Principal Threat Intelligence Analyst / IT Technical Lead - Cyber Intel

Requisition ID:  88764 

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Position Specific Description

This position is part of the Cyber Intelligence and Government Affairs (CIGA) team, a key functional group within the Cybersecurity organization under the Information Technology Division. Cybersecurity is charged with safeguarding the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of company information and computing networks by proactively identifying, collecting, and managing comprehensive threat intelligence.

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented professional to serve as the Principal Threat Intelligence Analyst or IT Technical Lead – Cyber Intel. This is an exciting opportunity for a cybersecurity expert who thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and is passionate about protecting critical infrastructure and digital assets.

In this role, you will support NextEra’s cybersecurity program by working with a high-performing team, a rapidly growing business, and cutting-edge cybersecurity technologies. You will lead efforts to gather and analyze timely, high-priority intelligence, and provide strategic guidance to mitigate cyber risks across NextEra Energy and its subsidiaries. You will also recommend process and technology enhancements to strengthen the company’s cybersecurity posture.

Key Responsibilities:

• Contribute to the development of strategic goals for the intelligence team and enhance the intelligence collection strategy
• Define and refine Priority Intelligence Requirements (PIRs) and Critical Intelligence Requirements (CIRs)
• Lead threat intelligence collection efforts and guide analytical processes
• Develop and maintain actionable intelligence reports and assessments
• Identify, prioritize, and help mitigate potential security threats
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Support the development of enterprise-wide security strategies and response plans
• Provide expert analysis and recommendations during potential security incidents
• Process, document, and manage intelligence from diverse data sources and platforms
• Maintain an organized repository of technical indicators, intelligence reports, briefings, and threat feeds

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong communication skills, including the ability to convey complex technical information to both technical and executive audiences
• Demonstrated success in cyber intelligence or counter-intelligence roles, with a clear understanding of business risk implications
• Solid understanding of key security controls and their role in risk assessment
• Ability to perform under pressure, manage multiple priorities, and demonstrate strong initiative and leadership
• Knowledge of computer networking technologies and architectures
• Willingness to travel up to 10%, work extended hours as needed, and maintain eligibility for security clearances
• Availability for on-call duties 24/7 as required
• Position location is flexible and will be determined based on candidate qualifications

Job Overview

This position establishes strategy, develops business plans, and oversees and leads in the design, development and implementation of technology solutions to meet business needs. Leaders in this role provide leadership and oversight to manage performance and results in one or more Information Technology (IT) disciplines. Individuals will be accountable for the reliability, performance, security, and continuity of IT systems and supported business processes.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Provides leadership, influence, vision, and direction to the organization to contribute to achieving the company's goals
• Works with IT leaders to develop overall IT strategy in alignment with business strategy
• Oversees value stream by focusing on cost and risks of technology portfolio to meet business needs
• Supports and fosters innovative technologies to deliver new ideas that enable business transformation
• Ensures high levels of ongoing system and application performance in production environments
• Oversees development of processes and tools to automate code releases from development to operations (DevOps)
• Attracts, develops and retains a high-performing and diverse team
• Establishes and drives technology roadmaps that align with current and future business needs
• Manages third party technical and outsourcing relationships to deliver project and operational support objectives
• Ensures technology processes are conducted in line with applicable standards and company policies
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• High School Grad / GED
• Bachelor's or Equivalent Experience
• Experience: 7+ years

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree
• Supervisor/Management Experience: 2+ years

NextEra Energy offers a wide range of benefits to support our employees and their eligible family members. Click here to learn more.

Employee Group:  Exempt
Employee Type:  Full Time
Job Category:  Information Technology
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Relocation Provided:  No

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