Lead Engineer Cyber Security-Generation

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Job Summary

Provide strategic and technical leadership across the cybersecurity program for generation. Coordinate high-impact projects, set priorities, and influence cybersecurity policy and architectural decisions.

Job Description

Key Accountabilities

• Define and oversee implementation of cybersecurity architecture and lifecycle strategies.
• Lead response to high-severity threats and represent generation in enterprise incident response.
• Set standards for secure design and configuration for plant systems.
• Collaborate with senior plant management and enterprise IT leaders.
• Evaluate and recommend cybersecurity tools and vendors.
• Drive continuous improvement and innovation in controls and processes.

Education, Experience, & Skill Requirements

• 7–10 years of experience in cybersecurity or ICS roles.
• Expert in ICS/OT environments, network security, and regulatory compliance.
• Proven record of leading major cross-functional initiatives.
• Strong communication, planning, and stakeholder management skills.
• Advanced certifications (e.g., Security+. Network+, CISSP, CISM, CEH) preferred.
• Expert understanding of computer networking fundamentals, including TCP/IP, routing, switching, VLANs, NAT, firewalls, and segmentation. Experience with industrial or air-gapped networks is a plus.
• Proficiency in scripting and automation, particularly using PowerShell, JavaScript and/or Python, to automate routine tasks, enforce security controls, and validate compliance is desired

Job Family

Information Technology

Company

Vistra Nuclear Operations Company

Locations

PerryOhio

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