Senior Cyber Security Researcher 3

Overview PNNL is looking for a cyber security researcher who is a thought leader and cyber security domain expert with a proven track record in cyber security solution innovation, who can lead initiatives and teams. A successful candidate is a curious, continually learning cyber security professional who will translate their expertise and passion in the cyber security field to research and solutions that are important to our sponsors and cyber security defenders. Your leadership will enhance an innovation culture in cyber security and find solutions to hard problems in cyber security. Responsibilities Designs and develops new systems, applications, and solutions for external customer's emerging technology and architecture including control systems and mobile technology, cyber systems and networks Ensures system security needs established and maintained for operations development, security requirements definition, security risk assessment, systems analysis, systems design, security test and evaluation, certification and accreditation, systems hardening, vulnerability testing and scanning, incident response, disaster recovery, and business continuity planning and provides analytical support for security policy development and analysis Applies scientific rigor to contribute to greater understanding of the cyber security domain. Helps define, describe, and predict behavior for discoveries in cyber systems Conceives and develops hypotheses, new methods, techniques or approaches to address critical cyber security technical problems May interface as a cyber security domain expert with external entities including law enforcement, intelligence and other government organizations and agencies; Leader and/or key contributor of technical initiatives, teams and projects The ideal candidate will be: A seasoned, experienced professional with a full understanding of area of specialization(s) in cyber security; considered a journeyman in the career field; Is emerging or has emerged as a recognized subject mater expert in cyber security Able to manage small to moderate projects and/or major project tasks with little or no instruction; integrates intellectual and technical capabilities of work teams. Enhances technical/professional skills of junior staff through active recruitment, mentoring and training; is a role model and thought leader in cyber security Generates ideas for new proposals and research and participates in business development activities Fully applies and interprets most standard theories, principles, methods, tools and technologies in the cyber security domain. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications BS/BA with 5 years of experience MS/MA with 3 years of experience PhD with 1 year of experience Preferred Qualifications: Master’s degree with 3–6 years of relevant experience JD or PhD with 1–3 years of relevant experience Experience and expertise in designing or implementing secure architectures, software, systems and networks Experience and expertise in penetrating testing, operational red teaming and adversary emulation Experience and expertise in control systems (ICS, SCADA, DCS, etc.) and operational technology (OT), Internet of Things (IoT) security – design, deployment and hardening Experience and expertise as a cyber intelligence analyst, incident responder or forensic investigator Experience in multiple cyber security domains such as security and risk management, identity and access management, security engineering, business continuity/resilience, compliance, cryptography, application/software security, security operations, etc. Demonstrated engineering skills and/or professional publications in the field of cyber security Advanced level knowledge in computer science, cyber security, and data analysis Experience with software engineering, experiment/study design, and applying ML/statistical aproaches Must have demonstrated interpersonal skills and the ability to interface with clients and laboratory scientific staff and management Hazardous Working Conditions/Environment Not applicable Additional Information This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a federal security clearance. Requirements: U.S. Citizenship Background Investigation: Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified matter in accordance with 10 CFR 710, Appendix B. Drug Testing: All Security Clearance positions are Testing Designated Positions, which means that the candidate selected is subject to pre-employment and random drug testing. In addition, applicants must be able to demonstrate non-use of illegal drugs, including marijuana, for the 12 consecutive months preceding completion of the requisite Questionnaire for National Security Positions (QNSP). Note: Applicants will be considered ineligible for security clearance processing by the U.S. Department of Energy until non-use of illegal drugs, including marijuana, for 12 months can be demonstrated. Testing Designated Position This position is a Testing Designated Position (TDP). The candidate selected for this position will be subject to pre-employment and random drug testing for illegal drugs, including marijuana, consistent the Controlled Substances Act and the PNNL Workplace Substance Abuse Program. About PNNL Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) is a world-class research institution powered by a highly educated, diverse workforce committed to the values of Integrity, Creativity, Collaboration, Impact, and Courage. Every year, scores of dynamic, driven people come to PNNL to work with renowned researchers on meaningful science, innovations and outcomes for the U.S. Department of Energy and other sponsors; here is your chance to be one of them! At PNNL, you will find an exciting research environment and excellent benefits including health insurance, flexible work schedules and telework options. PNNL is located in eastern Washington State—the dry side of Washington known for its stellar outdoor recreation and affordable cost of living. The Lab’s campus is only a 45-minute flight (or ~3 hour drive) from Seattle or Portland, and is serviced by the convenient PSC airport, connected to 8 major hubs. Commitment to Excellence, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Equal Employment Opportunity Our laboratory is committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment dedicated to solving critical challenges in fundamental sciences, national security, and energy resiliency. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. In support of this commitment, we encourage people of all racial/ethnic identities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities to apply for employment. Pacific Northwest National Laboratory considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), protected veteran status, and any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local laws. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures and in employment. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, contact us at [email protected]. Drug Free Workplace PNNL is committed to a drug-free workplace supported by Workplace Substance Abuse Program (WSAP) and complies with federal laws prohibiting the possession and use of illegal drugs. Mandatory Requirements Battelle requires employees to have a COVID-19 vaccine as a condition of employment, subject to accommodation. Applicants are required to disclose their vaccination status following a conditional offer of employment and must attest to being fully vaccinated with a Center for Disease Control (CDC)-approved COVID-19 vaccination, or provide documentation of need for medical or religious exemption from the COVID-19 vaccination requirement.