Nuclear Security Specialist - Nuclear Specialist, Principal

Job Posting End Date

12-05-2025

Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.

Job Summary

Design Engineering Cyber Security is responsible for ensuring controls required by NEI 08-09 are implemented for digital systems and components at Cook Nuclear Plant.

Responsible for moderate-scale security assignments with limited direction from senior team members. Develops and maintains necessary documentation of security systems, projects, and/or processes to ensure unified understanding of system details.

Participates in the review, evaluation, and recommendation of emerging security technologies. Assists in gathering, investigating, and analyzing security requirements, processes, and incidents. Demonstrates problem solving, decision-making, and functional area knowledge.

Participates in security projects/initiatives; directs security assignments. Administer and maintain an Advanced Information Management (AIM) Security Computer System that guards and controls access to a Nuclear Power Plant.

Please Note: This position is posted in a range, and an offer will be made based on the candidate's qualifications.

Job Description

What You'll Do:

Performance of duties may involve work in hazardous areas and radiation exposure within the limits prescribed by the NRC. Good working knowledge and skills of at least a few of the following, but not limited to:

General:

- Actively participates in team initiatives and meetings by preparing, making contributions, and following through on agreements.

- Develop and present documents and reports clearly, concisely, and effectively.

- Identifies, clarifies, resolves, and initiates solutions to security problems that involve analysis of inadequate or conflicting data.

- Maintains an awareness of time constraints for work activities; makes appropriate adjustments when needed.

- Manages time and resources efficiently to accommodate multiple assignments.

- Establishes recommendations based on options presented.

Desired IT Knowledge/Skills:

- Windows Operating Systems

- Virtualization

- Fundamental understanding of network architecture and configuration

- Basic knowledge of Oracle databases and SQL Server

- Scripting (Batch files, PowerShell scripts, etc.)

- Familiarity of Active Directory and Group Policies

- Security Event and Information (SIEM) systems

- Antivirus

- Vulnerability management

- Radio Systems

- Experience working on Operational Technology (OT) devices

Desired Certifications:

One more of the following certifications is a plus (but not required):

- CISSP and GCIH or other Security certification.

- Technical Cyber Security certifications such as SANS GIAC, CISSP, EC-Council CEH, CompTIA Security+ or CompTIA® A+.

What We're Looking For:

Nuclear Specialist:

Education & Experience:

- Bachelor's degree or associate degree with one-year relevant experience in system administration/help desk/security (cyber)

- OR graduation from an approved Cybersecurity Program; alternatively, may have non-degree qualifications (such as hands-on demonstrated ability in a technical interview/assessment). No additional experience required in addition to experience identified above.

- OR High School Diploma/GED with 2 years relevant experience in IT system administration/help desk/security (cyber)

Nuclear Specialist, Sr:

Education & Experience:

- Bachelor’s degree or associate degree with 2 years relevant experience in system administration/help desk/security

- OR High School Diploma/GED with 3 years relevant experience in IT system administration/help desk/security

- OR graduation from an approved Cybersecurity Program; alternatively, may have non-degree qualifications (such as hands-on demonstrated ability in a technical interview/assessment).

Nuclear Specialist, Principal:

Education & Experience:

- Bachelor’s degree or associate degree with 2 years relevant experience in system administration/help desk/security

- OR High School Diploma/GED with 4 years relevant experience in IT system administration/help desk/security

- OR graduation from an approved Cybersecurity Program; alternatively, may have non-degree qualifications (such as hands-on demonstrated ability in a technical interview/assessment).

Other Requirements (Applies to All Levels):

- Some travel and overtime may be required. This position could be required to do occasional shift work or be "On-call" per a defined schedule.

Knowledge of the following is preferred (but not required):

- Technical Writing

- Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) specifically Section 10 CFR 73.54

- Familiar with NEI 08-09 and NEI 13-10

- NERC-CIP compliance

- Linux operating system knowledge

Must establish and maintain a permanent residence within a 45-minute safe drive time to the D.C. Cook Nuclear Power Plant.

What You'll Get:

In addition to competitive compensation, AEP offers a unique comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well-being of our employees.

The power of AEP comes from our valued team of unique employees...the best in the business! We're proud to be one of the largest electric energy companies in the U.S., powering over 5 million homes and businesses, spanning across 11 states. We’re passionate about making an innovative difference in the communities we serve. We’re powering the future – today!

Salary ranges posted from minimum to mid-point:

- Nuclear Specialist: $73,828 - $92,284

- Nuclear Specialist, Senior: $86,783 - $108,480

- Nuclear Specialist, Principal: $98,032 - $127,439

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Compensation Data

Compensation Grade:

SP20-006

Compensation Range:

$72,380.00-90,474.50 USD

The Physical Demand Level for this job is: S – Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently. (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.

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