Description
Idaho National Laboratory is hiring a Senior Cybersecurity to work in our Cyber Operations & Incident Response department. Our team works a 9x80 schedule located out of our UB4 facility with every other Friday off.
Senior Cyber Security Research Engineer. Theorizes, organizes, and participates in the conceptualization and development of custom code used to analyze network traffic and proprietary protocols. Lead attack and defense methodology on high-risk computer networks. You will report to the manager over Cyber Operations and Incident Response.
Responsibilities Include:
- Lead and train junior researchers in developing technical solutions for information operations and analysis related to national security topics including intrusion analysis, systems and vulnerabilities, network security, advanced analytic tools and data visualization techniques and other areas.
- Work with senior engineers and developing junior engineers to identify security issues of existing platforms and applications.
- Develop concepts, algorithms, and methods for preventing network attacks.
- Write code used to find weaknesses in systems to verify patch effectiveness.
- Conduct penetration testing and vulnerability assessments.
- Perform advanced analysis and reverse engineering of multiple types of computer code to identify suspect source code.
- Write scripts and develop software utilities to automate security analysis efforts.
- Work with senior program/technical staff plans, conducts, and manage assignments, reviews progress and evaluate results.
- Provide direct mentoring, assistance, and support to junior staff in their technical growth.
- Work with customers independently or manage teams to develop requirements, produce and test code, and provide necessary documentation.
- Build customer relationships and support customer requests with briefings and papers.
- Work with customers to help identify research results, resolve issues, and help determine next steps.
Minimum Requirements:
- Level 3: Bachelors Degree plus 5 years' relevant experience or Advanced Degree plus 3 years' experience in Computer Science or related degree.
- Level 4: Bachelors Degree plus 8 years' relevant experience or Advanced Degree plus 6 years' experience in Computer Science or related degree.
- Background in performing vulnerability assessments, penetration tests, and red teaming in ICS and embedded system environments.
- Understanding of cybersecurity scenario development, testing generation, and developing and providing training for red teams against ICS and embedded system infrastructure
- Lead, propose, and conduct research and development for cybersecurity on ICS and embedded systems.
- Verifiable experience with Linux, Solaris, and Windows-based operating systems and development tool sets.
- Background in searching and sorting algorithms, decision trees, and memory management.
- Familiarity with Zero Day exploits. Familiarity with packet level programming. Personal (hobby) interest in computers and programming and academic training.
- Familiarity with design and creation of AI algorithms capable of learning and making predictions that define machine learning (ML).
- Preferred degree disciplines are: Computer Science/Engineering, Math, or other technical degree with a Computer Science background.
- This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy "Q" clearance, which requires US Citizenship (Preference for candidates with existing clearance).
Job Information:
- The pay range for this position is: Level 3 - $109,260 min - $223,908 max/Level 4 - $130,980 min - $268,680 max. At Idaho National Laboratory compensation decisions are determined using factors such as education, relevant experience, and other credentials.
- You are required to show a demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working environment.
- 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.
- 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.
Benefits and Relocation
- Medical, Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending Accounts
- 401(k) with a 4.2% employer contribution and up to 4.8% match
- Paid time off (personal leave)
- Employee Education Program (tuition assistance)
- Comprehensive Relocation Package
- Benefit eligibility subject multiple factors, including employment status and position classification.
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 5,000 scientists, researchers, and support staff, the laboratory works with national and international governments, universities and industry partners to discover new science and development technologies that underpin the nation’s nuclear and renewable energy, national security, and environmental missions.
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. Women and People of Color are strongly encouraged to apply.
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