CenterPoint Energy, Inc

OT SOC Analyst II

CenterPoint Energy, Inc • $75K — $95K *
Houston, TX 77084In-Person
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field preferred, or equivalent practical experience.
  • 1-3 years of hands-on Security Operations Center (SOC) experience in IT and/or OT environments.
  • Experience supporting OT cybersecurity within regulated critical infrastructure is highly desirable.
  • Hands-on experience with SIEM/SOAR platforms in an operational security setting is essential.
  • Relevant certifications such as GICSP, GRID, GCIP, GCIA, or GCIH are highly desirable.
  • Familiarity with networking fundamentals and common OT protocols like Modbus and DNP3 is required.
  • Strong analytical skills with attention to detail and effective communication abilities.

Responsibilities

  • Monitor OT networks, systems, and devices 24/7, including SCADA systems and PLCs.
  • Analyze alerts and logs from OT security platforms and SIEM/SOAR to detect anomalies and threats.
  • Conduct initial investigation and triage of detected events to assess impact and severity.
  • Escalate incidents according to OT SOC playbooks and procedures.
  • Perform in-depth analysis of suspicious activity within OT environments.
  • Support forensic analysis of impacted systems to determine root causes.
  • Document incidents and investigations in organizational ticketing and management systems.

Benefits

  • Paid training beginning on your first day.
  • Transit subsidies to ease commute costs.
  • Flexible work schedule with paid holidays and time off.
  • Access to fitness club discounts and an on-site wellness center.
  • Professional growth programs including tuition reimbursement.
  • 401(k) Savings Plan with a dollar-for-dollar company match up to 6% and an additional 3% contribution.
Full Job Description
Job Summary

The OT SOC Analyst is responsible for monitoring, detecting, analyzing, and responding to cybersecurity events impacting Operational Technology (OT) and Industrial Control System (ICS) environments. This role performs advanced analysis of alerts and events generated by OT security monitoring platforms and SIEM/SOAR technologies, conducts investigations into suspicious activity, and escalates confirmed or potential incidents in accordance with established OT SOC playbooks and procedures.

The analyst will work closely with key stakeholders to protect critical infrastructure, maintain real-time visibility into OT network activity, and support the safety, reliability and continuity of operational systems.

Essential Functions

  • Perform continuous (24/7) monitoring of OT networks, systems, and devices, including SCADA systems, PLCs, RTUs, IEDs, and associated communications infrastructure.
  • Analyze alerts, logs, and telemetry from OT security platforms and SIEM/SOAR solutions to identify anomalies, indicators of compromise (IOCs), and potential cyber threats.
  • Conduct initial triage and investigation of detected events, determining scope, severity, and potential operational impact.
  • Escalate confirmed or suspected incidents in accordance with OT SOC playbooks, incident classification criteria, and escalation procedures.
  • Perform in-depth analysis of suspicious activity within OT environments, including log review, network traffic analysis, and correlation across multiple data sources.
  • Support forensic analysis of impacted OT systems to assist in identifying root causes, attack paths, and contributing factors.
  • Accurately document incidents, investigations, and response actions within organizational ticketing and case management systems.
  • Provide timely notification of identified cybersecurity incidents or attempted compromises to appropriate stakeholders.
  • Collaborate with OT SOC leadership and engineering teams to refine detection logic, improve SIEM/SOAR use cases, and enhance OT-specific playbooks.
  • Participate in incident response activities, including coordination with operations, engineering, compliance, and external partners as required.
  • Maintain awareness of emerging OT threats, vulnerabilities, and attack techniques relevant to electric utilities.


Education Description

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related technical field is preferred, or equivalent practical experience

Experience

  • 1-3 years of hands-on Security Operations Center (SOC) experience, including alert triage, investigation, and incident escalation in an IT and/or OT environment.
  • Experience supporting OT cybersecurity or security operations within regulated critical infrastructure environments is highly desirable.
  • Hands-on experience configuring, tuning, and operating SIEM/SOAR platforms in an operational security environment.
  • Relevant certifications from Splunk and GIAC including GICSP, GRID, GCIP, GCIA or GCIH are highly desirable.
  • Demonstrated, hands-on experience with SIEM and SOAR platforms, preferably Splunk, including data correlation, workflow automation and dashboard creation.
  • Experience supporting OT or ICS environments is strongly preferred, including exposure to SCADA, PLCs, RTUs, or related systems.Experience working with OT passive monitoring and threat detection tools, such as Nozomi, Dragos, and Claroty.
  • Solid understanding of networking fundamentals, including TCP/IP, routing, firewalls, network segmentation, and common OT protocols such as Modbus and DNP3.
  • Ability to analyze logs, network flows, and alerts to identify security-relevant events, and apply incident response principles, investigation techniques, and evidence handling practices.
  • Familiarity with NERC CIP and TSA cybersecurity requirements and how security monitoring and incident response support regulatory obligations within OT environments.
  • Strong analytical and communication skills, with attention to detail and the ability to clearly document findings and collaborate across technical and non-technical teams.


We want you to know
Being a part of the CenterPoint Energy team is more than a career alone. It's an opportunity to make a positive impact. You will be an integral part of enabling everyday life and the pursuit of possibilities for the customers we serve and the communities we share. The vital services we provide are at the core of making our world work, and by sharing your energy with us, we'll create a better tomorrow together.

What we bring to you
  • Competitive pay
  • Paid training
  • Benefits eligibility begins on your first day
  • Transit subsidies
  • Flexible work schedule, paid holidays and paid time off
  • Access to discounts at fitness clubs and an on-site wellness center at our headquarters in Houston
  • Professional growth and development programs including tuition reimbursement
  • 401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match dollar-for-dollar up to 6% and a company contribution of 3% regardless of your contribution


Job Type: Full Time
Posting Start Date: 07/16/2026
Posting End Date: 07/31/2026

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CenterPoint Energy is a domestic energy delivery company. The Company’s business segments include Electric Transmission and Distribution, Natural Gas Distribution, Competitive Natural Gas Sales and Services, Interstate Pipelines, Field Services and Other Operations. The Company serves metered customers primarily in Arkansas, Louisiana, Minnesota, Mississippi, Oklahoma and Texas. The company also owns a 58.3% interest in a midstream partnership it jointly controls with OGE Energy Corp. with operations in natural gas and liquids-rich producing areas of Oklahoma, Texas, Arkansas and Louisiana.

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Size
9,418 employees
Market Cap
$19.2 billion
Industry
Energy & Utilities
Net Income
-$773 million
Founded
1866
5 Year Trend
+2.1%
Revenue
$7.4 billion
NASDAQ
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