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SECURITYFOCUS JOBS - NEW OPPORTUNITY
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JOB DESCRIPTION
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Position: Developer
Location: Richland, Washington, US
Type: Permanent F/T
Closing Date: 06/19/2005
Scientist/Engineer Level 5 or Scientist/Engineer Level 6
Computational & Information Sciences Directorate
Information Sciences & Engineering Division
Cyber Security Group
CANDIDATE MUST HAVE THE ABILITY TO OBTAIN A "Q" CLEARANCE WHICH
REQUIRES U.S. CITIZNSHIP - OR REINSTABLE RIGHTS TO A "Q" CLEARANCE.
Description:
The Cyber Security Group seeks to hire dynamic individuals with strong
credentials and experience in cyber security research. Cyber Security is one of
the most challenging and exciting work environments in the Lab. The incumbent
will have the opportunity to influence strategy research agenda. The incumbent
will have a unique opportunity to provide leadership and be part of a team
focused on challenges that range from basic science to technology insertion.
The environment is highly challenging and complex. The scope of investigation
includes: design of secure networks, communication and telecommunication
systems. Challenges include mapping the incumbents in depth understanding of
existing network protocols, hardware and IOS's to investigation of new, secure,
robust network protocols, and or internetworking systems A passion for
understanding the state of the art of complex, highly interconnected network
systems, systems operation and ideas for advancing the state of the art are
essential.
All applicants should have a demonstrated fundamental understanding of both
widely deployed and emerging protocols and transports. Applicants must also
have an extensive list of peer-reviewed publications and experience obtaining
and securing research funding.
Qualifications:
The successful candidate will have an established national (for a level 5) or
international (for a level 6) reputation for researching and developing new
methods for enhancing performance and resolving inefficiencies in network
protocols, intrusion detection systems, network interface cards, network
measurement and analysis tools, firewalls, and related middleware to facilitate
ultra high-speed network capabilities.
Must have in-depth knowledge of LAN/WAN hardware and network layer protocols,
VPN's, Security, QoS, Remote/Local Access, Multi-Service (Voice and Video),
Campus/MAN, WAN, Optical Networking, Transmission Systems, Wireless and
evolving protocols such as IPv6.
Knowledge of general computer system and network architectures, hardware, and
operating system theory network principles and troubleshooting techniques
fiber optics systems related to data transmission and applications data
communications, computer network, and distributed systems theory Windows,
Macintosh, UNIX and Linux operating systems TCP/IP internals (as applied to
network backbone and infrastructure resources and related systems) software
development using and "C" languages is desired. Practical experience
or course work in physics and/or modeling and simulation using tools such as
Mathematica is valued.
The incumbent shall demonstrate the capability to apply knowledge to perform
research, design, development, engineering of very complex computer networks
and distributed computing systems. Knowledge of network monitoring, testing,
installation, maintenance and configuration management of computer network and
distributed computing systems is desired. The incumbent will be expected to
lead, direct, and participate in medium to large (3 to 12 person) research,
engineering, and development teams. Excellent interpersonal skills and the
ability to clearly communicate technical information and instructions to
non-technical staff and managers is essential. The incumbent shall have
excellent written, spoken, and presentation skills. The incumbent shall
demonstrate very mature project and fiscal management skills and methods.
Note:
Placement level will be dependent upon management's assessment of the selected
candidate's skills, experience, and ability to contribute. In order to reduce
cycle time, internal and external solicitations of interest may run concurrent
however, qualified PNNL staff will be given first consideration.
About PNNL:
"PNNL will be recognized worldwide and valued regionally for our
leadership in integrating chemical, physical, and biological sciences to
rapidly translate discoveries into solutions for challenges in energy, national
security, and the environment." Dr. Len Peters, Laboratory Director.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
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Minimum Requirements: **
Level 5 - A PhD in Computer Science plus 7+ years experience in leading large
teams of researchers to develop networking technologies. Should be an emphasis
on research/development to enable high performance computing. An international
reputation in the scientific community is required.
Level 6- A PhD in Computer Science plus 10+ years experience in leading large
teams of researchers to develop networking technologies. Should be an emphasis
on research/development to enable high performance computing. An international
reputation in the scientific community is required.
**Must meet minimum requirements to receive further consideration.
CONTACT
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Please e-mail your resume to angela.nelson@pnl.gov reference no. 109057
Angela Nelson
Staffing Specialist
Pacific NW National Lab
angela.nelson@pnl.gov
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