Hiring: Security Specialist - Security Controls Management Company: American Electric Power Location: Columbus, OH Job Posted Time: 2026-09-16 14:36:12 Target Skills & Keywords : Regulatory Compliance, Risk Management About the job Experience: •2 years relevant experience in security (cyber or physical) Required Skills: •Security Controls Specialist is an individual contributor responsible for assessing, monitoring, and improving the effectiveness of cybersecurity controls across the organization. •This role partners with Technology, Security, Compliance, Audit, and business stakeholders to identify and mitigate risk, evaluate control performance, support regulatory compliance efforts, and strengthen the organization's overall security posture. •Execute and maintain administrative, technical, operational, and detective security controls to ensure consistent performance and regulatory compliance. •Evaluate and assess the effectiveness of administrative, technical, operational, and detective security controls. •Perform control testing, validation, and monitoring activities to verify compliance with established security requirements. •Develop, maintain, and enhance control procedures, standards, and supporting documentation. •Identify control gaps, weaknesses, or deficiencies and recommend appropriate remediation strategies. •Support implementation of new controls and enhancements to improve operational efficiency and risk reduction. Qualifications: •Security governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) principles. •Security control frameworks and assessment methodologies. •Security monitoring and reporting processes. •Risk assessment and remediation practices. •Audit readiness and evidence management. •Knowledge of regulatory frameworks such as NERC CIP, NIST CSF, NIST 800-53, CIS Controls, ISO 27001, or similar frameworks is preferred. •Risk analysis and critical thinking •Stakeholder relationship management •Report writing and presentation skills •2 years relevant experience in IT system administration/help desk/security (cyber or physical); OR graduation from an approved Cybersecurity Program; alternatively, may have non-degree qualifications (such as hands-on demonstrated ability in a technical interview/assessment). Compensation: •$74,551 - $151,132 / year Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!