Associate Analyst

About the Role

As an Associate Analyst on the Technology Security team, you will support cybersecurity initiatives aimed at helping National Grid detect, understand, and respond to potential cyber threats. You will gain hands-on experience with enterprise-level security tools, processes, and teams, while working on real projects. This role offers exposure to multiple areas of cybersecurity, including threat analysis, technology operations, incident response, network security, and security automation.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze cybersecurity alerts, system activity, and technical information to identify and understand potential cyber threats.
• Support the evaluation, implementation, and improvement of cybersecurity solutions that meet business and technology needs.
• Investigate technology issues, coordinate with third-party providers, and track escalations through resolution.
• Collaborate with cybersecurity, IT, business, and product teams to provide technical support and improve security processes.
• Document system changes, investigations, procedures, and resolutions in line with change management and cybersecurity standards.
• Stay current on cybersecurity trends, technologies, and emerging threats while developing technical knowledge.
• Help protect National Grid’s digital environment while building technical and cybersecurity skills.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Bachelor or Master’s degree in Cyber Security, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field from an accredited institution.
• Graduated between May 2026 and June 2027.
• Ability to begin the National Grid Graduate Program on June 7, 2027, or July 12, 2027.
• Work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States.

Qualifications

• Academic, internship, project, or work experience involving cybersecurity, information technology, networking, programming, systems administration, or technical support.
• Exposure to scripting or programming languages such as Python, Bash, Perl, R, Java, or C++.
• Ability to work independently and contribute effectively to a collaborative team.
• Ability to manage deadlines, time-sensitive tasks, and recurring requirements.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, multitasking, and organizational skills.

About the Graduate Development Program

The National Grid Graduate Development Program (GDP) is a year-long development program for recent college graduates aspiring to take on future leadership roles.

• Graduates start with an in-depth 3-week in-person Orientation.
• Following Orientation, participants will work in a full-time position and engage in robust development activities throughout the year, including monthly development sessions, active mentorship, and an intensive “Hackathon Project.”

IT & Digital Rotations

The IT Graduate Development Rotational Program consists of an 18-month exploration with three 6-month rotations in varying IT & Digital departments. Your first rotation will be in the role outlined above, returning to this role after two broadening rotations.

Salary Range

• Waltham, MA: $76,000 - $89,000 a year
• Brooklyn, NY: $81,000 - $95,000 a year
• Syracuse, NY: $68,000 - $79,000 a year

Important Information

• National Grid will not be providing visa sponsorship for this position.
• Employees must reside within National Grid’s existing footprint (Massachusetts, New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, New Hampshire, Maine, Rhode Island, and Vermont) and within a reasonable, commutable distance to their assigned primary office.
• Applications close on Tuesday, December 1, 2026. Applications may close earlier due to rolling review. Early application is encouraged.