Nisource
NiSource provides natural gas and electricity services to millions across the U.S.
2 days ago
$82,200 - $123,200
Junior (1-3 years), Intermediate (4-7 years)
Full Time
Columbus, Ohio, United States
Office Full-Time
Company Size
7,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Sector Specialisms
Description
cyber assessments
archer support
fortress support
penetration testing
nist csf
audit tracking
The Cyber Assessments Analyst at NiSource is responsible for developing, maintaining, and executing the company's Cyber Assessments program—also known as Third Party Risk Management—and providing technology support for enterprise Archer and Fortress solutions. This role collaborates with Enterprise Compliance, IT, Supply Chain, and business teams to ensure effective risk mitigation and compliance.
Key duties include managing the roadmap for Cyber Assessments, Archer, and Fortress control assessments, supporting and executing the assessment program with a defined methodology, and coordinating independent assessments such as penetration tests, NIST CSF, PCI and mock regulatory reviews. The analyst also conducts independent cyber assessments, creates business‑aligned plans, and ensures that supply‑chain processes and review objectives are met within budget and timelines.
As the Control Assessments analyst, the incumbent contributes to product direction, leverages the Archer/Fortress tools for business benefit, and drives process improvement. They also monitor audit issues, facilitate issue tracking and resolution, and advance Archer adoption for risk, compliance, policy monitoring, and additional use cases.
- Develop and maintain the NiSource Cyber Assessments program and support Archer/Fortress solutions.
- Coordinate and execute independent assessments such as penetration tests, NIST CSF, PCI, and mock regulatory reviews.
- Manage roadmaps for Cyber Assessments, Archer, and Fortress control assessments.
- Conduct independent cyber assessments, develop business-aligned plans, and ensure compliance with budgets and timelines.
- Serve as Control Assessments analyst to guide product direction and drive process improvement.
- Track and resolve audit issues related to cyber assessments.
- Promote adoption of Archer for risk, compliance, policy monitoring, and additional use cases.
Requirements
bachelor's
it support
problem solving
nist
itil
servicenow
The position requires a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, 1‑2 years of compliance or IT support experience, solid computer skills, and familiarity with NIST 800‑53 v5, NIST CSF, and ITIL concepts. Strong analytical, problem‑solving, communication, and teamwork abilities are essential, as is willingness to travel, participate in process‑improvement initiatives, and follow project‑management fundamentals.
Preferred qualifications include experience with the Archer GRC tool, Microsoft 365, SharePoint, ServiceNow, and an ITIL V4 certification. The role supports NiSource’s commitment to safety, inclusion, and equal employment opportunity, offering a salary range of $82,200‑$123,200 and the chance to work for a utility serving nearly four million customers across the Midwest and Mid‑Atlantic.
- Hold a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience and 1‑2 years in compliance/IT support.
- Demonstrate strong analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills.
- Possess knowledge of NIST 800‑53 v5, NIST CSF, and ITIL processes.
- Preferred: experience with Archer GRC, Microsoft 365, SharePoint, ServiceNow, and ITIL V4 certification.
- Willingness to travel to business units, work independently across functional domains, and participate in process‑improvement initiatives.
Benefits
Training + Development
Interview process
Visa Sponsorship
- authorization to work in the united states without requiring sponsorship
Security clearance
Overview
Founded 1912
Year of establishment
The company was established in 1912 and has since grown into a major player in the energy sector.
Millions of Customers
Customer base size
The company serves millions of households, businesses, and industries across the U.S.
- Provides reliable service by managing infrastructure for natural gas and electricity.
- Specializes in energy delivery, including transmission and distribution.
- Regularly modernizes systems to enhance safety, efficiency, and sustainability.
- Deeply rooted in innovation, integrating renewable energy into the grid.
- Involved in large-scale infrastructure projects to enhance energy security.
- Known for steady financial performance and a forward-thinking approach.
Culture + Values
- Be Safe
- Look for a Better Way
- Act with Care
- Take Accountability
- Serve our customers and our communities
- Be respectful and inclusive
- Work together
- Deliver on our commitments
- Be transparent
- Do the right thing
Environment + Sustainability
Net Zero
GHG Emissions Target
Aim to achieve net zero Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 2040.
58% Reduction
Scope 1 Emissions Since 2005
Significant decrease in Scope 1 greenhouse gas emissions since 2005.
50% Methane Reduction
From Mains and Services
Targeting a 50% reduction in methane emissions from mains and services by 2025.
$3B Investment
Renewable Energy Transition
Anticipated investments in renewable energy generation transition through 2028.
- Retire 100% of remaining coal-fired electric generating units by 2026–2028.
- Exploring hydrogen blending in gas systems via an on‑site hydrogen blending skid.
- Named to Dow Jones Sustainability Index for nine consecutive years and to North America Index eleven consecutive years.
- Plans to conserve lands: restoring hundreds of acres through vegetation management, soil remediation and seeding.
Inclusion & Diversity
Employee Promotion Rates
Promotion Statistics (8/31/23)
Reflects the promotion rates across various demographic groups within the organization.
Executive Representation
Leadership Demographics (12/31/24)
Breakdown of executive leadership roles by gender in the organization.
Employee Population
Workforce Demographics (12/31/24)
Overall gender distribution within the organization's workforce.
- Provide energizing and inclusive culture where every employee has a voice and active seat at the table
- Support diverse and unique customers and invest in communities
- Diversify workforce partnerships through conferences (e.g., SWE, SASE, SHPE, NSBE, NBMBA)
- Commit to supplier diversity and economic inclusion initiatives