Pacific Northwest National Laboratory · 1 day ago
Senior Research Scientist – Telecommunications Cybersecurity
United States
Full-time
Remote
Mid, Senior Level
$167K/yr - $275K/yr
3+ years expPacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) is a world-class research institution focused on scientific research and energy systems. They are seeking a Senior Research Scientist in Telecommunications Cybersecurity to lead advanced research in secure communications and grid cybersecurity, while contributing to the resilience of critical infrastructure communications.
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Responsibilities
Lead and propose projects with goals such as preventing unauthorized access, monitoring network traffic for anomalies, and implementing complementary communications security methods
Contribute to industry engagement and training, including collaboration with telecom providers, regulators, vendors, and utilities
Leveraging expertise in timing systems to accelerate delivery on Positioning, Navigation, and Timing projects
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to advance cybersecurity research and the application of standards in advanced grid technology areas such as secure communications
Lead development of documentation and publications supporting the research
Qualification
Required
BS/BA and 7+ years of relevant work experience -OR-
MS/MA and 5+ years of relevant work experience -OR-
PhD with 3+ year of relevant experience
Preferred
Familiarity with critical infrastructure protection, grid modernization, and telecommunications security
Extensive experience developing standards-based cybersecurity programs across multiple organizations (e.g., utilities, national laboratories, private sector)
Deep technical expertise in telecommunications cybersecurity, grid cybersecurity, and timing systems
Experience engaging with industry stakeholders and regulatory bodies
Proven ability to lead research projects, develop use cases, and deliver technical solutions in complex environments
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including experience producing technical documentation and white papers
Benefits
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Robust telehealth care options
Several mental health benefits
Free wellness coaching
Health savings account
Flexible spending accounts
Basic life insurance
Disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Business travel insurance
Tuition assistance
Relocation
Backup childcare
Legal benefits
Supplemental parental bonding leave
Surrogacy and adoption assistance
Fertility support
Company-funded pension plan
401 (k) savings plan with company match
Up to 120 vacation hours per year
Ten paid holidays per year
Company
Pacific Northwest National Laboratory
Pacific Northwest National Laboratory operates as a government research laboratory.
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
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US Department of Energy
2022-07-14Grant
2018-07-16Grant
Leadership Team
Allison Campbell
Associate Laboratory Director for Earth and Biological Sciences
Deborah Gracio
Laboratory Director
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