Overview
The Computing and Information Technology Directorate works to re-imagine how digital technologies can simplify the research experience, enable data-driven insights for decision makers, and accelerate PNNL’s research missions. CIT helps connect staff to systems while enabling a broader research computing ecosystem to improve productivity and provide a sense of community.
Responsibilities
PNNL's Computing & Information Technology Directorate (CITD) enables and accelerates PNNL's research and mission through computing and technology solutions that enable personal productivity and flexible work. The Cybersecurity Group, led by the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) is part of the Cybersecurity & DigitalOps division in CITD, and protects and defends PNNL's systems, networks, data, staff, and reputation from constantly changing and evolving threats and cyber adversaries.
Protecting U.S. residents and visitors is among our nation’s highest priorities. As adversaries gain access to sophisticated technologies and materials, the threats grow more dynamic and complex—from cyber and nuclear to chemical and biological weapons of mass effect and other forms of terrorism. The PNNL national security mission employs our researchers, tools, and technologies to play a key role in advancing the ability to identify and secure nuclear materials, detect weapons of mass effect, manage nonproliferation treaties, secure our nation's borders, and protect critical infrastructures. In support of the Lab’s mission, the Computing and Information Technology Directorate works to re-imagine how digital technologies can simplify the research experience, enable data-driven insights for decision makers, and accelerate PNNL’s research missions. CIT helps connect staff to systems while enabling a broader research computing ecosystem to improve productivity and provide a sense of community.
Who are you?
You are a hands-on and motivated cybersecurity practitioner with a teaming and a cyber governance mindset. You have a passion for career learning and growth in how to mitigate security risk, participating in information security assessments and the prioritizing improvements in our cyber defenses. You can draw on both a keen understanding of cyber adversaries and their tradecraft, as well as leverage data-driven, risk-based security approaches. You have been exposed to developing and delivering engaging training to enhance staff awareness of cyber threats.
What are your Responsibilities?
PNNL’s Cybersecurity Group is looking for an Information System Security Officer (ISSO) to join our team supporting the PNNL Field Intelligence Element (FIE). You must be a motivated and determined contributor who can hit the ground running, quickly integrate, and support your team in technical implementation, supporting your team connected to PNNL's mission and taking pride in ensuring sponsor information systems are operated securely.
As a FIE ISSO, you will play a critical role in ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of classified information systems and data. You will work closely with the PNNL FIE Information System Security Manager in support of various intelligence agencies to implement and maintain robust security measures in accordance with government regulations and organizational policies. PNNL's FIE ISSOs are the front line in the development and maintenance of documentation supporting system security plans leading to the accreditation of systems and networks, executing PNNL's FIE cyber security program implementation as directed, and ensures compliance with DOE management policies.
- Monitors against authorized security control requirements and provides continuous monitoring assessments of the risk represented by system and application configurations or vulnerabilities.
- Leverages data sources to prevent, detect, respond and remediate internal and external attacks or attempts to gain unauthorized access to internal and/or external information, network, or data systems.
- Interprets, analyzes, and executes incident response actions for detected intrusion anomalies and events.
- Ensures all events and anomalies are investigated, documented and reported in accordance with established processes and procedures.
- Conducts system, network, or software vulnerability assessments and penetration testing in accordance with established processes and procedures.
- Manages and operates tools specific and necessary for cyber security operations functions.
- Conducts information risk assessments and supports compliance documentation and system accreditation requirements.
- Interacts with stakeholders and sponsors to ensure technical analyses and generated products are appropriately aligned with mission needs.
- Collaborates with other scientists in innovation efforts that support and further mission requirements.
- Prepares and presents technical and other reports and briefings.
- Performs assessments of open source reporting and situational awareness data feeds to ensure the security of internal and/or external information and technology systems.
- Analyzes cyber threat intelligence from various sources to inform and enable cyber response.
- Evaluates cyber threat indicators and system vulnerabilities and develops assessments, threat profiles and other cyber intelligence products.
- May conduct forensic acquisition and analysis activities in support of cyber intrusion or insider threat investigations.
- May interface with external entities including law enforcement, intelligence and other government organizations and agencies.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications
- BS/BA with 2 years of relevant experience -OR-
- MS/MA
- A degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Assurance, Cybersecurity or a related field.
- Strongly encouraged to have Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) certification or CISSP Associate in good standing
- Experience with Splunk, Wireshark, and Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS).
- Active Federal DOE Clearance
Hazardous Working Conditions/Environment
Not applicable
Additional Information
This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a federal security clearance.
- U.S. Citizenship Required
- Background Investigation: Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified matter in accordance with 10 CFR 710, Appendix B.
- Drug Testing: All Security Clearance positions are Testing Designated Positions, which means that the candidate selected is subject to pre-employment and random drug testing. In addition, applicants must be able to demonstrate non-use of illegal drugs, including marijuana, for the 12 consecutive months preceding completion of the requisite Questionnaire for National Security Positions (QNSP).
Note: Applicants will be considered ineligible for security clearance processing by the U.S. Department of Energy until non-use of illegal drugs, including marijuana, for 12 months can be demonstrated.
Testing Designated Position
This position is a Testing Designated Position (TDP). The candidate selected for this position will be subject to pre-employment and random drug testing for illegal drugs, including marijuana, consistent with the Controlled Substances Act and the PNNL Workplace Substance Abuse Program.
About PNNL
Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) is a world-class research institution powered by a highly educated, diverse workforce committed to the values of Integrity, Creativity, Collaboration, Impact, and Courage. Every year, scores of dynamic, driven people come to PNNL to work with renowned researchers on meaningful science, innovations and outcomes for the U.S. Department of Energy and other sponsors; here is your chance to be one of them!
At PNNL, you will find an exciting research environment and excellent benefits including health insurance, flexible work schedules and telework options. PNNL is located in eastern Washington State—the dry side of Washington known for its stellar outdoor recreation and affordable cost of living. The Lab’s campus is only a 45-minute flight (or ~3-hour drive) from Seattle or Portland, and is serviced by the convenient PSC airport, connected to 8 major hubs.
Commitment to Excellence, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Equal Employment Opportunity
Our laboratory is committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment dedicated to solving critical challenges in fundamental sciences, national security, and energy resiliency. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. In support of this commitment, we encourage people of all racial/ethnic identities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities to apply for employment.
Pacific Northwest National Laboratory considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), protected veteran status, and any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local laws.
We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures and in employment. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, contact us at careers@pnnl.gov.
Drug Free Workplace
PNNL is committed to a drug-free workplace supported by Workplace Substance Abuse Program (WSAP) and complies with federal laws prohibiting the possession and use of illegal drugs.
If you are offered employment at PNNL, you must pass a drug test prior to commencing employment. PNNL complies with federal law regarding illegal drug use. Under federal law, marijuana remains an illegal drug. If you test positive for any illegal controlled substance, including marijuana, your offer of employment will be withdrawn.
HSPD-12 PIV Credential Requirement
In accordance with Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12) and Department of Energy (DOE) Order 473.1A, new employees are required to obtain and maintain a HSPD-12 Personal Identity Verification (PIV) Credential. To obtain this credential, new employees must successfully complete and pass a Federal Tier 1 background check investigation. This investigation includes a declaration of illegal drug activities, including use, supply, possession, or manufacture within the last year. This includes marijuana and cannabis derivatives, which are still considered illegal under federal law, regardless of state laws.
Mandatory Requirements
Please be aware that the Department of Energy (DOE) prohibits DOE employees and contractors from having any affiliation with the foreign government of a country DOE has identified as a “country of risk” without explicit approval by DOE and Battelle. If you are offered a position at PNNL and currently have any affiliation with the government of one of these countries, you will be required to disclose this information and recuse yourself of that affiliation or receive approval from DOE and Battelle prior to your first day of employment.
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Notice to Applicants
PNNL lists the full pay range for the position in the job posting. Starting pay is calculated from the minimum of the pay range and actual placement in the range is determined based on an individual’s relevant job-related skills, qualifications, and experience. This approach is applicable to all positions, with the exception of positions governed by collective bargaining agreements and certain limited-term positions which have specific pay rules.
As part of our commitment to fair compensation practices, we do not ask for or consider current or past salaries in making compensation offers at hire. Instead, our compensation offers are determined by the specific requirements of the position, prevailing market trends, applicable collective bargaining agreements, pay equity for the position type, and individual qualifications and skills relevant to the performance of the position.
Minimum Salary
USD $86,900.00/Yr.
Maximum Salary
USD $138,800.00/Yr.