NiSource Inc.
Overview
Cybersecurity Engineer
— Full Time Perm
Way of Work : Hybrid - 3 days in-office
Location : Columbus, OH
Salary : $93,800 - 140,700, plus 8% annual bonus
At NiSource, our Enterprise Security department excels in engineering sophisticated defenses, architecting resilient systems, and proactively defending the vital cyber infrastructure that is crucial to our business operations. As a Cybersecurity Engineer you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the security, reliability, and robustness of our information assets against a backdrop of evolving cyber threats.
This team collaborates with application, infrastructure, and enterprise architecture teams to evaluate and triage internal and external cybersecurity threats and events.
The Cybersecurity Engineer reports to the Manager of Cybersecurity Incident Response and works closely with other SOC Analysts and internal teams to implement and manage SIEM and SOAR solutions.
Responsibilities
Application Security:
Providing technical expertise in the development and enhancement of secure applications, integrating security throughout the software development lifecycle.
Threat Intelligence & Analysis:
Analyzing and interpreting threat data, employing frameworks such as NIST CSF, and enhancing security measures based on actionable intelligence.
Incident Response & Forensic Analysis:
Responding to and investigating cybersecurity incidents, performing forensic analysis, and ensuring rapid recovery and continuity of operations.
Penetration Testing & Ethical Hacking:
Conducting controlled security assessments to identify vulnerabilities and strengthen the security posture against potential breaches.
Regulatory & Compliance Knowledge:
Ensuring all cybersecurity practices are in line with regulatory requirements and industry standards for compliance and governance.
Familiarity with SIEM platforms (e.g., Splunk, Microsoft Sentinel), EDR tools, and basic network concepts
Understanding of common cyber threats and attack techniques (e.g., phishing, malware, lateral movement)
Effective communication for documenting incidents and working with cross-functional teams
Basic knowledge of system logs, authentication methods, and endpoint security
Qualifications Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience
3+ years of experience with Threat Detection and Incident Response
3+ years of experience working in a SOC environment
3+ years of experience with SIEM tools (e.g., Splunk) and EDR platforms
Preferred Qualifications
Advanced degrees or professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CEH, or equivalent.
Contributions to Cybersecurity research or thought leadership in industry forums.
Experience with AI and ML technologies in Cybersecurity.
Disclaimer
This description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required of the position.
Work Authorization
Authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship.
Equal Employment Opportunity
NiSource is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in each of its companies to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, veteran status, disability, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex (including pregnancy, lactation, childbirth or related medical conditions), genetic information, citizenship status, or any protected group status as defined by law. Each employee is expected to abide by this principle.
ADA Accommodations
If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process or to perform the essential functions of the position, please contact OneHR at OneHR@nisource.com or 1-888-640-3320.
Safety Statement
Promote a safe work environment by actively participating in all aspects of our employee safety program. Report any unsafe conditions and take actions to prevent personal injuries. Support our interdependent safety culture by ensuring the safety of your co-workers. Stay focused on the task at hand and promote productivity through good work habits.
E-Verify
NiSource participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's E-Verify program. As part of this process, we provide the following notices to all job applicants: These documents inform you of your rights and responsibilities under U.S. law. You can view or download them using the links below:
E-Verify Poster
(English and Spanish)
E-Verify Participation Poster English and Spanish
Right to Work Poster
(English and Spanish)
If you have the right to work, don\'t let anyone take it away
Salary Range* : $93,800.00 - $140,700.00
Note:
The salary offered to a candidate is based on several factors including the candidate\'s skills, job-related knowledge, and relevant experience, as well as internal pay equity.
Posting Start Date : 2025-10-14
Posting End Date : 2025-10-28
Please note that the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.
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— Full Time Perm
Way of Work : Hybrid - 3 days in-office
Location : Columbus, OH
Salary : $93,800 - 140,700, plus 8% annual bonus
At NiSource, our Enterprise Security department excels in engineering sophisticated defenses, architecting resilient systems, and proactively defending the vital cyber infrastructure that is crucial to our business operations. As a Cybersecurity Engineer you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the security, reliability, and robustness of our information assets against a backdrop of evolving cyber threats.
This team collaborates with application, infrastructure, and enterprise architecture teams to evaluate and triage internal and external cybersecurity threats and events.
The Cybersecurity Engineer reports to the Manager of Cybersecurity Incident Response and works closely with other SOC Analysts and internal teams to implement and manage SIEM and SOAR solutions.
Responsibilities
Application Security:
Providing technical expertise in the development and enhancement of secure applications, integrating security throughout the software development lifecycle.
Threat Intelligence & Analysis:
Analyzing and interpreting threat data, employing frameworks such as NIST CSF, and enhancing security measures based on actionable intelligence.
Incident Response & Forensic Analysis:
Responding to and investigating cybersecurity incidents, performing forensic analysis, and ensuring rapid recovery and continuity of operations.
Penetration Testing & Ethical Hacking:
Conducting controlled security assessments to identify vulnerabilities and strengthen the security posture against potential breaches.
Regulatory & Compliance Knowledge:
Ensuring all cybersecurity practices are in line with regulatory requirements and industry standards for compliance and governance.
Familiarity with SIEM platforms (e.g., Splunk, Microsoft Sentinel), EDR tools, and basic network concepts
Understanding of common cyber threats and attack techniques (e.g., phishing, malware, lateral movement)
Effective communication for documenting incidents and working with cross-functional teams
Basic knowledge of system logs, authentication methods, and endpoint security
Qualifications Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience
3+ years of experience with Threat Detection and Incident Response
3+ years of experience working in a SOC environment
3+ years of experience with SIEM tools (e.g., Splunk) and EDR platforms
Preferred Qualifications
Advanced degrees or professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CEH, or equivalent.
Contributions to Cybersecurity research or thought leadership in industry forums.
Experience with AI and ML technologies in Cybersecurity.
Disclaimer
This description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required of the position.
Work Authorization
Authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship.
Equal Employment Opportunity
NiSource is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in each of its companies to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, veteran status, disability, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex (including pregnancy, lactation, childbirth or related medical conditions), genetic information, citizenship status, or any protected group status as defined by law. Each employee is expected to abide by this principle.
ADA Accommodations
If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process or to perform the essential functions of the position, please contact OneHR at OneHR@nisource.com or 1-888-640-3320.
Safety Statement
Promote a safe work environment by actively participating in all aspects of our employee safety program. Report any unsafe conditions and take actions to prevent personal injuries. Support our interdependent safety culture by ensuring the safety of your co-workers. Stay focused on the task at hand and promote productivity through good work habits.
E-Verify
NiSource participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's E-Verify program. As part of this process, we provide the following notices to all job applicants: These documents inform you of your rights and responsibilities under U.S. law. You can view or download them using the links below:
E-Verify Poster
(English and Spanish)
E-Verify Participation Poster English and Spanish
Right to Work Poster
(English and Spanish)
If you have the right to work, don\'t let anyone take it away
Salary Range* : $93,800.00 - $140,700.00
Note:
The salary offered to a candidate is based on several factors including the candidate\'s skills, job-related knowledge, and relevant experience, as well as internal pay equity.
Posting Start Date : 2025-10-14
Posting End Date : 2025-10-28
Please note that the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.
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