Associate IT Cybersecurity Analyst

WEC Business Services LLC, a subsidiary of WEC Energy Group, is seeking a Associate IT Cybersecurity Analyst in our Milwaukee, Wisconsin location.

About Us

WEC Energy Group is one of the nation’s largest electric generation and distribution and natural gas delivery holding companies serving 4.7 million customers across the Midwest. We are committed to providing clean, reliable, and affordable energy in an environmentally sustainable manner. Customers are the heart of our business, and we work every day to help grow and support communities where we provide vital energy services.

As a Fortune 500 company, we value and develop our employees who are making a difference in a mission that matters. We don’t just offer a job; we provide fulfilling careers where safety and well-being are paramount. Join our team and experience first-hand our commitment to your success. We offer competitive pay and benefits to recognize your hard work and dedication.

If you’re talented, energetic and ready for a career with a future, we want you on our team. We are powered by a diverse and inclusive workforce fueled by the pride in what we do. If you're driven by the passion to change lives, this is the place for you.

Job Summary

The Associate IT Cybersecurity Analyst / IT Cybersecurity Analyst is an entry to mid-level position with the purpose of learning how to apply professional concepts to the day to day technical cybersecurity business. Works on issues of a limited scope where answers are more readily available. Follows company policies and practices to develop solutions. Normally receives detailed instructions on all work and works under direct supervision. Builds relationships internally.

Works as a member of a team to support the company’s overall cybersecurity infrastructure and operational effectiveness through cybersecurity preparedness, threat prediction and detection, incident response and recovery, and is involved in both design & engineering and operational activities. Specific functional areas include, but are not limited to, identity and access management, cybersecurity engineering and operations, threat intelligence, vulnerability management, situational awareness, cybersecurity analytics, cybersecurity incident management, and active defense. Operational duties include first level operational and incident response activities, implementing, configuring, testing, debugging and maintaining the systems in these functional areas, in addition to consulting, problem resolution, performance tuning and monitoring.

This position is part of a job family (Associate IT Cybersecurity Analyst, IT Cybersecurity Analyst) where experience will be the determining factor.

Job Responsibilities

• Protect enterprise information, intellectual assets and business operations from accidental or intentional disruption, disclosure or destruction
• Provides the support, administration, and maintenance necessary to ensure effective and efficient information technology (IT) system performance and security
• Performs specific and limited portions of a broader assignment of an experienced IT Cybersecurity Analyst or other senior staff
• Implements various device and system configurations utilizing prescribed methods
• Performs routine systems work related to the computer network defense infrastructure hardware and software requiring application of standard techniques and procedures
• Implements and maintains solutions to cybersecurity systems and tools for continuous operations of these systems
• Adhere to policies and procedures necessary to ensure compliance with applicable standards and regulations
• Cybersecurity event monitoring and reporting
• Implement relevant security incident alerts and alarms under the direction of senior staff
• Perform periodic vulnerability scans on server, network device and application targets that include enterprise and Operating Technology hosts; support and provide vulnerability scan and reporting data to senior staff
• Works under direction of Supervisor or Sr IT Cybersecurity Analyst who screens assignments for unusual or difficult problems. Receives close supervision on new aspects of assignments
• Develops knowledge of systems, equipment, and supporting applications, and how they support the business
• Maintains performance and process metrics to evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of processes, procedures, and systems, generally under the direction of senior staff
• Effectively uses various forms of communication to successfully perform duties
• Builds relationships internally
• Work assignments may include 24x7 coverage
• May require travel to other locations

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, computer engineering, software engineering, information technology, computer information systems, MIS, or engineering is preferred. A combination of associate degree, military or professional cybersecurity experience and cybersecurity certification (CISSP, GAIC, MCSE, CEH, GICSP, CSSA, CISM) will be considered
• IT Cybersecurity Analyst requires 2+ years of Cybersecurity experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Directory Services
• Identity and Access Management, cloud based services
• Scripting experience, PowerShell or .NET (VB or C#)
• Data security
• Application security
• Network security
• Endpoint protection technology, including encryption
• Vulnerability Management
• Network Access Management
• Operating System Administration
• Firewall technology
• Secure web gateway technology
• Mobility security

End Date: 12/03/2026

Pay Range Minimum: $68,436.68

Pay Range Maximum: $135,761.08

The pay range reflects the minimum and maximum for the position at the time of posting and may be modified in the future. The starting salary/pay within the pay range will be based on several factors, as applicable, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, shift, travel requirements, collective bargaining agreements, and business and organizational needs. At WEC Energy Group, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role.

WEC Energy Group benefits

We reserve the right to modify the application deadline or discontinue accepting applications for any position if deemed necessary.

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WEC Energy Group will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1 with OPT or CPT, H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

WEC Energy Group and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers. As a result, all qualified applicants will receive equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other protected status. The Company also complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws that require it to take affirmative action.

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