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Zachry Nuclear Engineering, Inc.

Cyber Security Specialist I

Posted One Month Ago
In-Office
Charlotte, NC, USA
Entry level
In-Office
Charlotte, NC, USA
Entry level
Performs cybersecurity implementation and assessment activities for nuclear power plant upgrades and projects. Responsibilities include developing critical digital asset lists, conducting assessments, walkdowns, testing, and technical presentations; preparing specifications and modification packages; defining design criteria; selecting equipment; and configuring and testing digital devices. Requires collaboration with engineering teams, compliance with NRC regulations and nuclear industry standards, client-site travel, and maintenance of unescorted nuclear plant access.
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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

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

Experience 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.

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