Nuclear Cyber Security Specialist

Battelle Energy Alliance; Idaho Falls (ID); On-site; USD 95,000 - 234,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) with employer match

Education assistance

Relocation package

Paid time off

Job summary

Idaho National Laboratory seeks a Nuclear Cyber Security Specialist to advance security of nuclear systems on a 9x80 schedule at the Research and Education Campus in Idaho Falls. You will deliver training with hardware demos, provide policy guidance, and conduct cyber assessments for nuclear facilities.

Expect domestic and international travel while collaborating with government, academia, and industry. Multi-level postings require adapting to Level 3 or Level 4 responsibilities, with clearances

Qualifications

• Level 3: BS in nuclear-related fields or CS/cyber security with 5 years experience, or advanced degree with 2 years experience.
• Level 4: BS in nuclear fields or CS/cyber security with 9 years experience, MS with 6 years, or PhD with 4 years.
• Relevant experience including national lab exposure, internships at INL or another lab, familiarity with nuclear non-proliferation research.
• US Citizen and ability to obtain DOE Q clearance (Top Secret) plus SCI access.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally, sometimes for weeks.
• Ability to work under pressure addressing multiple complex tasks.

Responsibilities

• Present cyber security-related training courses with content and hardware demonstrations.
• Provide nuclear cyber policy guidance and strategic cybersecurity guidance for partners.
• Conduct cyber assessments of nuclear power facilities.
• Travel domestically and internationally.
• Collaborate with senior staff in virtual teams; mentor others.
• Participate in intra- and inter-laboratory teams and partnerships to address technical challenges.
• Collaborate with government agencies, academia, and private sector to meet project goals.
• Generate ideas for new proposals and business development.

Job description

Idaho National Laboratory is hiring a Nuclear Cyber Security Specialist to work in our National and Homeland Security organization. Our team works a 9x80 schedule located at our Research and Education Campus in Idaho Falls with every other Friday off.

In this role you'll provide nuclear cyber policy guidance, conduct cybersecurity assessments of nuclear power facilities, and develop and deliver training content with hardware demonstrations. You'll collaborate with government agencies, academia, and private sector partners to address technical challenges in nuclear cybersecurity, generate new business development ideas, and contribute to laboratory teams advancing the security of nuclear systems both domestically and internationally.

Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities:

• Present cyber security-related training courses, develop content, and hardware mock-up demonstrations for use in courses.
• Provide nuclear cyber-related policy guidance. Provide strategic guidance for cybersecurity to partners in the nuclear arena.
• Conduct cyber assessments of nuclear power facilities.
• Frequent domestic and foreign travel.
• Collaboration, mentorship, and supervision from more senior staff in a virtual team environment.
• Participate in intra- and inter-laboratory teams and partnerships to address technical challenges in nuclear cyber security.
• Collaborate and partner with other government agencies, academia, and private sector companies to achieve project goals.
• Generate ideas for new proposals and business development opportunities.

Required:

• Level 3: Bachelor of Science degree in nuclear-related fields of study (e.g., nuclear engineering, physics, electrical engineering, etc.) or computer science/cyber security and 5 years of relevant work experience, or an advanced degree in the same fields and 2 years of relevant work experience.
• Level 4: Bachelor of Science degree in nuclear-related fields of study (e.g., nuclear engineering, physics, electrical engineering, etc.) or computer science/cyber security and 9 years of relevant work experience, a Master's degree in the same fields and 6 years of relevant work experience, or a PhD in the same fields and 4 years of relevant work experience..
• Relevant experience to include prior national laboratory exposure, such as internships at INL or another lab, and familiarity with nuclear non-proliferation research.
• U.S. Citizen and the ability to obtain and maintain a DOE Q clearance (equivalent to Top Secret) plus SCI access.
• Must be willing and able to travel both domestically and internationally, sometimes for weeks at a time.
• Must be able to work under pressure, simultaneously addressing multiple complex tasks to meet commitments while maintaining the quality of work and a professional interface.

Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this classification, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, bend, and work in an office and laboratory environment. The job requires hand/finger dexterity to keyboard or type, handle materials, manipulate tools, and reach with hands and arms. The job requires operation of job-related equipment and driving a vehicle. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 35 pounds without assistance. Sufficient visual acuity and hearing capacity to perform the essential functions and interact with people is required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Job Information:

• The pay range for this position is: Level 3 ($95,256 - $195,288) / Level 4 ($114,360 - $234,336). At Idaho National Laboratory compensation decisions are determined using factors such as education, relevant experience, and other credentials.
• Multi-Level: This is a multi-level posting and you will be placed at the appropriate level dependent on depth and breadth of proven experience and skills.
• TDP: This is a testing designated position; you will be required to submit to a pre-employment drug screen and periodic drug testing throughout the term of your employment.

Benefits and Relocation

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) with a 4.2% employer contribution and up to 4.8% match (regular positions) or self-contribute access (postdoctoral positions)
• Paid time off (personal leave)
• Employee Education Program (tuition assistance for eligible positions)
• Comprehensive Relocation Package
• Benefit eligibility subject to multiple factors, including employment status and position classification.

At this time, BEA will not sponsor any H1-B visas obtained outside of the United States of America (U.S.A.), including consular visas.

INL is a science-based, applied engineering national laboratory dedicated to supporting the U.S. Department of Energy's mission in nuclear energy research, science, and national defense. With more than 6,300 scientists, researchers, and support staff, the laboratory works with national and international governments, universities and industry partners to change the world's energy future and secure our nation's critical infrastructure.

INL Mission:

Our mission is to discover, demonstrate and secure innovative nuclear energy solutions, other clean energy options and critical infrastructure.

INL Vision:

Our vision is to change the world's energy future and secure our nation's critical infrastructure.

Selective Service Requirements:

To be eligible for employment at INL males born after December 31, 1959 must have registered with the Selective Service System (SSS). For more information see www.sss.gov.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Idaho National Laboratory (INL) is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of INL to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Reasonable Accommodation:

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