote a secure data handling culture.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align data protection strategies with organizational goals and regulatory requirements.
Support the evaluation of emerging data protection technologies and best practices to enhance the organization’s security infrastructure.
Oversee the development and implementation of data governance frameworks to ensure compliance with data protection standards, laws and regulations.
Support the maintenance of data protection dashboards and reports by defining metrics and data requirements, integrating relevant telemetry to ensure data quality and consistency.
Conduct regular reviews of data access controls and policies to align with enterprise standards and regulations.
Facilitate cross-departmental collaboration to ensure data quality and consistency across the organization.
Support create and standardize data protection processes to prevent, detect, and respond to potential data breaches.
Develop and maintain training programs and procedures to ensure AES People are knowledgeable in data protection best practices.
Implement continuous improvement practices to enhance data protection measures and adapt to evolving threats.
Monitor and support reporting on the effectiveness of data protection strategies to senior management and stakeholders.
Provide guidance on data protection impact assessments for new projects or technologies.
Support the response to data protection incidents, ensuring timely reporting and resolution in accordance with SLA’s, legal and regulatory obligations.
Establish and enforce data governance policies to manage enterprise data effectively.
Required Skills:
Minimum of 4 years of experience working within a security organization, ideally with a focus on process and governance oversight.
A candidate must possess an analytical mindset to support the continuous optimization of Data Loss Prevention (DLP) and Insider Threat processes and procedures through automation and other optimization techniques.
Proven experience in leading cyber security initiatives.
Knowledge of SIEM/SOAR technologies, Microsoft security tools, and enterprise proxy solutions for DLP and insider risk management.
Understanding of data protection laws and regulations, such as GDPR, CCPA, etc.
Exceptional communication skills, capable of effectively engaging with both technical and non-technical audiences on data protection issues.
Knowledge of data lifecycle management, data classification, and data governance principles and practices.
Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage and take ownership of multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
Candidate must have experience as an analyst on an Insider Threat, Security Operation Center (SOC), or Incident Response (IR) team
Desired Skills:
Advanced certifications in data protection, privacy, or security domains, such as CIPP/E, CIPT, CIPM, CISM, CISSP, etc.
Comprehensive knowledge of data protection regulations and frameworks (GDPR, CCPA, NIST, ISO 27001, etc.).
Ability to coordinate data protection assessments and audits.
Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Proven track record of successful collaboration with cross-functional teams and executive stakeholders.
Basic understanding of Operational Technology environments.
What you'll do
- The Cyber Security Analyst II will provide technical leadership for data protection workflows, including triaging events and driving remediation actions. They will also maintain documentation and drive awareness programs across the organization.
About AES
The world no longer thinks of energy as a matter of supply and demand. Now it’s a space for innovation and partnership. With this transformation comes a responsibility to work with a smarter approach, new thinking informed by past experiences, and with stronger collaboration between regulators and innovators, old systems and new technologies.
At AES, we partner with our organizations from industries of every kind, across all markets and at every stage of development, and we’ve been doing it for decades.
We know that every organization is at a unique place in their energy journey. A one-size fits all approach using outdated technology isn’t going to cut it. When you work with AES, you can expect to work in partnership with us to create innovative, customized energy solutions that deliver the most value to you and your energy goals while empowering the growth of your business.
Want to join us?
We’re looking for people to join us on that journey and care more about who you are than what’s on your resumé. Coming from all walks of life, our people share a passion for improving lives by improving the energy sector through innovation, collaboration and action. At AES, we invest in your development and empower you to continuously improve because we know when you’re at your best, that’s when we’ll make the greatest impact. We are AES. Come join us, and let’s accelerate the future of energy, together.
Join our team of innovators at: www.aes.com/careers
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