Southern Company

Manager, Specialized Cybersecurity

Southern Company • $120K — $145K *
Atlanta, GA 30349In-Person
Energy & Utilities
8 - 10 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 8+ years in information security leadership required
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field preferred
  • Extensive knowledge of cybersecurity concepts and best practices
  • Experience with energy sector industrial control systems and their security
  • Demonstrated leadership in large-scale organizational settings
  • Familiarity with NERC CIP Cyber Security regulations
  • Experience managing multi-million-dollar budgets and technical talent

Responsibilities

  • Lead and develop a high-performing cybersecurity team
  • Establish partnerships with management across various business units
  • Report on security and compliance risks to executive management
  • Collaborate with IT and business units to address cybersecurity needs
  • Oversee engineering and implementation of cyber security for energy operations
  • Manage financial aspects of cybersecurity projects and budgets
  • Guide technology selection for organization-wide security initiatives

Benefits

  • Full-time employment status
  • Opportunity for talent development and succession management
  • Engagement with leadership teams across various energy sectors
  • Involvement with complex, multi-million-dollar cybersecurity projects
  • Chance to impact energy operations significantly through security solutions
Full Job Description
Job Description

Title: Cyber Security Manager - Generation/Gas/Transmission/PowerSecure

Location: Birmingham, AL; Energy Center or Atlanta, GA (GPC HQ)

Status: Full-time employee

Department Name: Specialized Cyber Security

Reports to: Director, Cybersecurity

Purpose: This position oversees the architecture, implementation, and operations of the cyber security systems and processes in support of Generation, Gas, Transmission, PowerSecure, and Southern Power. This role combines business knowledge with an extensive understanding of security technology to lead a team to consult and engineer technology security strategies and solutions to secure the company's energy operations.

Education / Experience:
  • Extensive breadth and depth of knowledge of technology and cybersecurity concepts and best practices
  • Success in a senior leadership position in a large-scale, complex organization in a highly regulated industry
  • Demonstrated knowledge of energy sector industrial control system security technologies, operations, trends, and challenges
  • Experience leading management, expert level technical talent, and managing complex multi-million-dollar budgets
  • A solid track record of applying knowledge, experience and leadership to anticipate, identify and solve complex problems and threats
  • Understanding of generation operations, substations, and their associated industrial control systems - includes both "big iron", renewable, and distributed generation systems.
  • Experience with information security regulation as it applies to the energy and utility industry particularly NERC CIP Cyber Security regulations
  • Ability to present recommendations to executive management and system sponsors and influence outcomes by obtaining buy-in and budget
  • 8+ years in information security leadership is required
  • A bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science or related field preferred
  • Industry certifications highly preferred (CISSP, CISA, CISM, GIAC)


Job Responsibilities:
  • Lead and enhance an organization that is capable of achieving its defined mission; including talent development, succession management, and team building.
  • Establish and maintain excellent working relationships and collaboration partnerships with the management team throughout the Generation, Gas, Transmission, PowerSecure, and Southern Power organizations as well as the Technology Organization
  • Communicate and brief executive management regarding Generation, Gas, Transmission, PowerSecure, and Southern Power security and compliance risk, posture, threats, remediation, implementations, and incidents
  • Work with IT and business units across Southern Company to deliver on business requirements, especially as they pertain to cyber security and compliance risk and mitigation
  • Lead IT cyber security engineering, implementation, and support for Generation, Gas, Transmission, PowerSecure, and Southern Power
  • Perform capital expense and operating expense financial management for the organization and across business units for project implementations
  • Provide guidance, direction, and decision making when it comes to the selection and support of security technologies used by the organization as well as Generation, Substation, PowerSecure, and Southern Power
  • Lead the technology efforts to comply with NERC CIP and other applicable standards for Southern Company Operations
  • Provide leadership for design and implementation of Southern Company Generation, Gas, Transmission, PowerSecure, and Southern Power cyber security projects to protect control system cyber assets


Additional Information
  • Must be able to pass both standard and insider threat program background requirements
  • This position requires frequent (up to 15%) travel to plant locations. Overnight travel is expected.
  • Must be eligible to obtain US Security Clearance


This position falls under the company's Insider Threat Program and will have access to, and control over sensitive data, systems or assets. Enhanced personnel screening, which includes a background review, drug screen and psychological assessment, will be required if you are selected for this position

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About Southern Company

With 4.4 million customers and more than 42,000 megawatts of generating capacity, Atlanta-based Southern Company is the premier energy company serving the Southeast. A leading U.S. producer of electricity, Southern Company owns electric utilities in four states and a growing competitive generation company, as well as fiber optics and wireless communications. Southern Company brands are known for excellent customer service, high reliability and retail electric prices that are significantly below the national average. Southern Company has been listed the top ranking U.S. electric service provider in customer satisfaction for nine consecutive years by the American Customer Satisfaction Index.

Southern Company Careers

Join the dynamic team at Southern Company, a leader in energy innovation and a champion of sustainable practices. As one of the most respected companies in the energy sector, Southern Company offers unparalleled job opportunities that promise not only professional growth but also a commitment to diversity and leadership development.

Work You’ll Do

At Southern Company, we are not just about power generation; we are about empowering our team to innovate and lead the industry. By joining our team, you will collaborate with some of the brightest minds in the field, using your skills to solve complex problems and drive meaningful change.

Explore a World of Opportunities

Whether you are looking for a full-time position, an internship, or a leadership role, Southern Company has a place for you. Our wide range of employment options ensures that every team member can find a path that best suits their career ambitions and skills.

Innovate and Lead

Southern Company is at the forefront of technological innovation in the energy sector. Our team members are encouraged to lead projects and initiatives that push the boundaries of what is possible in energy production and management.

Grow and Develop

We believe in nurturing the potential of our employees through targeted diversity training, leadership workshops, and continuous professional development. Career growth at Southern Company is not just a possibility—it is an expectation.

Be Part of Our Culture

Southern Company’s culture is built on a foundation of respect, integrity, and inclusion. We celebrate diversity and believe that it drives innovation. Our team is our family, and we support each other in achieving personal and professional goals.

Benefits That Go Beyond

Choosing a career at Southern Company means enjoying a range of benefits designed to enrich your life and support your lifestyle. From health and wellness programs to retirement plans, we ensure our team members are taken care of.

Join Our Team

Ready to power up your career? Explore the job opportunities at Southern Company today. We are actively hiring and looking for passionate, curious, and solution-driven individuals. Enhance your skills, join a community of innovators, and work towards a sustainable future.

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Learn more about Southern Company
Size
27,000 employees
Market Cap
$77.6 billion
Industry
Energy & Utilities
Net Income
$3.1 billion
Founded
1912
5 Year Trend
+3%
Revenue
$20.3 billion
* Ladders Estimates

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