Cyber Security Specialist VI

Zachry Group; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Zachry Group in Charlotte, NC is seeking a Cyber Security Specialist to implement and assess cyber security measures within nuclear power facilities. Responsibilities include developing specifications, performing cyber security walkdowns, and leading project team meetings. Candidates should have a BS in Computer Science, 3 years of relevant experience, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. Overtime and travel may be required. Competitive salary and benefits are available.

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience working with plant systems and performing cyber documentation for critical digital assets.
• Experience leading Cyber Security Assessments (CSATs) and project team meetings.
• Ability to pass security and drug screening, and maintain unescorted nuclear plant access.

Responsibilities

• Develop specifications and modification packages, and define design scope.
• Lead cyber security work for design engineering projects.
• Conduct cyber security walkdowns and testing.

Skills

Cyber security concepts in the nuclear industry

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Visio, PowerPoint)

Leadership in project team meetings

Education

BS in Computer Science or equivalent

MS in Computer Science, Information Systems, or Engineering (desired)

Job description

Overview

Position Synopsis: 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.

Responsibilities

• Develop specifications and/or modification packages and define design scope.
• Develop design criteria documents and identify equipment; participate in configuration and testing of digital devices.
• Perform cyber security walkdowns, cyber security testing, and CSAT presentations.
• Familiarize with codes and standards applicable to the nuclear power industry and NRC regulations.
• Lead cyber security work for associated design engineering projects and participate in project team meetings involving cyber decisions and deliverables.

Qualifications

• Education Required (minimum): BS in Computer Science or equivalent. Cyber Certifications with additional experience will also be considered.
• Knowledge of cyber security concepts in the nuclear industry; 3 years of experience working with plant systems and performing cyber documentation for critical digital assets.
• Capable of leading cyber work for associated design engineering projects; experience leading CSATs and project team meetings; prior cyber security walkdowns during project implementation; prior Cyber Security Specialist (CSS) qualification at a nuclear facility.
• Other Required Qualifications: Excellent verbal and written communication skills; proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Visio, PowerPoint) and related software; ability to pass security and drug screening and maintain unescorted nuclear plant access. Overtime and travel to client sites required.
• Desired Qualifications: MS in Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, or Computer Engineering; current qualification to write cyber security assessments (e.g., CSS) with an existing licensed nuclear facility; currently badged and a member of a critical group at an existing licensed nuclear facility.