Western Farmers Electric Cooperative
Senior/Information Security Analyst
Western Farmers Electric Cooperative, Moore, Oklahoma, United States
Applications accepted until January 20, 2026 – apply online at
www.wfec.com
Senior Information Security Analyst Under the general supervision of the Supervisor, IT Infrastructure, the Senior Information Security Analyst performs troubleshooting, installation, and maintenance on equipment and software systems related to electronic access control and monitoring. The incumbent ensures the stability and integrity of in‑house electronic access control and monitoring systems. In addition, the incumbent performs change management and configuration activities, security controls testing, system baseline activities, vulnerability testing and analysis, and network traffic analysis to ensure system reliability and security. The incumbent participates in in‑house, regulatory, and industry teams including working groups, committees, incident response teams, and business continuity teams as required. The incumbent responds to anomalous events, synthesizing and correlating complex events to ensure operational security.
Information Security Analyst Under the general supervision of the Supervisor, IT Infrastructure, the Information Security Analyst performs troubleshooting, installation, and maintenance on equipment and software related to electronic access control and monitoring. The incumbent ensures the stability and integrity of in‑house electronic access control and monitoring systems and participates in in‑house, regulatory, and industry teams including working groups, committees, incident response teams, and business continuity teams as required. The incumbent responds to anomalous events, synthesizing and correlating complex events to ensure operational security.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES – Senior Information Security Analyst Ensures the stability and integrity of in‑house electronic access control and monitoring systems, including SEIM devices, IDS sensors, IPS, data diodes, firewalls, switches, routers, application whitelisting, network anomaly detection devices, log retention and forwarding systems, network monitoring systems, and analytics software. Performs change management, configuration activities, security controls testing, system baseline activities, vulnerability testing and analysis, and network traffic analysis. Installs, troubleshoots, and maintains hardware and software systems. Reviews logs, configurations, rule sets, user accounts, and network traffic for policy adherence. Responds to anomalous events, synthesizing and correlating complex events. Tests and implements IDS/IPS rule sets and signatures. Conducts security controls testing after significant changes. Monitors cyber assets and critical infrastructure for uptime. Engages in change/configuration management activities. Performs network traffic analysis for anomalous traffic. Assists in incident response and forensic investigations. Conducts vulnerability testing, analysis, and mitigation. Analyzes network infrastructure rule sets manually and with software tools. Writes reports and briefings. Tracks operational issues and tickets. Conducts research on network products, services, protocols, and standards. Participates in exercises testing policies, procedures, and skills required by business and critical operations. Participates in in‑house, regulatory, and industry teams.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES – Information Security Analyst Ensures the stability and integrity of in‑house electronic access control and monitoring systems, including SEIM devices, IDS sensors, IPS, data diodes, firewalls, switches, routers, application whitelisting, network anomaly detection devices, log retention and forwarding systems, network monitoring systems, and analytics software. Installs, troubleshoots, and maintains hardware and software. Reviews logs, configurations, rule sets, user accounts, and network traffic. Responds to anomalous events, synthesizing and correlating complex events. Monitors cyber assets and critical infrastructure. Engages in change/configuration management activities. Performs network traffic analysis for anomalous traffic. Writes reports and briefings on specific information security issues. Tracks operational issues. Conducts research on network products, services, protocols, and standards. Participates in exercises testing policies, procedures, and skills. Participates in in‑house, regulatory, and industry teams.
COMPETENCIES
Analysis/Design:
Synthesizes complex information, researches data, designs workflows, generates creative solutions, translates concepts into images, and applies design principles.
Problem Solving:
Identifies and resolves problems, analyzes information, develops alternative solutions, works well in group settings, and applies reason when dealing with emotional topics.
Professional Knowledge:
Applies knowledge to generate solutions, translates concepts into applications, pursues training, builds knowledge, and shares expertise.
Oral and Written Communication:
Speaks clearly and persuasively, listens, presents meetings, writes clearly, and presents numerical data effectively.
Teamwork:
Balances team and individual responsibilities, provides and welcomes feedback, and supports group commitments.
Planning/Organizing:
Prioritizes and plans work, uses time efficiently, sets goals, and develops realistic action plans.
Project Management:
Develops project plans, coordinates projects, communicates changes, completes projects on time and within budget.
Adaptability:
Adapts to changes, manages competing demands, and adjusts approach to fit situations.
Customer Service:
Handles difficult situations, responds promptly, solicits feedback, and meets commitments.
Cost Consciousness:
Works within budget, implements cost‑saving measures, and conserves resources.
QUALIFICATIONS Education And Experience
Senior Information Security Analyst
– Bachelor’s degree in a related field and five (5) years of directly related experience. Extensive knowledge of TCP/IP, Cisco routing & switching, and Cisco ASA firewall/VPN appliances is preferred. Industry certifications may substitute experience at one year per certification. Direct experience may substitute education at two years per year of education.
Information Security Analyst
– Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Management, or related field and two (2) years of directly related experience. Associate’s degree and six (6) years of direct experience may substitute for a degree. Extensive knowledge of TCP/IP, Cisco routing & switching, and Cisco ASA firewall/VPN appliances is preferred. Industry certifications may substitute experience at one year per certification.
Language Skills:
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, and regulations. Ability to write reports, correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to present information and respond to questions.
Mathematical Skills:
Ability to work with probability, statistics, geometry, trigonometry, calculus, and differential equations. Apply concepts such as percentages and ratios to practical situations.
Reasoning Ability:
Ability to solve practical problems and interpret instructions in various forms.
Computer Skills:
Knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office products.
Certificates, Licenses, & Registrations:
Current driver’s license required. Desired certifications: CCNA, CCNP, CompTIA Network+, CompTIA Security+, CISSP, GIAC, CEH, or equivalent. Must attain CISSP (or similar) within twelve (12) months of hire.
Work Schedule Requirements:
Normal weekday schedule, may be required to work evenings, holidays, weekends, or travel on short notice. May be required to work differentiated 8‑hour schedules. On‑call nights and weekends to respond to anomalous issues.
Physical Demands:
Regular sitting, speaking, and hearing. Frequent use of hands and arms. Occasional standing, walking, and lifting up to 50 pounds. Vision: close, distance, and color vision.
Work Environment:
Moderate outdoor weather conditions. Quiet noise level. Classified as “safety sensitive” per WFEC Administrative Procedure 805.
Must Meet All Physical And Environmental Requirements:
Reasonable accommodations may be made for disabilities.
WFEC IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY PROVIDER AND EMPLOYER AND TAKES AFFIRMATIVE ACTION WITH RESPECT TO INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES AND PROTECTED VETERANS.
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Information Technology
Industry Utilities
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www.wfec.com
Senior Information Security Analyst Under the general supervision of the Supervisor, IT Infrastructure, the Senior Information Security Analyst performs troubleshooting, installation, and maintenance on equipment and software systems related to electronic access control and monitoring. The incumbent ensures the stability and integrity of in‑house electronic access control and monitoring systems. In addition, the incumbent performs change management and configuration activities, security controls testing, system baseline activities, vulnerability testing and analysis, and network traffic analysis to ensure system reliability and security. The incumbent participates in in‑house, regulatory, and industry teams including working groups, committees, incident response teams, and business continuity teams as required. The incumbent responds to anomalous events, synthesizing and correlating complex events to ensure operational security.
Information Security Analyst Under the general supervision of the Supervisor, IT Infrastructure, the Information Security Analyst performs troubleshooting, installation, and maintenance on equipment and software related to electronic access control and monitoring. The incumbent ensures the stability and integrity of in‑house electronic access control and monitoring systems and participates in in‑house, regulatory, and industry teams including working groups, committees, incident response teams, and business continuity teams as required. The incumbent responds to anomalous events, synthesizing and correlating complex events to ensure operational security.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES – Senior Information Security Analyst Ensures the stability and integrity of in‑house electronic access control and monitoring systems, including SEIM devices, IDS sensors, IPS, data diodes, firewalls, switches, routers, application whitelisting, network anomaly detection devices, log retention and forwarding systems, network monitoring systems, and analytics software. Performs change management, configuration activities, security controls testing, system baseline activities, vulnerability testing and analysis, and network traffic analysis. Installs, troubleshoots, and maintains hardware and software systems. Reviews logs, configurations, rule sets, user accounts, and network traffic for policy adherence. Responds to anomalous events, synthesizing and correlating complex events. Tests and implements IDS/IPS rule sets and signatures. Conducts security controls testing after significant changes. Monitors cyber assets and critical infrastructure for uptime. Engages in change/configuration management activities. Performs network traffic analysis for anomalous traffic. Assists in incident response and forensic investigations. Conducts vulnerability testing, analysis, and mitigation. Analyzes network infrastructure rule sets manually and with software tools. Writes reports and briefings. Tracks operational issues and tickets. Conducts research on network products, services, protocols, and standards. Participates in exercises testing policies, procedures, and skills required by business and critical operations. Participates in in‑house, regulatory, and industry teams.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES – Information Security Analyst Ensures the stability and integrity of in‑house electronic access control and monitoring systems, including SEIM devices, IDS sensors, IPS, data diodes, firewalls, switches, routers, application whitelisting, network anomaly detection devices, log retention and forwarding systems, network monitoring systems, and analytics software. Installs, troubleshoots, and maintains hardware and software. Reviews logs, configurations, rule sets, user accounts, and network traffic. Responds to anomalous events, synthesizing and correlating complex events. Monitors cyber assets and critical infrastructure. Engages in change/configuration management activities. Performs network traffic analysis for anomalous traffic. Writes reports and briefings on specific information security issues. Tracks operational issues. Conducts research on network products, services, protocols, and standards. Participates in exercises testing policies, procedures, and skills. Participates in in‑house, regulatory, and industry teams.
COMPETENCIES
Analysis/Design:
Synthesizes complex information, researches data, designs workflows, generates creative solutions, translates concepts into images, and applies design principles.
Problem Solving:
Identifies and resolves problems, analyzes information, develops alternative solutions, works well in group settings, and applies reason when dealing with emotional topics.
Professional Knowledge:
Applies knowledge to generate solutions, translates concepts into applications, pursues training, builds knowledge, and shares expertise.
Oral and Written Communication:
Speaks clearly and persuasively, listens, presents meetings, writes clearly, and presents numerical data effectively.
Teamwork:
Balances team and individual responsibilities, provides and welcomes feedback, and supports group commitments.
Planning/Organizing:
Prioritizes and plans work, uses time efficiently, sets goals, and develops realistic action plans.
Project Management:
Develops project plans, coordinates projects, communicates changes, completes projects on time and within budget.
Adaptability:
Adapts to changes, manages competing demands, and adjusts approach to fit situations.
Customer Service:
Handles difficult situations, responds promptly, solicits feedback, and meets commitments.
Cost Consciousness:
Works within budget, implements cost‑saving measures, and conserves resources.
QUALIFICATIONS Education And Experience
Senior Information Security Analyst
– Bachelor’s degree in a related field and five (5) years of directly related experience. Extensive knowledge of TCP/IP, Cisco routing & switching, and Cisco ASA firewall/VPN appliances is preferred. Industry certifications may substitute experience at one year per certification. Direct experience may substitute education at two years per year of education.
Information Security Analyst
– Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Management, or related field and two (2) years of directly related experience. Associate’s degree and six (6) years of direct experience may substitute for a degree. Extensive knowledge of TCP/IP, Cisco routing & switching, and Cisco ASA firewall/VPN appliances is preferred. Industry certifications may substitute experience at one year per certification.
Language Skills:
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, and regulations. Ability to write reports, correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to present information and respond to questions.
Mathematical Skills:
Ability to work with probability, statistics, geometry, trigonometry, calculus, and differential equations. Apply concepts such as percentages and ratios to practical situations.
Reasoning Ability:
Ability to solve practical problems and interpret instructions in various forms.
Computer Skills:
Knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office products.
Certificates, Licenses, & Registrations:
Current driver’s license required. Desired certifications: CCNA, CCNP, CompTIA Network+, CompTIA Security+, CISSP, GIAC, CEH, or equivalent. Must attain CISSP (or similar) within twelve (12) months of hire.
Work Schedule Requirements:
Normal weekday schedule, may be required to work evenings, holidays, weekends, or travel on short notice. May be required to work differentiated 8‑hour schedules. On‑call nights and weekends to respond to anomalous issues.
Physical Demands:
Regular sitting, speaking, and hearing. Frequent use of hands and arms. Occasional standing, walking, and lifting up to 50 pounds. Vision: close, distance, and color vision.
Work Environment:
Moderate outdoor weather conditions. Quiet noise level. Classified as “safety sensitive” per WFEC Administrative Procedure 805.
Must Meet All Physical And Environmental Requirements:
Reasonable accommodations may be made for disabilities.
WFEC IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY PROVIDER AND EMPLOYER AND TAKES AFFIRMATIVE ACTION WITH RESPECT TO INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES AND PROTECTED VETERANS.
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Information Technology
Industry Utilities
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