Cyber Security Data Scientist

Job Title: Cyber Security Data Scientist

Location: Atlanta GA

Company: Southern Company

Job Type: Full-Time

 

Job Description:

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Cyber Security Data Scientist to join our Cyber Security team. In this role, you will leverage your expertise in data science, machine learning, and cyber security to develop and implement advanced analytics solutions that enhance the security posture of Southern Company's digital assets. You will work within our Digital Defense Center which is an operations based cyber security department focused on detecting threats on our network and cloud.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and apply machine learning algorithms and data models to detect and predict cyber threats.
• Analyze large and complex datasets to identify patterns, anomalies, and insights related to cyber security incidents.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate data-driven security solutions into existing systems and processes.
• Design, implement, and maintain data pipelines and ETL processes to ensure data quality and accessibility.
• Conduct research on emerging threats and vulnerabilities to inform the development of proactive security measures.
• Communicate findings and recommendations to technical and non-technical stakeholders through reports, dashboards, and presentations.
• Stay current with industry trends, tools, and technologies in data science and cyber security.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, Data Science, Cyber Security, or a related field.
• 5+ years of working experience performing data quality engineering on large enterprise datasets.
• Experience with Splunk, Splunk Enterprise Security App, and Risked Based Alerting a plus.
• Proven experience in data science and machine learning, preferably in a cyber security context.
• Strong programming skills a plus.
• Experience with data visualization tools like Tableau, Power BI, or similar.
• Familiarity with cyber security concepts, frameworks, and technologies (e.g., SIEM, IDS/IPS, firewalls, EDR, Cloud Security, etc)
• Knowledge of big data technologies a plus.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Southern Company (NYSE: SO) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million residential and commercial customers across the Southeast and beyond through its family of companies. Providing clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy with excellent service is our mission. The company has electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company, a leading distributed energy infrastructure company with national capabilities, a fiber optics network, and telecommunications services. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, resilience, and sustainability, we are taking action to meet our customers’ and communities’ needs while advancing our commitment to net zero emissions by 2050. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and are the key to our sustained success. We are transforming energy into economic, environmental and social progress for tomorrow. Our corporate culture and hiring practices have earned the company national awards and recognition from numerous organizations, including Forbes, Military Times, DiversityInc, Black Enterprise, J.D. Power, Fortune, Human Rights Campaign and more. To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com.

Southern Company invests in the well-being of its employees and their families through a comprehensive total rewards strategy that includes competitive base salary, annual incentive awards for eligible employees and health, welfare and retirement benefits designed to support physical, financial, and emotional/social well-being. This position may also be eligible for additional compensation, such as an incentive program, with the amount of any bonus/awards subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan(s). A summary of the benefits offered for this position can be found here https://seo.nlx.org/southernco/pdf/SOCO-Benefits.pdf. Additional and specific details about total compensation and benefits will also be provided during the hiring process.

Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.