Pattern Energy

Cybersecurity Engineer

Houston, TX

full_time

About This Job

Company Overview

Pattern Energy Group is an independent, fully integrated energy company that develops, constructs, owns and operates renewable energy projects and transmission assets across North America, Japan, and parts of Latin America. The company focuses primarily on wind, solar and transmission. The Pattern Energy Group team has a history as one of the top North American renewable energy and transmission providers in the industry. The team is dedicated to delivering the highest value for its customers, partners, financial supporters and the communities in which it works, while exhibiting a strong commitment to promoting environmental stewardship and corporate responsibility.

Pattern Energy Group operates in the United States, Canada, Japan, and Mexico with offices in San Francisco, Houston, San Diego, New York, Tokyo, and Toronto. Pattern Energy Group’s corporate headquarters is in San Francisco.

Responsibilities JOB PURPOSE

As Pattern continues to expand, this newly created role is essential to strengthening our cybersecurity posture. The Security Engineer or Senior Security Engineer (based on experience) will play a critical role in minimizing the likelihood of a material impact to Pattern’s business due to cyber incidents. This position requires expertise in securing both Information Technology (IT) and Operational Technology (OT) environments and will work closely with cross-functional teams to enhance our cybersecurity defenses.

Key Accountabilities Security Monitoring & Incident Response:

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Monitor, analyze, and investigate security alerts and incidents to mitigate potential threats.

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Act as a key member of the Cybersecurity Incident Response Team (CIRT) to contain and remediate threats.

Endpoint & Server Protection

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Manage and monitor Microsoft Defender for Endpoint (Windows & macOS).

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Manage and monitor Microsoft Defender for Server P2 for enhanced threat detection.

Identity & Access Management (IAM)

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Manage and monitor Microsoft Entra and AD to enforce secure authentication and authorization policies.

Security Information And Event Management (SIEM)

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Manage and monitor SIEM solutions for threat detection, correlation, and response.

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Experience with Exabeam SIEM is a plus.

Compliance & Risk Management

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Ensure compliance with NERC CIP security standards.

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Apply cybersecurity best practices following NIST CSF guidelines.

Collaboration & Communication

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Work closely with both IT and OT teams to implement security controls.

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Provide clear written and verbal communication to technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Security Training & Awareness

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Conduct cybersecurity training and awareness programs (Cybersecurity instructor experience is a plus).

Qualifications Experience/Qualifications/Education Required Educational Experience

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.

Required And Preferred Work Experience

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Minimum of five years of experience on an Information Security team.

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Strong knowledge of cybersecurity monitoring and incident investigation.

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Hands-on experience with Microsoft Defender security tools.

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Experience working with SIEM platforms (Exabeam experience is a plus).

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Knowledge of NERC CIP requirements and their impact on security operations.

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Hands-on experience protecting, monitoring and investigating II and OT environments.

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Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

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Experience responding as a member of a CIRT (Cyber Incident Response Team).

Additional Requirements

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Experience with NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF).

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Familiarity with Jamf for macOS and Microsoft MDM for Windows mobile device management.

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Cybersecurity certifications such as CompTIA Security+, CISSP, CISA are a plus.

The expected starting pay range for this role is $90,000 - $122,000 USD. This range is an estimate and base pay may be above or below the ranges based on several factors including but not limited to location, work experience, certifications, and education. In addition to base pay, Pattern’s compensation program includes a bonus structure for full-time employees of all levels. We also provide a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, voluntary benefits, family care benefits, employee assistance program, paid time off and bonding leave, paid holidays, 401(k)/RRSP retirement savings plan with employer contribution, and employee referral bonuses.

Pattern Energy Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.