Senior Cyber Systems Administrator

X-energy; Rockville (MD); On-site; USD 180,000 - 205,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with employer match

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

Life and Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement/Professional Development

Job summary

X-energy in Rockville, Maryland, is seeking a Senior Cyber Systems Administrator to develop and execute cybersecurity strategies supporting plant design. This hands-on role requires over 15 years of experience, focusing on building labs for industrial control systems.

Key responsibilities include executing advanced threat operations, developing threat intelligence, and managing security tools. The ideal candidate will possess advanced cloud technology knowledge and relevant certifications like CISSP or CISA.

Qualifications

• Typically fifteen years combined experience of Cyber Engineering, IT Networking and Operational Technologies required.
• Advanced knowledge and experience managing cybersecurity tools such as NDR, EDR, and SIEM.
• Proficiency in JavaScript, AngularJS, HTML, CSS, and ServiceNow Glide API.

Responsibilities

• Execute the advanced threat hunt operations using known adversary tactics and techniques.
• Develop threat intelligence to detect, respond, and defeat advanced persistent threats (APTs).
• Review data with firewall administrators and engineering to determine the risk of security events.

Skills

Cyber Engineering

IT Networking

Operational Technologies

Cybersecurity Tools (NDR, EDR, SIEM)

Cloud Technologies (AWS, Azure)

Identity and Access Management

Integrating Cybersecurity Tools

Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Machine Learning (ML)

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Relevant cybersecurity certifications (CISSP, CISA, etc.)

Tools

ServiceNow

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

Job Description

X-energy is looking for a Senior Cyber Systems Administrator for the development and execution of cyber security engineering strategies and activities in support of plant design and engineering teams. This is a hands‑on technical position for expert‑level candidates with 15 years' experience or more. This role will focus on building a lab for an industrial control systems environment. Candidates must be able to help lead installation, hardening, and administration of these systems. Knowledge of operational technologies, SIEM set‑up, and building endpoint detection from scratch is vital to this role.

Job Profile Tasks / Responsibilities

• Execute the advanced threat hunt operations using known adversary tactics, techniques, and procedures as well as indicators of attack to detect adversaries.
• Develop threat intelligence to detect, respond, and defeat advanced persistent threats (APTs).
• Develop and produce reports on all activities and incidents to help maintain day‑to‑day status, develop, and report on trends, and provide focus and situational awareness on all issues.
• Identify and remediate control weaknesses.
• Review data with firewall administrators, engineering, system administrators, and other appropriate groups to determine the risk of security events.
• Perform complex (senior‑level) information security analysis work.
• Develop and recommend plans to safeguard computer/server/network configurations and data files against accidental or unauthorized modification, destruction, or disclosure and to meet emergency data processing needs.
• Execute the performance and review of technical risk assessments and new and existing applications.
• Develop and implement systems and procedures to prevent, detect, contain, and correct data security breaches.
• Maintain professional demeanor and behavior at all times in all forms of communication.
• Perform other duties as assigned by manager.

Job Profile Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Typically, fifteen years combined experience of Cyber Engineering, IT Networking and Operational Technologies required.
• Advanced knowledge and experience managing cybersecurity tools such as NDR, EDR, and SIEM.
• Advanced experience with Azure and AWS.
• One or more of the following qualifications is required: Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), GIAC (Global Information Assurance Certification), Certified Incident Handler GCIH, GIAC Certified Penetration Tester (GPEN), Global Industrial Cybersecurity Professional (GICSP) or equivalent.
• Identity and Access Management technologies including Federation, Multi‑Factor Authentication (MFA), and Public Key Infrastructure (PKI).
• Cloud technologies to include AWS, Azure, Docker, Kubernetes, and DevSecOps.
• Networking, Firewall, and software‑defined networking.
• Integration of cybersecurity tools to support an Enterprise level Cybersecurity program.
• Leveraging Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), and Orchestration to secure the environment.
• Knowledge of ServiceNow platform capabilities, modules, and best practices.
• Experience in ServiceNow development and architecture.
• Familiarity with ITIL processes and service management principles.
• Technical skills, including scripting, workflow configuration, and business rule development.
• Ability to independently design and lead complex user interfaces, integrations and workflows.
• Proficiency in JavaScript, AngularJS, HTML, CSS, and ServiceNow Glide API.

Compensation

As required by Maryland and other applicable state law, X Energy, LLC (X-energy) lists the expected compensation range for a publicly advertised job opportunity based upon the job requirements. Individual candidates who meet the job requirements for the posted position will be offered a salary within this range based on their respective levels of education, training, experience, and other qualifications. Salary ranges may vary by office location and region. Please note that compensation ranges listed for U.S. job postings reflect base salary only and do not include benefits or other incentives.

Offer within the posted salary range is commensurate with the individual’s qualifications for the position, internal equity, market data, and room for growth. The salary range for this position is:
Level V: $180,000 to $205,000

Position Job Classification

Full time - Exempt

Benefits

X Energy, LLC offers a robust benefits package that includes a 401(k) plan with an employer match, Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance, Life and Disability Insurance, Paid Time Off, and a Tuition Reimbursement/Professional Development policy that supports the continuing education of employees.

Equal Opportunity

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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Recruiting Process Notice

X-energy conducts a thorough recruiting process and will never issue offers without an interview to discuss qualifications and responsibilities. All applications will be submitted via our company career page: www.x-energy.com/careers/. We will never ask you to provide payment information as part of the recruiting process. If anyone claiming to represent X-energy directs you in a manner otherwise, please contact us at www.x-energy.com/contact-us.