The Nuclear Company is the fastest growing startup in the nuclear and energy space creating a never before seen fleet-scale approach to building nuclear reactors. Through its design-once, build-many approach and coalition building across communities, regulators, and financial stakeholders, The Nuclear Company is committed to delivering safe and reliable electricity at the lowest cost, while catalyzing the nuclear industry toward rapid development in America and globally.
About The Role
The Senior Cyber Security Engineer role provides leadership and subject matter expertise on cyber security-related issues and decisions. This position requires designing and implementing system security solutions and capabilities that enable the organization to identify, protect, detect, respond, and recover from cyber threats and vulnerabilities. The role is accountable for performing technical research on a wide array of security automation topics, engaging in software development tasks including prototyping and tool development, and participating in consensus-building meetings on standards topics. This role reports into the Director, Digital Engineering and Technology Solutions.
Responsibilities•Recommend and utilize (or develop) AI-powered tools to detect and mitigate threats before they infiltrate networks.
•Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless deployment up to and including testing of digital technology in nuclear construction projects from a cyber security perspective.
•Ensure compliance with 10 CFR 50.54(p) by preparing and maintaining safeguards contingency plan procedures. This includes developing and implementing cyber security measures in accordance with NRC regulations to protect against cyber threats.
•Create and maintain security protocols to protect digital assets.
•Develop response strategies and respond to security incidents and mitigating potential risks.
Experience
•5-7 years of relevant work experience in IT Security, regulatory compliance, risk management, incident response, or network security.
•5-7 years of experience working as a cybersecurity analyst, penetration tester, or SOC engineer.
•5-7 years of experience in designing, implementing, managing, monitoring, and upgrading network security measures, including firewalls, antivirus software, and intrusion detection systems.
•5-7 years of demonstrated project management skills related to the development and implementation of cyber security solutions including demonstrated ability to manage timelines, resources, and cross-functional teams.
Benefits
•Competitive compensation packages
•Medical, dental, vision plans
•Generous vacation policy, plus holidays
Estimated Starting Salary Range
The estimated starting salary range for this role is $150,000 - $173,000 annually less applicable withholdings and deductions, paid on a semi-monthly basis. The actual salary offered may vary based on relevant factors as determined in the Company’s discretion, which may include experience, qualifications, tenure, skill set, availability of qualified candidates, geographic location, certifications held, and other criteria deemed pertinent to the particular role.
EEO Statement
The Nuclear Company is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an environment of inclusion in the workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We prohibit discrimination in all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, demotion, transfer, compensation, and termination.
full time
$150,000-$173,000Columbia, SC7 days ago
