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CenterPoint Energy and its predecessor companies have been in business for more than 150 years.Our Vision: Our vision is to become the most admired utility in the United States through the execution of our long-term growth strategy. We have an unwavering commitment to safely and reliably deliver electricity and natural gas to millions of people.Our Commitment: CenterPoint Energy is committed to creating an inclusive work environment where business results are achieved through the skills, abilities and talents of our diverse workforce.At CenterPoint Energy, individuals are respected for their contributions toward our company objectives. We strive for an inclusive work environment across all levels that is reflective of the available workforce in the communities we serve.Job SummaryThe Cyber Security Analyst - Threat Hunting is a member of the Cyber Security Operations Center (CSOC) team and is responsible for ensuring that CenterPoint identifies threats to its network and data, performs cyber incident response, and has a sophisticated, detailed understanding of the evolving threat landscape.The ideal candidate has prior cyber security operations experience in a mixed environment of linux and Windows, thrives on demonstrating deductive reasoning skills, has advanced level hands-on threat hunting and cyber incident response experience.Essential FunctionsPerforms analysis to validate threat intelligence reportsConducts hypothesis-driven threat huntingPerforms cyber incident response in both linux and Windows environments.Acts as an escalation point for Jr. AnalystsMakes security recommendations to security infrastructure, network services, linuxservices, web and application services teamsAct as a cyber security advocate for adherence to industry best practicesAssists in continual service improvement effortsParticipates in the collection and documentation of operational artifacts, participates inthe development and population of knowledge management and collaboration systems for the CSOCAssists management in identifying cyber security knowledge gaps and provides mentorship and training to other cyber security analystsPursues continuing education to maintain knowledge of best practices, threats and trends in cyber security and translates into operational action itemsEducation DescriptionBachelor's degree in an IT related field or equivalent education or work experienceExperienceAdvanced-level knowledge of linux and Windows operating systemsFamiliarity with threat hunting frameworksMalware analysis experienceNetwork traffic and log analysisPrior linux and/or Windows administrative experience a plusExcellent written and oral communication skillSelf-motivated and able to work in an independent mannerCISSP, OSCP, GCIH, GCIA, GMON, GSEC certifications a plusPhysical RequirementsWorking ConditionsWe want you to knowBeing 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 youCompetitive payPaid trainingBenefits eligibility begins on your first dayTransit subsidiesFlexible work schedule, paid holidays and paid time offAccess to discounts at fitness clubs and an on-site wellness center at our headquarters in HoustonProfessional growth and development programs including tuition reimbursement401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match dollar-for-dollar up to 6% and a company contribution of 3% regardless of your contributionJob Type: Full TimePosting Start Date: 05/15/2026Posting End Date: 05/29/2026This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR §§ 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a), and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.#LI-CNP