Nuclear Cyber Security Specialist

Idaho National Laboratory • Idaho Falls, ID

22h • $95,256 - $234,336 • Onsite

About The Position

Idaho National Laboratory is hiring a Nuclear Cyber Security Specialist in its National and Homeland Security organization. The role is based at the Research and Education Campus in Idaho Falls and follows a 9x80 schedule, with every other Friday off. The specialist provides nuclear cybersecurity policy and strategic guidance, assesses nuclear power facilities, and develops and delivers training, including hardware mock-up demonstrations. The position involves domestic and international collaboration with government agencies, academia, private-sector partners, and laboratory teams to address technical challenges and advance the security of nuclear systems. It also includes generating ideas for proposals and business development. Frequent domestic and foreign travel is required, sometimes for weeks at a time. The role is posted at Level 3 or Level 4, with placement determined by the depth and breadth of the candidate’s proven experience and skills. It is a testing-designated position requiring a pre-employment drug screen and periodic drug testing.

Requirements

• Level 3: A Bachelor of Science degree in a nuclear-related field (such as nuclear engineering, physics, or electrical engineering) or computer science/cybersecurity, plus 5 years of relevant work experience; alternatively, an advanced degree in the same fields plus 2 years of relevant work experience.
• Level 4: A Bachelor of Science degree in a nuclear-related field (such as nuclear engineering, physics, or electrical engineering) or computer science/cybersecurity, plus 9 years of relevant work experience; alternatively, a master’s degree in the same fields plus 6 years of relevant work experience, or a PhD in the same fields plus 4 years of relevant work experience.
• Relevant experience should include prior national laboratory exposure, such as an internship at INL or another laboratory, and familiarity with nuclear non-proliferation research.
• Must be a U.S. citizen and able to obtain and maintain a DOE Q clearance (equivalent to Top Secret) and SCI access.
• Must be willing and able to travel domestically and internationally, sometimes for weeks at a time.
• Must be able to work under pressure, address multiple complex tasks simultaneously, meet commitments, maintain work quality, and maintain a professional interface.
• Must be able to perform the position’s physical functions, including operating job-related equipment and driving a vehicle, and occasionally lifting or moving up to 35 pounds without assistance.

Responsibilities

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

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Flexible spending accounts
• 401(k) with a 4.2% employer contribution and up to 4.8% match for regular positions
• Paid time off (personal leave)
• Employee Education Program, including tuition assistance for eligible positions
• Comprehensive relocation package

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level