Does a career focused on changing the world's energy future intrigue you? If so, we might have just the opportunity you're looking for! Idaho National Laboratory’s (INL) is seeking forward-thinking professionals interested in exploring a technical career as a Cyber Security Hunt and Incident Response Team (HIRT) Analyst. You will participate in the real or post-time detection and preliminary diagnosis to determine the extent of the compromise of anomalous and malicious software. Provides on-site incident response services to conduct vulnerability, malware, and digital media analysis. Shares and coordinates vulnerability information and threat analysis through information products and alerts. Determines mitigation techniques, works with others to provide assistance and technical solutions for defensive resolution. Organizes and participates in the development and maintenance of custom code used to analyze network traffic and proprietary protocols, develops attack and defense methodology and code on high risk computer networks. Responsibilities Include: - Work with customers as part of a team to respond to time sensitive and evolving threats in multiple capacities to analyze threat and forensic data. Uses findings and analysis results to design custom mitigation strategies for the customer. The ability to support operational tempo, perform technical work in the field, and effective communication skills (verbal, written) are required skills. - Participates in the development of significant new concepts or novel approaches to Cyber Security. - Implements and maintains high standards for safety, security, environmental compliance and Mission Delivery, and oversees successful project/program execution consistent with INL’s standards and procedures to identify and mitigate risk (cost, schedule and quality). Minimum Requirements: Bachelors degree and 2 years of experience or Advanced degree and 1 years of experience. Preferred degree disciplines are: Computer Science/Engineering, Math, or other technical degree with a strong Computer Science background. Must be a US Citizen and already possess an Active TS or Q clearance. Must have the ability to maintain a "Q" clearance with appropriate sigmas and SCI clearance. Experience with Cyber Security Incident response analysis. Enhances technical proficiency through peer interaction, continuing education and participation in relevant forums. Capable of representing the INL in national working groups, public forums and media interviews. Skill in establishing and developing customer rapport. - Strong understanding of methodologies with Zero Day exploits, advanced cyber security concepts, attack vectors, vulnerabilities and mitigation techniques. - Strong understanding of data recovery, information security assurance, network forensics, digital forensics experience, and malware analysis. - Solid understanding of advanced persistent threat tools, tactics, and procedures. - Experience with Intrusion response, mitigation and intrusion detection methodologies and tools. - Experience leveraging tools such as Splunk, Elk, FTK, Encase, Volatility, Bro and other system/network incident response tools - Strong understanding of Windows based operating systems and development toolsets. - Strong background in networking and computer security concepts, searching and sorting algorithms, decision trees, and/or memory management. - Familiarity with packet level programming. - Experience with Python, C, C , and/or Java programming languages and ability to pick up other languages as needed. - Bash, sh, and/or other *nix and Windows scripting language experience - Familiarity of database (MySQL, SQL, Oracle) architectures and toolsets - Must be willing to travel 20-50% to perform on-site incident response and forensic analysis. - Proficient C programming skills with the ability to code in multiple commonly used languages and assembly as necessary. Job Information - Salary Grade: 190 - Chosen applicants are required to show a demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working environment. - Multi-Level: This is a multi-level posting and the selected candidate will be placed at the appropriate level dependent on depth and breadth of proven experience and skills. INL Overview: INL is a science-based, applied engineering national laboratory dedicated to supporting the U.S. Department of Energy’s mission in nuclear energy research, science, and national defense. With more than 5,000 scientists, researchers, and support staff, the laboratory works with national and international governments, universities and industry partners to discover new science and development technologies that underpin the nation’s nuclear and renewable energy, national security, and environmental missions. INL Mission: Our mission is to discover, demonstrate and secure innovative nuclear energy solutions, other clean energy options and critical infrastructure. INL Vision: Our vision is to change the world’s energy future and secure our nation’s critical infrastructure. Selective Service Requirements: To be eligible for employment at INL men born after December 31, 1959 must have registered with the Selective Service System (SSS). For more information see www.sss.gov. Equal Employment Opportunity: Idaho National Laboratory (INL) is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of INL to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Women and People of Color are strongly encouraged to apply. COVID Safety Protocols: As a condition of employment, Idaho National Laboratory will inquire about COVID vaccination status and expects candidate compliance with all required COVID safety protocols, including mask-wearing as applicable. Idaho National Laboratory has implemented a required vaccination policy effective immediately requiring all new hires must be vaccinated against COVID – 19 as a condition of employment, unless exempt under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, or other applicable state or federal law. In accordance with Idaho National Laboratory’s duty to provide and maintain a workplace that is free of known hazards, we are adopting this policy to safeguard the health of our employees and their families, our customers and visitors, and the community at large from infectious diseases that may be reduced by vaccinations. Reasonable Accommodation: We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation. Other Information: When applying to positions please provide your resume and answer all questions on the following screens. Applicants, who fail to provide a resume or answer the questions, may be deemed ineligible for consideration. Benefits & Salary: We have an extremely competitive salary structure, robust relocation package, and a phenomenal benefits package. For more information, please visit: https://www.inl.gov/careers/benefits-overview/. .
