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Job Title: ENTERPRISE SECURITY Operational Threat Analyst Overview The Operational Threat Analyst will be a key contributor to the Enterprise Security function of a Fortune 500 company. This position, reporting to the Sr. Manager, Enterprise Security Operations & Governance, will coordinate with various stakeholders across the organization identifying/assessing threats which may impact the function, the organization or the energy sector and support the delivery of security services. Role will be responsible for monitoring a wide range of open sources, including social media, news outlets, blogs, forums, and public records, to identify potential threats, trends, and relevant information. Provide actionable intelligence that supports strategic and operational objectives.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities Work closely with Enterprise Security, ESOC and organizational management daily to identify issues or potential issues which may impact the business operations and the safety/security of NRG personnel and senior leadership.

Review special event and large-scale events that may impact the function or the organization.

Develop threat assessments as guidance to site management in addition to Enterprise Security management and our National Contract Security Provider.

Identify news, social media, law enforcement and emergency management sources and contacts.

Develop mature relationships with the Enterprise Security Operations Center. These should include preparing for and responding to events of natural disasters, such as hurricanes, tornadoes, winter weather, tsunami and earthquake.

Develop bulletins which alert security management to new developments or trends which may impact our sites and personnel.

Monitor protest and demonstrations identified by independent research and service providers. Provide appropriate warning to Enterprise Security management about relevant protest and demonstrations, and produce bulletins as needed.

Review incident and investigative reports to help identify any activity that should be classified as suspicious and escalate to the appropriate Enterprise Security representative.

Review past incidents to develop indicators, warnings, and mitigation strategies.

Monitor and report on social chatter through queries defined for national security and threats against NRG properties, personnel or specifically to critical infrastructure.

Maintain confidentiality of policy and procedure documentation, emergency response and notification information, administrative material and database information.

Maintain an active liaison program with federal, state and local law enforcement agencies, industry security practitioners, and sources in the public and private sectors.

Coordinate and collaborate with various business units across the organization (HR, Legal, IT, Compliance, HSE, Operations, etc.) to support the delivery of risk-based security solutions across the enterprise.

Minimum Requirements Associate or bachelor's degree in business, intelligence studies, international studies, political science, security management, criminal justice or related field.

3 to 5 years of experience in an intelligence gathering, assessment and reporting function.

Strong research and analytical skills, attention to detail and critical thinking ability.

Proficiency with OSINT tools and techniques

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Ability to work independently and in a team environment

Familiarity with global security and geopolitical issues

Preferred Qualifications Master's degree in criminal justice, security, business or applicable field.

Experience in high tempo business environments

Growth mindset with the ability to take coaching, feedback and desire to develop into broader leadership roles.

Proven ability to build relationships across various levels of leadership throughout the organization and in various functions.

Solid initiative and follow-through, with ability to overcome hurdles and keep projects moving despite limited resources.

NRG Energy is committed to a drug and alcohol-free workplace. To the extent permitted by law and any applicable collective bargaining agreement, employees are subject to periodic random drug testing, and post-accident and reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol testing. EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability. Level, Title and/or Salary may be adjusted based on the applicant's experience or skills.

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