Cybersecurity Researcher

4 weeks ago


Idaho Falls, Idaho, United States Idaho National Laboratory Full time
Job Description

Idaho National Laboratory is seeking a highly skilled Cybersecurity Researcher to join our Cyber Research & Development department. Our team works a 9x80 schedule located out of our UB1 facility in Idaho Falls with every other Friday off. As a Cybersecurity Researcher, you will apply advanced scientific and engineering principles to aid in the analysis, development, and assessment of secure computer systems and networks. You will use vulnerability assessment methodologies to the security policies and mechanisms at customer sites. Your responsibilities will include:

  • Analyzing anomalous/malicious software and hardware firmware/binaries.
  • Determining mitigation techniques and providing assistance and technical solutions for defensive resolution.
  • Determining and assisting others in determining incident response actions and recommending mitigation strategies.
  • Organizing and developing custom code used to analyze network traffic and proprietary protocols, develop attack and defense methodology and code on high-risk computer networks.
  • Developing technical solutions for information operations and analysis related to national security topics intrusion analysis, malware, systems and vulnerabilities, network security, advanced analytic tools, and data visualization techniques.
  • Working with peers, threat analysts, and senior engineers to identify security issues of existing control systems and platforms.
  • Developing algorithms and methods for preventing cyber-attacks.
  • Developing code used to find weaknesses in systems to verify and validate patch effectiveness.
  • Conducting penetration testing and vulnerability assessments. Performing advanced analysis and reverse engineering of suspect source code, including compiled executables.
  • Writing scripts and developing software utilities to automate security analysis efforts. Working with senior program/technical staff plans, conducts assignments and review progress, and evaluates results.

Qualifications:

  • Level 1: Bachelor's degree in any related field in Data/Computer Science or closely related field.
  • Level 2: Bachelor's degree in any related field in Data/Computer Science or closely related field and 2 years of relevant experience.
  • May accept experience in lieu of education commensurate with level (Level 1 position requires 8 years of relevant experience in place of degree; Level 2 requires 10 years of relevant experience in place of degree.
  • Experience in C programming with an ability to code in assembly, Zero Day exploits, and packet level programming.
  • This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy "Q" clearance, which requires US Citizenship.

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.

Idaho National Laboratory 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 MissionOur mission is to discover, demonstrate and secure innovative nuclear energy solutions, other clean energy options and critical infrastructure. INL VisionOur vision is to change the world's energy future and secure our nation's critical infrastructure. Selective Service RequirementsTo 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 OpportunityIdaho 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. Reasonable Accommodation We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation. Other InformationWhen applying to positions please provide a resume and answer all questions on the following screens. Applicants, who fail to provide a resume or answer the questions, may be deemed ineligible for consideration. INL does not accept resumes from third party vendors unsolicited.



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