Job Description

Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities: (Knowledge, skills, and behaviors required for this position.)

• Serve as a nationally recognized expert in control systems cybersecurity and intelligence-related topics.
• Provide strategic insight, technical expertise, and consulting to advance CIC capabilities.
• Lead project teams delivering high-impact, sensitive national security work.
• Develop and execute strategic engagement plans aligned with CIC and N&HS directorate priorities.
• Build trusted relationships with USG partners; market INL expertise and translate needs into actionable agreements.
• Identify emerging customer needs and guide long-term R&D investment strategies.
• Facilitate productive interactions with stakeholders; plan meetings, visits, and formal collaborations.
• Manage and grow new research and business areas across DoW, IC, and homeland security sectors.
• Communicate complex technical subjects to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Mentor junior staff and help cultivate an expert workforce.
• Coordinate across DOE laboratories, FFRDCs, and external partners to support acquisition and cybersecurity programs.

Education, Credentials, and Work Experience:

Required

• Baccalaureate and 14 years of experience (or relevant industry/military equivalent) Master's degree and 8 years of experience (or relevant industry/military equivalent).
• Relevant experiences include cyber security; intelligence analysis and operations, strategic planning; program management (especially for classified USG projects); national security issues; and liaison among the USG inter-agency. Prior military experience in cyber security and intelligence related leadership positions at the 0-5/0-6 level strongly preferred.
• Broad expertise in DoW and IC cybersecurity challenges, technologies, and mission environments.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a dynamic, expanding global cybersecurity environment.
• Exceptional communication abilities and the professional presence to engage senior leaders and technical experts.
• Demonstrated experience independently leading complex programs and making high-impact decisions.
• Must have US citizenship
• Must hold a current Top Secret clearance (or equivalent DOE Q clearance) plus SCI access.
• Must be willing and able to complete a polygraph and become a full-time member of DOE's Field Intelligence Element.
• Must have prior experience working with USG classified programs and be comfortable working in a Special Access Programs environment.

Preferred
• Advanced degree in science, engineering, or technical field from an accredited program.

Job Information:

• The pay range for this position is: Level 5 ($137,076 to $281,196). At Idaho National Laboratory compensation decisions are determined using factors such as education, relevant experience, and other credentials.
• TDP: This is a testing designated position; you will be required to submit to a pre-employment drug screen and periodic drug testing throughout the term of your employment.

Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this classification, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, bend, and work in an office and laboratory environment. The job requires hand/finger dexterity to keyboard or type, handle materials, manipulate tools, and reach with hands and arms. The job requires operation of job-related equipment and driving a vehicle. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Sufficient visual acuity and hearing capacity to perform the essential functions and interact with people is required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Working Conditions:

Incumbent of the position performs in a typical office setting with appropriate climate controls with laboratory field work subjected to variable weather. The noise level is generally moderate. Periodic travel required in normal course of job performance. Position may include exposure to mechanical, electrical, pressure, temperature, and other potential hazards. Necessary safety equipment may be required including personal protective equipment (PPE) when required. Periodic safety training is necessary. Position may be required to work irregular hours of more than 8 hours/day and working alone.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and levels of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

Security and Privacy Language:

This position includes information security and privacy responsibilities as defined by NIST SP 800-53, OMB Circular A-130, and DOE Order 206.1A. Position must complete initial and annual role-specific training as required. The incumbent must sign and comply with all required access agreements prior to being granted access to organizational systems or data. Comply with all applicable information security and privacy policies and procedures by following established protocols, with an understanding that non-compliance may result in sanctions.

Level Definers

EX5 - Expert (Barriers to entry such as Charters and committees exist at this level):
• Knowledge: Recognized organization-wide expert. Has broad expertise or unique knowledge. Uses skills to contribute to development of company objectives and principles and to achieve goals in creative and effective ways. Interfaces with and mentor junior staff and some senior staff.
• Problem Solving: Works on significant and unique issues and provides solutions which are highly innovative and ingenious and where analysis requires evaluation of intangibles.
• Discretion and Latitude: Acts independently or works under consultative direction toward predetermined long-range goals and objectives. Assignments are often self-initiated. Determines and pursues courses of action necessary to obtain desired results. Work reviewed through consultation and/or agreement with others rather than by formal review of superior.
• Impacts: Develops advanced ideas and guides their development. Erroneous decisions or recommendations would typically result in failure to achieve critical organizational objectives.
• Liaison: May serve as organizational spokesperson on advanced projects and/or programs. Acts as advisor to management and customers. Creates formal networks involving coordination among groups.
• Education/Experience: Bachelor's and 14 years. Master's and 8 years. PhD and 6 years.

Benefits and Relocation

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) with a 4.2% employer contribution and up to 4.8% match (regular positions) or self-contribute access (postdoctoral positions)
• Paid time off (personal leave)
• Employee Education Program (tuition assistance for eligible positions)
• Comprehensive Relocation Package
• Benefit eligibility subject to multiple factors, including employment status and position classification.

At this time, BEA will not sponsor any H1-B visas obtained outside of the United States of America (U.S.A.), including consular visas.