Staff Consultant - Energy and Control Systems Security
Annual Salary Range: $148,550.00 - $237,670.00
Work-Site Type: Remote
ORNL offers a flexible work environment that supports both the organization and the employee. In addition, this position is considered remote-eligible for ORNL in pre-approved locations. Remote-eligibility is not a continued guarantee and could be subject to change based on evolving organizational needs.
Overview:
As a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Science national laboratory, Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) has an extraordinary 80-year history of solving the nation’s biggest problems. We have a dedicated and creative staff of over 6,000 people! Our vision for diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA) is to cultivate an environment and practices that foster diversity in ideas and in the people across the organization, as well as to ensure ORNL is recognized as a workplace of choice. These elements are critical for enabling the execution of ORNL’s broader mission to accelerate scientific discoveries and their translation into energy, environment, and security solutions for the nation.
We are currently seeking qualified applicants for Cyber Intelligence Analyst Staff Consultant for Energy and Control Systems Security (ECSS) in the Cyber Resilience and Intelligence Division. The Staff Consultant position affords the unique opportunity to work on critical national security missions with a group of dedicated R&D professionals and establish ORNL as a premier R&D organization. The ECSS Group researches and develops technologies to address risks within the national critical infrastructure with emphasis on energy, manufacturing, vehicles, and buildings.
Purpose:
This remote position will participate in innovative Research and Development (R&D) for the group that strategically advances science and technology (S&T) consistent with ORNL’s aspiration to be the world’s premier R&D institution and ORNL’s science culture. The Staff Consultant reports to the Group Leader and works closely with the R&D Section Head to direct the scientific vision; establishes capabilities that enable programs to excel at the forefront of science and technology; informs R&D to advance the field of knowledge and/or technology in one’s respective specialty; sets, implements, and models standards for performance of work consistent with Environment, Safety, Security, Health, and Quality (ESH&Q) requirements and business rules; and ensures a diverse and inclusive work environment where every employee feels safe, heard, and appreciated—a workplace that sets an example for the broader community.
Major Duties/Responsibilities:
- Analyze, create, and present intelligence reports relating to cyber physical systems present in critical US infrastructure.
- Lead program development activities through sponsor engagements, preparation of proposals and white papers, participation in workshops, and others.
- Implement plans to bring to bear new opportunities and/or expand existing efforts.
- Exercise scientific integrity in proposing, performing, and communicating research.
- Lead by example to ensure all work is carried out safely, securely, and in compliance with ORNL policies, standards, and procedures.
- Exemplify a commitment to excellence in research, operations, and community engagement, and work cooperatively to leverage scientific capabilities across ORNL.
- Advance the reputation and standing of the group through collaborations, professional society leadership, and involvement.
- All team members deliver ORNL’s mission by aligning behaviors, priorities, and interactions with our core values of Impact, Integrity, Teamwork, Safety, and Service. Promote diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility by fostering a respectful workplace – in how we treat one another, work together, and measure success.
Basic Qualifications:
- A Ph.D. in a field applicable to national security or intelligence analysis and seven (7) years of relevant experience in governmental intelligence analysis. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
- Demonstrated intelligence analysis experience with U.S. critical infrastructure systems, namely resiliency and stability of the electric power grid, cyberphysical vulnerabilities of operational technology (OT) systems, and assessments of implementation difficulty and criticality of vulnerability effects.
- A proven record of report generation in the field of interest.
- Experience leading a team of intelligence analysts or technical liaisons to review and generate intelligence reports.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Working knowledge of OT systems, the U.S. electrical grid, and electric utility structure.
- Experience working with government agencies and industry in increasing electric grid resiliency.
- Experience working with technical teams to direct research areas, define technical goals, and collaborate to generate easily understandable reports by non-technical groups.
- Experience with electric utility interaction, ingestion of technical information, and ability to describe and disseminate complex technical details in easily understood communications.
- Active in professional associations and industry working groups.
Special Requirements:
- Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
- This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Compartmented Information (SCI) clearance from the Department of Energy. As such, this position is a Workplace Substance Abuse (WSAP) testing designated position. WSAP positions require passing a pre-placement drug test and participation in an ongoing random drug testing program. In addition, due the SCI, you may also be subject to random polygraph testing.
Benefits at ORNL:
ORNL offers competitive pay and benefits programs to attract and retain dedicated people! The laboratory offers many employee benefits, including medical and retirement plans and flexible work hours, to help you and your family live happy and healthy.
If you have difficulty using the online application system or need an accommodation to apply due to a disability, please email: ORNLRecruiting@ornl.gov
ORNL is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, are encouraged to apply. UT-Battelle is an E-Verify employer.
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