X-energy is seeking an experienced OT/ICS Security Engineer III to join their team in Oak Ridge, TN. This role focuses on integrating cybersecurity within Operational Technologies and Industrial Control Systems for a Triso-X fuel manufacturing plant. Key responsibilities include developing and reviewing threat assessments, managing cybersecurity tools, and ensuring compliance with federal requirements for critical infrastructure protection. Ideal candidates possess a strong background in OT cybersecurity architecture, NIST framework capabilities, and experience with specific security tools and firewalls.
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Benefits & Perks
Job Description
Position: OT/ICS Security Engineer
Salary Range: Engineer III: $126,000- $161,000
Benefits: Robust benefits package that includes a 401K plan with %5 employer match,
Medical/Dental /Vision Insurance, Life and Disability Insurance, 20 days universal leave, Tuition Reimbursement.
Relocation: Financial assistance available for qualified candidates.
Location: Oak Ridge, TN (outside of Knoxville)
Travel Expectations: potential 10% for project assignment or headquarters visit
Hours: 8:00am-5:00pm Monday through Friday
Work Site Expectations: 5 days a week in office
Job Description:
Be a part of the nuclear renaissance! X-energy is looking for a Security Engineer with a strong background in the integration of cyber security within Operational Technologies and Industrial Control Systems. A GICSP certification is preferred for this role as well as experience with Fortinet Firewalls. This role will support a Triso-X fuel manufacturing plant.
Job Minimum Qualifications:
- In-depth knowledge of OT cybersecurity architecture supports various components of NIST cybersecurity framework capabilities, such as cybersecurity engineering, vulnerability management, identity management, threat intel, prediction and detection, as well as response and recovery.
- Typically, five plus years of progressive experience in cybersecurity, network security, or related experience.
- Must have direct knowledge and experience managing cybersecurity tools such as NDR, EDR, and SIEM.
- Experience with Fortnet Firewalls preferred.
- GICSP, GCIH, GPEN, CISSP, or equivalent, or other specific training or experience in cyber security operations, design, and engineering.
- Familiarity with standard principles and practices of cybersecurity design for safeguarded plants and facilities.
- Knowledge of Federal requirements for Cyber security for Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP).
- Knowledge of IEEE and IEC standards related to cyber security in embedded system and control systems.
- Proficiency in developing and reviewing threat assessments and using results of those assessments to develop comprehensive cyber security designs.