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Sandia National Laboratories · 1 day ago

Cleared Senior/Principal R&D Computer Engineer, Onsite

Albuquerque, NM

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$114K/yr - $228K/yr

5+ years exp

Sandia National Laboratories is the nation’s premier science and engineering lab for national security and technology innovation, with a focus on cutting-edge work. They are seeking a Cleared Senior/Principal R&D Computer Engineer to lead a team in managing and enhancing surveillance infrastructure to ensure the security and integrity of systems related to the U.S. nuclear weapons stockpile.

GovernmentInformation TechnologyNational Security

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Serve as the Information System Security Officer (ISSO): Develop and Implement comprehensive security plans that safeguard our infrastructure and data, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations

Lead Strategic Initiatives: Drive projects aimed at enhancing our capabilities, collaborating with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for innovation and improvement

Act as a Subject Matter Expert (SME): Provide expert guidance on the utilization of our infrastructure while actively participating in various projects and committees, leveraging your expertise to influence and shape the future of our technology landscape

Develop and Maintain Applications: Design and implement applications for ISE surveillance, ensuring they meet user needs and enhance operational efficiency

Oversee ISSO duties: Related to the networks operated and developed by the team to ensure compliance with established protocols while enhancing the overall security posture, which requires a robust understanding of cybersecurity principles and practices

Qualification

Cybersecurity controls implementationComputer systems designSoftware developmentProgramming languagesIT infrastructure managementReal-time processing systemsProject managementInterpersonal skillsActive DOE Q clearanceLeadership experienceCritical thinkingCreative thinkingWork independently

Required

A bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline and five (5) years of directly relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of directly relevant education and engineering or scientific experience that demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform independent research and development

Ability to obtain and maintain a required US DOE Q-level security clearance

Preferred

Graduate degree in Computer Engineering or a highly related field where an independent research project was a graduation requirement (e.g., independent project, thesis, or dissertation)

Demonstrated ability to execute and deliver technical work products with application of appropriate rigor and pedigree documentation (design/code reviews, technical oversight/approvals, project team concurrence, artifact generation, etc.)

Experience in computer systems design and software development for real-time and embedded processing systems, distributed processing systems, or real-time client server implementations

Familiarity with hardware/software requirements generation for verification, validation and qualification

Demonstrated interpersonal skills and ability to work in a multidisciplinary, multi-disciplinary team setting for a common purpose

Proven experience in managing IT infrastructure, troubleshooting complex systems, and developing networks tailored to unique customer requirements

In-depth knowledge of cybersecurity controls implementation and security plan development, with strong familiarity in network technologies, Linux, and Windows systems

Demonstrated leadership experience with the ability to effectively motivate and manage diverse teams across multiple disciplines and departments

Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, C++, and scripting, including web technologies

Proven experience in project management, successfully guiding initiatives from inception to completion

Strong critical and creative thinking abilities, with a proven capacity to analyze complex problems and develop innovative solutions

Demonstrated ability to operate independently and make informed decisions in a fast-paced environment

Active DOE Q clearance or equivalent