Cybersecurity Engineer, Associate
Location: Oakland, California
Requisition ID # 173304-en_US
Our IT professionals are at the enterprise's core, leveraging modern technology to deliver safe and reliable energy to our customers. We use AI, the cloud, data science, and the latest tools and programming languages to solve hard, interesting problems and tackle challenges like the ever-growing threat of climate change, wildfires, and breaches of cyber security. Join us and experience the satisfaction of being a technology enabler for a company that leads the industry in innovation.
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Benefits
PG&E is proud to provide a comprehensive benefits program to help you take care of your physical, emotional and financial health. In addition to the offerings below, you can expect inclusive programs in areas such as performance recognition, training and employee development, mentoring and more.
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Paid Time Off
Vacation, Sick Hours, Holidays, Family Leave
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Employee Resource Groups
16 ERGs at the core of our DEIB culture that support employee development and foster business relationships
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Professional Development
Leadership and Employee Development Courses, LinkedIn Learning, Mentoring Program and up to $8,000 for Tuition Reimbursement
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Healthcare
Low-Cost Medical, Dental, Life/Accident/Disability Insurance and Free Vision
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Healthcare & Dependent Care FSA
Pre-tax employee-funded accounts that cover certain out-of-pocket medical and dependent care expenses
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Retirement Plans
401(k) Matching up to 8% AND Cash Balance Pension (no cost to you)
Job Details
Requisition ID # 173304
Job Category: Information Technology
Job Level: Individual Contributor
Business Unit: Information Technology
Work Type: Hybrid
Job Location: Oakland
Job Summary
Supports the development, integration, and automation of cybersecurity solutions that protect PG&E systems, applications, and infrastructure. Applies programming, scripting, and AI/ML concepts to improve threat detection, incident response, and operational efficiency while supporting cybersecurity operations and continuous improvement initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain automation scripts and workflows supporting cybersecurity operations.
- Assist in integrating security tools, including SIEM, EDR, IAM, and cloud security technologies.
- Support AI/ML-enabled detection capabilities such as anomaly detection and alert prioritization.
- Monitor and investigate security alerts using established processes and automation tools.
- Support vulnerability management, incident response, and compliance-related activities.
- Build and maintain data pipelines, analytics, dashboards, and reporting solutions.
- Document processes, workflows, and technical solutions to support operational consistency and audit readiness.
- Identify opportunities to improve efficiency through automation and process improvement.
Compensation
The hourly rate for this position ranges from $45.67 to $68.75.
Minimum Qualifications
Education
- Associate of Arts (AA) or Associate of Science (AS) degree in Computer Science, Business, Engineering, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Data Science, or a related field; or equivalent work experience.
Experience
- 0–2 years of relevant technical experience.
Desired Qualifications
Education
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Business, Engineering, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Data Science, or a related field.
- Candidates graduating in 2025 or 2026 are strongly preferred.
Experience
- One or more years of relevant technical experience gained through internships, projects, research, coursework, or professional employment.
Technical Skills
- Python, PowerShell, SQL, or similar programming and scripting languages.
- Data analysis, reporting, dashboards, and analytics tools.
- API integrations and automation concepts.
- Foundational cybersecurity knowledge, including network, endpoint, cloud, or identity security.
- Familiarity with cybersecurity frameworks such as NIST.
Preferred Exposure
- SOAR platforms and automation tools.
- AWS and/or Azure security fundamentals.
- AI-enabled cybersecurity tools or data analytics platforms.
Key Performance Expectations
- Deliver high-quality work with increasing independence.
- Demonstrate growth in cybersecurity, automation, and technical skills.
- Contribute to reducing manual effort through automation.
- Support operational reliability and continuous improvement.
- Collaborate effectively and participate in knowledge-sharing activities.
Jonathan A. Solutions Architect, ExpertPG&E combines an established company’s stability with the autonomy of a startup. I enjoy high levels of trust and openness among my coworkers in a dynamic environment where I’m included in important decision-making discussions. As our company evolves, I look forward to career growth opportunities ahead.
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