Cyber Security Systems Architect

System One; Bellevue (WA); Remote; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in nuclear energy technology is seeking a Cyber Security Systems Architect for a contract position. The role involves designing and implementing cyber security measures, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and providing technical guidance within cross-functional teams. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in security digital systems architecture and experience in the nuclear sector.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of direct experience in security digital systems architecture.
• Experience with instrumentation and controls digital system development.
• Familiarity with regulatory frameworks and standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design of cyber security control implementations.
• Create and review technical design documents.
• Oversee the integration of physical security systems with advanced control systems.

Skills

Technical Writing

Communication

Project Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

Job Title: Cyber Security Systems Architect
Type: Contract, Long -Term
Compensation: $72 - $90 hourly
Contractor Work Model: Remote

Overview: We are seeking a highly motivated Cyber Security Systems Architect to supporting our nuclear energy technology client,on a contract basis. This role is pivotal in ensuring the security of Sodium Fast Reactor technologies. The successful candidate will report directly to the Cyber and Physical Security System Design Manager and will interface with a diverse team of scientists and engineers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and Implementation: Lead the design of cyber security control implementations and digital systems, ensuring alignment from functional requirements through final design.
• Documentation Development: Create and review technical design documents, including System Requirements Documents, System Design Descriptions, Interface Control Documents, and Engineering Design Specifications.
• Systems Integration: Oversee the integration of physical security systems with advanced control systems for Generation IV nuclear reactor technologies, working closely with both internal and external teams.
• Regulatory Compliance: Analyze and apply nuclear codes, standards, and regulatory criteria in the engineering design process, ensuring safety and compliance with NRC regulations.
• Technical Guidance: Provide direction and guidance to engineers on nuclear and non-nuclear physical security design standards, as well as manage and review plant communication systems and component specifications.
• Project Oversight: Manage and ensure the delivery of supplier project data, collaborating with contract administrators for technical reviews of deliverables.
• Continuous Improvement: Engage in continuous learning of nuclear industry best practices and identify opportunities for process enhancement.
• Collaboration: Work cross-functionally with different disciplines, offering technical support in licensing activities associated with Cyber and Physical Security Plans.

Key Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field from an accredited institution, with at least 6 years of direct experience in security digital systems architecture.
• Proven experience in instrumentation and controls digital system development and integration, particularly in the context of nuclear security systems.
• Familiarity with regulatory frameworks and industry standards, including IEEE, IEC, and Nuclear Cyber Security Plans.
• Proficiency in developing and understanding industrial process flow diagrams (PFD) and piping & instrument diagrams (P&ID) is desirable.
• Knowledge of CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks) for design deliverables is a plus.
• Strong technical writing, communication, and presentation skills, with high attention to detail and technical excellence.
• Ability to lead a design team autonomously and effectively manage multiple simultaneous projects.

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