IT Cybersecurity Analyst - Cloud Security Engineer
WEC Energy Group Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States · $79K–$156K/yr
Utilities · 5,001-10,000 employees
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About the role
The Cloud Security Engineer will design, implement, and manage security solutions for cloud-based environments while enforcing security policies and best practices. They are also responsible for monitoring security incidents, managing cloud-native security tools, and automating security operations using infrastructure as code.
What they look for
Requirements
Candidates should have at least 2 years of cybersecurity experience and a bachelor's degree in a technical field, or a combination of an associate degree and professional certifications. Strong knowledge of cloud security principles and industry frameworks like CIS or NIST is preferred.
Benefits
Full description
WEC Business Services LLC, a subsidiary of WEC Energy Group, is seeking a Cloud Security Engineer in our Milwaukee, WI location. This position currently offers flexibility for a hybrid work arrangement (remote/on-site) with time spent in the office.
This position is part of a job family (IT Cybersecurity Analyst, Senior IT Cybersecurity Analyst, and Principal IT Cybersecurity Analyst) where experience will be the determining factor.
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 Responsibilities
- Establishes and implements appropriate standards for the security configuration and layered defense of cloud resources.
- Design, implement, and manage security solutions for cloud-based environments.
- Inform and enforce cloud security policies and procedures based best practices and industry frameworks.
- Implement and manage security controls such as network segmentation, data protection, intrusion protection and threat detection.
- Automate security operations using scripting and infrastructure as code (IaC) techniques.
- Deploy and configure cloud-native security tools and solutions such as firewalls, encryption, identity and access management.
- Ensure KPIs related to cloud security are accurately tracked and reported.
- Collect, manage, and analyze security audit logs.
- Monitor and respond to security incidents and vulnerabilities in cloud infrastructures.
- Stay informed of latest trends, tools and techniques in the field of cloud infrastructure security and networking, defense in depth and automation.
- Collaborate with other teams to resolve security issues and improve overall security posture.
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.
- 2+ years Cybersecurity experience
Preferred Qualifications
- 5+ years of working experience in Cloud and Cyber Security
- Strong understanding of cloud security principles, architectures and security best practices (CIS/NIST).
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
End Date: 11/26/2026
Pay Range Minimum: $78,702.26
Pay Range Maximum: $156,125.32
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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