Security Systems Intern (Diablo Canyon Power Plant)

Requisition ID # 170479

Job Category: Administrative / Clerical

Job Level: Individual Contributor

Business Unit: Generation

Work Type: Onsite

Job Location: Avila Beach

Department Overview

Security Systems supports the safe, secure, and compliant operation of Diablo Canyon Power Plant by ensuring nuclear security processes, systems, and programs are maintained to the highest standards. The team is responsible for site security technology, regulatory compliance, data integrity and reporting, performance monitoring, digital process improvements, and cross-functional support to both Security Programs and Security Operations.

Position Summary

The Security Systems Internship position is located within the Protected Area of DCPP. Security Systems selects, deploys, and maintains cutting edge security technology to protect public safety, supports operability of the power plant, and ensures all federal regulations are met. This team has industry leading expertise related to networked and analog security technologies. The plant utilizes a combination of proprietary and “commercial of the shelf” (COTS) security solutions.

The Security Systems Internship position will support Security System Administrators in trending data, design review, equipment obsolescence, SQL script generation and review, and aiding in procedure revisions. Work may range from general technical consultation or comprehensive support from planning through production implementation of new technology solutions.

PG&E is providing the hourly rate range that the company in good faith believes it might pay for this position at the time of the job posting. This compensation range is specific to the locality of the job. The actual hourly rate paid to an individual will be based on multiple factors, including, but not limited to, specific skills, education, licenses or certifications, experience, market value, geographic location, and internal equity.

The hourly rate for this position ranges from $23.08 to $36.42.

Responsibilities

Supporting senior staff with:

Security equipment obsolescence trending

Alarm rate trending and monitoring

SQL database review and modifications

Security documentation review

Security system design review

Security procedure development and revision

SGI documentation review

The successful intern will have the opportunity to learn about these activities as described above, working with a team of experienced security system administrators and technicians. Additionally, the intern will gain knowledge of the larger Nuclear Security Organization, Cyber Security, Maintenance, and Operations through the work they will be performing.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

Earning a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, Cybersecurity, Data Science or related degrees

Students MUST be continuing education towards degree during and/or after internship

Desired:

3.0 GPA or greater in both cumulative GPA and major GPA

Preferred majors: Data Science, Computer Science, Information Systems, Electrical/Mechanical/Industrial Engineering, or Cybersecurity.

Experience with SQL Server, cameras, video analytics, or detection technology

Experience with design review, or reading design drawings

Ability to work in a team environment and support fellow team members

Strong problem solving and analytical skills

Strong communication skills, both oral and written

Takes initiative and can work independently with minimal direction

Additional Notes:

Intern responsibilities will require obtaining SGI and Critical Group qualifications

Intern will follow the standard Monday–Friday 5/8 schedule in accordance with PG&E intern policy.

PG&E is unable to provide VISA sponsorship to students on an F-1, J-1 or other student visa for this position.