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National Laboratory of the Rockies · 21 hours ago

Cyber Threat Analysis Researcher I

CO - Golden

Full-time

Hybrid

New Grad, Entry Level

$77K/yr - $126K/yr

The National Laboratory of the Rockies (NLR) is focused on accelerating energy innovation through research and systems integration. The Cyber Threat Analysis Researcher I will perform hands-on technical research and assessments, collaborating with various teams to enhance cybersecurity for renewable energy infrastructure.

Clean EnergyCleanTechEnergyRenewable Energy

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Create and support threat emulation plans in relation to current threat actor campaigns

Collaborate with colleagues to develop and deploy complex virtual environments including communications, power systems, hardware-in-the-loop and security technologies

Coordinate with NLR cyber range team to ensure virtual environment network connectivity, operation, and reliability

Assist analysis and reporting team in the creation of deliverables to appropriate sponsors

Create memos, hunting guides and other communication vehicles in support of the ETAC

Qualification

Linux system administrationDocker configurationIndustrial Control Systems knowledgeProgramming in C/C++/Python/GoModelingSimulation toolsContinuous IntegrationDeploymentAgile management softwareELK stack knowledgeCommunication skillsCollaboration skillsProblem-solving skills

Required

Relevant Bachelor's Degree

Limited use and application of engineering principles, theories and concepts

Good written and verbal communication skills

Ability to use various computer software programs

Linux system administration

Experience with Docker configuration and administration including creation of Docker images

Experience with modeling and simulation tools

Knowledge of Industrial Control Systems Cybersecurity principles

Programming in C/C++/Python/Go

Knowledge of Industrial Control Systems protocols

Knowledge of Continuous Integration and Deployment processes

DOE Q or TS & SCI clearance: Must be able to obtain and maintain a DOE security clearance at the DOE (Q) and SCI access or DoD (TS) and SCI level. SCI access may require a polygraph examination

Preferred

Experience supporting Continuous Integration and Deployment processes using DevOps tools such as Jenkins, GitHub and/or GitLab Actions and Projects

Knowledge of git version control, semantic versioning and Git release processes

Experience building and deploying Docker containers using Docker-Compose and/or Kubernetes

Experience using agile management software (e.g., Jira)

Experience and knowledge using ELK stack

Knowledge of energy system security principles

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Short- and long-term disability insurance

Pension benefits

403(b) Employee Savings Plan with employer match

Life and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance

Personal time off (PTO) and sick leave

Paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Company

National Laboratory of the Rockies

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The U.S. Department of Energy's primary national laboratory for energy systems research and development.

Founded in 1977

Golden, Colorado, USA

1001-5000 employees

http://www.nrel.gov

Funding

Current Stage

Late Stage

Total Funding

$166.09M

Key Investors

US Department of EnergyARPA-E

2024-09-04Grant

2023-09-21Grant· $1M

2023-05-22Grant· $150M

Leadership Team

Clay Sumner

Deputy Chief Financial Officer

Jennifer L.

Chief Financial Officer

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