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Zachry Nuclear Engineering, Inc.

Cyber Security Specialist VI

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Charlotte, NC, USA
Mid level
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Charlotte, NC, USA
Mid level
Perform cybersecurity implementation and assessment for power plant upgrades and new projects. Tasks include developing DA/CDA lists and assessments, conducting cyber security walkdowns and testing, preparing CSAT presentations, and creating specifications and design documents. Requires familiarity with nuclear codes, NRC regulations, configuration and testing of digital devices, and the ability to lead cyber work on nuclear projects. Travel to client sites and field/office work required.
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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 nuclear projects. 

Responsibilities

Position Synopsis: 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 nuclear projects. 


 

Qualifications

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

Experience in an engineering environment. Knowledge of cyber security concepts in the nuclear industry is required. 3 years of experience at a working with plant systems training specific to the site in performing cyber documentation for critical digital assets. Capable of being responsible and leading cyber work for associated design engineering projects. Leading and representing ZNE at CSATs andproject team meetings involving cyber decisions and deliverables. Has performed cyber security walkdowns during implementation phase of projects. Has previously held a Cyber Security Specialist (CSS) qualification at a nuclear facility.


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.

 

Certain positions at Zachry Nuclear may involve access to information and technology subject to export controls under U.S. law. If applicable to the position, the capability of a candidate to comply with such laws will be taken into consideration by Zachry Nuclear in its hiring processes.

Zachry Nuclear Engineering, Inc. maintains a drug free workplace.

Zachry Nuclear Engineering, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled 


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