Junior Cyber Applied Mathematician

Battelle delivers when others can’t. We conduct research and development, manage national laboratories, design and manufacture products and deliver critical services for our clients—whether they are a multi-national corporation, a small start-up or a government agency.

Do not wait to apply after reading this description a high application volume is expected for this opportunity.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

Job Summary

Battelle’s Cyber Trust and Analytics Department in Beavercreek/Dayton, Ohio is seeking a Junior Cyber Applied Mathematician to join our multi-disciplinary team, bringing together the brightest minds ranging from Physics to Computer Science, and Electrical Engineering. The team works to develop, evaluate, and test unique physical and embedded security solutions for our government.

As a Cyber Applied Mathematician II at Battelle you will have the opportunity to hone your skills analyzing hard mathematical problems that arise from physical and software systems. Daily activities include mathematical analysis, algorithm implementation, and developing mathematical models in close collaboration with engineers and scientists.

Responsibilities
Collaborate to design and implement of machine learning, data mining, data fusion, and data engineering techniques applied to cyber security problems
Learn and become fluent in the details of security related domains to devise data driven solutions – this can range from software fuzzing to micro-electronic supply chain analysis
Improve existing techniques to solve hardware security problems
Identify and articulate strengths and weaknesses of solutions, conclusions, and problem approaches during technical discussions.
Prioritize and complete structured assignments with mentoring from senior staff. May seek guidance in subsequent tasking.

Key Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field (Statistics, Physics, Computer Science, Mathematics, Electrical Engineering, or similar).
Interest in one or more of the following areas:
Algebra or Number Theory
Cryptology
Theoretical Computer Science, especially Quantum Computing
Theory of Machine Learning (especially deep and reinforcement learning)
Numerical Analysis or High-Performance Computing
Symbolic Computation or Solvers
Dynamical Systems / Control Theory
Discrete Mathematics, especially Graph Theory
Signal or Image Processing
Working knowledge of Python.
Excitement about learning new technical subject areas and curiosity about cyber security problems.
Must be a US citizen and able to maintain / obtain a Top-Secret Clearance.

Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in a related field with 5 years of experience, or a PhD with 2 years of experience, or an equivalent combination of educations and/or experience in a related field.
Experience with deep learning methods and with microelectronic design workflow
Electronics bench skills such as digital and analog test & measurement
Ability to generate verification test benches for simulating and validating microelectronic designs
Experience in vulnerability analysis for either software or hardware
Understanding of VHDL and/or Verilog hardware description languages.
Familiarity with compiled languages like C, C++, or rust
Familiarity with shell scripting languages like bash, zsh, or csh

Benefits: Live an Extraordinary Life
We care about your well-being, not just on the job. Battelle offers comprehensive and competitive benefits to help you live your best life.

Balance life through a compressed work schedule: Most of our team follows a flexible, compressed work schedule that allows for every other Friday off—giving you a dedicated day to accomplish things in your personal life without using vacation time.
Take time to recharge: You get paid time off to support work-life balance and keep motivated.
Prioritize wellness: Stay healthy with medical, dental, and vision coverage with wellness incentives and benefits plus a variety of optional supplemental benefits.
Better together: Coverage for partners, gender-affirming care and health support, and family formation support.
Build your financial future: Build financial stability with an industry-leading 401(k) retirement savings plan. For most employees, we put in 5 percent whether you contribute or not, and match your contributions on top of that.
Advance your education: Tuition assistance is available to pursue higher education.
Flexible work arrangements: You have options for where you work and when you work.

A Work Environment Where You Succeed
For brilliant minds in science, technology, engineering and business operations, Battelle is the place to do the greatest good by solving humanity’s most pressing challenges and creating a safer, healthier and more secure world.

You will have the opportunity to thrive in a culture that inspires you to:

Apply your talent to challenging and meaningful projects
Receive select funding to pursue ideas in scientific and technological discovery
Collaborate with world-class experts in an inclusive environment
Nurture and develop the next generation of scientific leaders
Give back to and improve our communities

Vaccinations & Safety Protocols

Battelle may require employees, based on job duties, work location, and/or its clients’ requirements to follow certain safety protocols and to be vaccinated against a variety of viruses, bacteria, and diseases as a condition of employment and continued employment and to provide documentation that they are fully vaccinated. If applicable, Battelle will provide reasonable accommodations based on a qualified disability or medical condition through the Americans with Disabilities Act or the Rehabilitation Act or for a sincerely held religious belief under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (and related state laws).

Battelle is an equal opportunity employer. We provide employment and opportunities for advancement, compensation, training, and growth according to individual merit, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, genetic information, disability, veteran-status veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable Federal, state, or local law. Our goal is for each staff member to have the opportunity to grow to the limits of their abilities and to achieve personal and organizational objectives. We will support positive programs for equal treatment of all staff and full utilization of all qualified employees at all levels within Battelle.

The above statements are intended to describe the nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, activities and skills required of staff members. No statement herein is intended to imply any authorities to commit Battelle unless special written permission is granted by Battelle's Legal Department.

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