Are you ready to join an organization where we focus on People First, have fun at work and make a difference in what we do?

Dairyland is proud of our People First culture centered around appreciation, celebrating wins and collaboration. We’ve worked hard to ensure alignment between our culture and our processes and systems, learning and development and rewards and recognition programs.

As a team, we work together to leverage the team’s diverse perspectives, ideas and experiences to deliver nothing less than the best. We are collaborative, transparent and committed to our People and their work experience, growth and professional development.

The IT Security Engineer will be responsible for protecting Dairyland Power Cooperative's computer systems and networks from threats such as security breaches, computer viruses, and attacks from cyber-criminals. They will manage and enhance our existing security systems, develop new security strategies, perform testing and make necessary adjustments to ensure the security of our systems.

The Impact You’ll Make i n This Role:

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Plan, design, implement and monitor security measures for the protection of computer systems, networks, and information.

• Implement security controls to protect an organization’s infrastructure, computer system, and digital files.

• Design computer security architecture and develop detailed cyber security designs.

• Prepare and document standard operating procedures and protocols.

• Configure and troubleshoot security infrastructure devices.

• Develop technical solutions and new security tools to help mitigate security vulnerabilities and automate repeatable tasks.

• Conduct periodic network scans to find any vulnerability.

• Conduct internal and external security audits.

• Analyze security breaches to identify the root cause.

• Maintain relevant skills through training opportunity and industry meetings

• Provide Cybersecurity job functions in support of DPC members or others entities where DPC commits to providing cybersecurity services.

• Perform other duties, as assigned.

Your Experience and Expertise:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education & Experience: Bachelor’s degree in cybersecurity, computer science, information systems, engineering or related field with 3 years’ experience with cybersecurity, system administration and network administration in a mixed technology environment. Cybersecurity regulatory compliance experience is preferred (ex. NERC CIP Standards)

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Prefer cybersecurity related certifications such as CISSP or GSEC

• An understanding of best practices and how to implement them at a business-wide level

• Critical thinking skills and the ability to solve problems as they arise

• Basic scripting or coding skills is desirable

• Ability to prioritize projects, assignments and support activity

• Excellent communication skills

Physical Demands : The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand/sit; walk; use hands/fingers to handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

We are committed to providing our greatest asset, our People, with as many perks and benefits as possible. Some benefits of working with us include:

• Health & disability benefits (medical, dental, vision, short & long-term disability)

• Life insurance

• Generous 401(k) and Pension Plans

• Paid Time Off

• Robust Wellness Program

• New Flexible Work Program

• Tuition Reimbursement

• So much more!

Dairyland Power Cooperative is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

If you are an individual with disabilities who needs accommodation or you are having difficulty using our website to apply for employment, contact our HR Department at 608-788-4000.

With headquarters in La Crosse, Wis., Dairyland is a generation and transmission cooperative that provides wholesale energy for 24 electric distribution cooperatives and 17 municipal utilities in Wisconsin, Minnesota, Iowa and Illinois.

At Dairyland, we know that happy employees are the backbone of any good organization. By offering an excellent compensation and benefits package, opportunities for career growth and a supportive environment, Dairyland helps ensure a quality business and premier workplace.

Dairyland Power Cooperative is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.