Oak Ridge National Laboratory · 5 hours ago
Computer Scientist
Oak Ridge, TN
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expOak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) is a U.S. Department of Energy national laboratory focused on addressing the nation’s most pressing challenges. They are seeking a Computer Scientist or Engineer specializing in Vulnerability Research to support national security agendas and improve tools for identifying vulnerabilities in critical systems.
Advanced MaterialsClean EnergyEnergyEnergy ManagementManufacturingNuclearRenewable Energy
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Support national security agendas as they relate to the identification and mitigation of software vulnerabilities used in defense, energy, and critical infrastructure assets
Research, develop and improve tools and techniques used to identify and mitigate vulnerabilities in critical systems
Maintain awareness and understanding of cyber security research and events
Contribute material to reports generated for project sponsors
Assist in the development of research proposals related to vulnerability science
Promote ORNL/partners cyber security research and development capabilities as they apply to the national security community
Present material and provide advice to technical audiences, leadership and sponsors on cyber security issues, research, and programs
Identify and articulate ORNL capabilities and customer requirements to internal and external technical audiences, leadership, and sponsors
Deliver ORNL's mission by aligning behaviors, priorities, and interactions with our core values of Impact, Integrity, Teamwork, Safety, and Service
Qualification
Required
Requires a bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, or related field and a fundamental understanding of cyber security principles, tools, and operational applications with at least 5-7 years of experience
This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Compartmented Information (SCI) clearance from the Department of Energy
WSAP positions require passing a pre-placement drug test and participation in an ongoing random drug testing program
Due the SCI, you may also be subject to random polygraph testing
Please submit two letters of reference when applying to this position
Preferred
Current experience writing software. Most relevant languages: C, C++, Python, and Java
Basic binary literacy is important. This includes understanding how software is architected, language characteristics, binary formats, and operating systems
Familiarity with static and dynamic binary analysis techniques (e.g., fuzzing) and reverse engineering (e.g., Ghidra or Ida Pro)
Experience auditing source code and disassembly a plus
Familiarity with embedded systems preferred
Prior use and familiarity with web or network-related tools, e.g., burpsuite and wireshark a plus
Demonstrated desire and ability to acquire new knowledge and learn new skills
Demonstrated interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
Ability to develop plans to address complex problems, be proactive, work independently, and contribute to a larger team
Participation in capture-the-flag events, or cyber challenge events a plus
Ability to function well in a fast-paced research environment, set priorities to accomplish multiple tasks within deadlines, and adapt to ever changing needs
Benefits
Prescription Drug Plan
Dental Plan
Vision Plan
401(k) Retirement Plan
Contributory Pension Plan
Life Insurance
Disability Benefits
Generous Vacation and Holidays
Parental Leave
Legal Insurance with Identity Theft Protection
Employee Assistance Plan
Flexible Spending Accounts
Health Savings Accounts
Wellness Programs
Educational Assistance
Relocation Assistance
Employee Discounts
Company
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Oak Ridge National Laboratory holds a range of R&D assignments, from fundamental nuclear physics to applied R&D on advanced energy systems.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$9.8MKey Investors
US Department of Energy
2023-09-21Grant· $4.8M
2023-07-27Grant
2022-03-14Grant· $5M
Leadership Team
Arjun Shankar
Division Director, National Center for Computational Sciences, Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Brett Ellis
Division Director - Research Computing Support
Recent News
2026-01-22
2026-01-17
2026-01-17
Company data provided by crunchbase