Cyber Security Specialist I - Intern

Socket.dev; Stonington (CT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Socket.dev seeks a cybersecurity engineer to support power plant upgrades and new projects, focusing on planning, organizing, and performing cyber security activities at nuclear facilities.

You will develop design criteria, modify packages, and collaborate with engineers to evaluate proposed changes that improve safety and reliability. Travel to client sites is required; overtime may be necessary.

Qualifications

• BS in Computer Science or equivalent required.
• MS in CS/CI/CE and CSS certification preferred.
• Knowledge of cyber security concepts; ability to pass security and drug screening; nuclear access required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning, organizing, and preparing cyber security activities for nuclear facilities.
• Develop DA/CDA lists and CDA assessments; perform cyber security walkdowns and testing.
• Present Cyber Security Assessment Team (CSAT) materials and coordinate with engineers on modifications.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

MS Office

Time management

Education

BS in Computer Science or equivalent

MS in CS/CI/CE (preferred)

Cyber Security Certification (CSS)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Cyber security tools

Job description

Individual will be relied upon to perform a variety of cyber security implementation and/or assessment activities involving power plant upgrades and/or new power plant projects. The individual will assist with planning, organizing, and preparing all activities related to cyber security when modifications are made at nuclear power facilities. This includes the development of DA/CDA lists, CDA assessments, performance of cyber security walkdowns, cyber security testing, and Cyber Security Assessment Team (CSAT) presentations. The individual will become familiar with codes and standards applicable to the nuclear power industry as well as possess a working knowledge of applicable NRC regulations. Typical activities include developing specifications and/or modification packages, defining design scope, developing design criteria documents, identifying, and selecting equipment, and configuration and testing of digital devices. The individual must be able to work on project teams with other engineers to evaluate conditions as well as proposed modifications which will improve plant performance, safety, and reliability. The individual will receive close supervision on unusual or difficult problems and general review of all aspects of work.

Responsibilities

Education Required (minimum): BS in Computer Science or equivalent. Cyber Certifications with additional experience will also be considered.

Experience Required (minimum): 0 to 2 years of experience in an engineering environment. Knowledge of cyber security concepts is required.

Qualifications

Other Required Qualifications (minimum): All applicants must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills and can effectively present technical topics. Proficient with Microsoft Office software; Word, Excel, Visio, PowerPoint, etc. as well as competency in software applications for email and databases. Effective time management skills are required. Ability to pass security and drug screening and maintain unescorted nuclear plant access is required. Successful candidate will be required to understand and comply with company policies, procedures and processes. Overtime work is required. Travel is required to client sites with occasional periods of field/office work.

Desired Qualifications:MS in Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, or Computer Engineering. Holds a current qualification to write cyber security assessments [e.g., Cyber Security Specialist (CSS)] with an existing licensed nuclear facility. Currently badged and is a member of a critical group of an existing licensed nuclear facility.

Note: Relocation assistance is not available for this position.