Cyber Security Specialist I

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Professional Services • Energy • Utilities • Industrial
The Role
Supports cybersecurity implementation and assessment activities for nuclear power plant upgrades and projects. Responsibilities include developing critical digital asset lists and assessments, conducting cybersecurity walkdowns and testing, preparing technical specifications and modification packages, configuring digital devices, and presenting findings to assessment teams. Requires collaboration with engineering teams, knowledge of nuclear industry standards and NRC regulations, occasional client-site travel, nuclear facility access, and the ability to pass security and drug screening.
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Individual will be relied upon to perform a variety of cyber security implementation and/or assessment activities involving power plant upgrades and/or new power plant projects. The individual will assist with planning, organizing, and preparing all activities related to cyber security when modifications are made at nuclear power facilities.  This includes the development of DA/CDA lists, CDA assessments, performance of cyber security walkdowns, cyber security testing, and Cyber Security Assessment Team (CSAT) presentations.  The individual will become familiar with codes and standards applicable to the nuclear power industry as well as possess a working knowledge of applicable NRC regulations. Typical activities include developing specifications and/or modification packages, defining design scope, developing design criteria documents, identifying, and selecting equipment, and configuration and testing of digital devices. The individual must be able to work on project teams with other engineers to evaluate conditions as well as proposed modifications which will improve plant performance, safety, and reliability. The individual will receive close supervision on unusual or difficult problems and general review of all aspects of work.

Responsibilities

eEducation Required (minimum): BS in Computer Science or equivalent. Cyber Certifications with additional experience will also be considered

EExperience Required (minimum): 0 to 2 years of experience in an engineering environment. Knowledge of cyber security concepts is required.

Qualifications

Other Required Qualifications (minimum): All applicants must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills and can effectively present technical topics. Proficient with Microsoft Office software; Word, Excel, Visio, PowerPoint, etc. as well as competency in software applications for email and databases. Effective time management skills are required. Ability to pass security and drug screening and maintain unescorted nuclear plant access is required. Successful candidate will be required to understand and comply with company policies, procedures and processes. Overtime work is required. Travel is required to client sites with occasional periods of field/office work. 

Desired Qualifications: MS in Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, or Computer Engineering. Holds a current qualification to write cyber security assessments [e.g., Cyber Security Specialist (CSS)] with an existing licensed nuclear facility.  Currently badged and is a member of a critical group of an existing licensed nuclear facility.

Submittal Requirements: Resume and cover letter are to be emailed to [email protected].

 

Posting Requirements: This posting will be available from the Posted Date to the Removal Date period. Resumes received after the Removal Date (noted above) will not be considered.

Note: Relocation assistance is not available for this position. 

Skills Required

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent
  • Cybersecurity concepts knowledge
  • 0 to 2 years of experience in an engineering environment
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to present technical topics effectively
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Visio, and PowerPoint
  • Competency with email and database software
  • Effective time management skills
  • Ability to pass security and drug screening
  • Ability to maintain unescorted nuclear plant access
  • Ability to work overtime
  • Willingness to travel to client sites
  • Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, or Computer Engineering
  • Current qualification to write cybersecurity assessments, such as Cyber Security Specialist certification
  • Current badge and critical-group membership at an existing licensed nuclear facility
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The Company
HQ: San Antonio, TX
77 Employees

What We Do

Zachry Nuclear Engineering, Inc. provides comprehensive engineering, design, and project management services for the nuclear industry. The company supports the modification of existing nuclear power plants and the development of new facilities, including small modular reactors. With over 50 years of experience, it offers expertise in electrical, mechanical, structural, and controls engineering, as well as turnkey construction and maintenance services.

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