Application Guide
How to Apply for Security Analyst II US
at HITACHI ENERGY
🏢 About HITACHI ENERGY
Hitachi Vantara is the data infrastructure and digital solutions arm of Hitachi, trusted by major innovators like banks and even the Las Vegas Sphere to handle massive data workloads. As part of Hitachi Energy, the company is driving the transition to carbon-neutral energy systems, making it a place where cybersecurity directly supports sustainable, high-impact technology. Employees join a diverse global team that values innovation, resilience, and real-world impact with data.
About This Role
As a Security Analyst II (US) at Hitachi Energy, you’ll work closely with the Cybersecurity Director to execute daily security tasks, track action items, and support awareness, training, and communication initiatives. This entry-level role is designed for someone with internship experience who is eager to grow in cybersecurity while contributing to the protection of critical energy and data infrastructure. Your work will directly help teams stay informed and secure, enabling Hitachi to continue innovating safely.
💡 A Day in the Life
You might start your day with a quick sync with the Cybersecurity Director to review priorities and update action items. Later, you could draft a security awareness newsletter, coordinate a training session, or research a new communication tool. You’ll collaborate with team members across time zones, track progress on initiatives, and ensure security messages are clear and consistent—all while working remotely.
🚀 Application Tools
🎯 Who HITACHI ENERGY Is Looking For
- Has prior cybersecurity internship experience, ideally in a corporate or energy/technology environment, with exposure to security awareness, training, or communication tasks.
- Is proactive and dependable, able to manage multiple action items and follow through on assignments with minimal supervision in a remote setting.
- Possesses strong written and verbal communication skills to translate security information for diverse teams and support director-level initiatives.
- Demonstrates a genuine passion for cybersecurity and a desire to continuously learn and advance within the industry, aligning with Hitachi’s culture of innovation.
📝 Tips for Applying to HITACHI ENERGY
Highlight any internship or project experience where you supported cybersecurity awareness, training, or communication—even if it was a small part of your role.
Tailor your resume to include keywords from the job description such as 'tracking action items,' 'security awareness,' and 'supporting Cybersecurity Director' to pass ATS and show fit.
In your cover letter, explicitly connect your interest in cybersecurity to Hitachi Energy’s mission of advancing sustainable energy systems—show you understand the company’s unique context.
Mention familiarity with remote collaboration tools (e.g., Microsoft Teams, Jira, or similar) since this is a remote role and you’ll be coordinating across teams.
If you have any experience with security awareness platforms (e.g., KnowBe4, Proofpoint) or creating training materials, call it out—it’s directly relevant to the responsibilities.
✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter
['Your prior internship experience in cybersecurity and how it prepared you to execute assigned tasks and support a director-level leader.', 'Specific examples of how you’ve contributed to security awareness, training, or communication efforts, no matter how small.', 'Your proactive nature and ability to track action items and follow through in a remote, collaborative environment.', 'Why Hitachi Energy’s mission of carbon-neutral energy and Hitachi Vantara’s data infrastructure focus excite you personally and professionally.']
Generate Cover Letter →🔍 Research Before Applying
To stand out, make sure you've researched:
- → Explore Hitachi Vantara’s product portfolio (e.g., data storage, AIOps, cloud) and recent announcements to understand what data infrastructure they provide and why security matters.
- → Learn about Hitachi Energy’s sustainability goals and the broader Hitachi group’s commitment to carbon neutrality—connect this to the cybersecurity function.
- → Look up recent cybersecurity incidents or trends in the energy sector to speak knowledgeably about threats relevant to Hitachi’s business.
- → Review the Las Vegas Sphere case study on Hitachi Vantara’s website to see a concrete example of their impact and innovation.
💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics
Based on this role, you may be asked about:
⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Applying with a generic resume that doesn’t mention cybersecurity internships, awareness, or training—this role specifically requires prior internship experience.
- Ignoring the remote aspect and failing to demonstrate ability to work independently or with remote collaboration tools.
- Focusing only on technical security skills (e.g., SIEM, firewalls) without addressing the communication, training, and coordination aspects central to this role.
📅 Application Timeline
This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.
Typical hiring timeline:
Application Review
1-2 weeks
Initial Screening
Phone call or written assessment
Interviews
1-2 rounds, usually virtual
Offer
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