Requisition Id 10484

Overview:

The Grid Communications & Security Group at Oak Ridge National Laboratory is seeking a highly qualified and experienced senior research professional to lead and develop cutting-edge capabilities related to cyber security for grid, networking, embedded systems, the Internet of Things (IoT), and V2X systems. This position offers a unique opportunity to work on innovative projects at the intersection of these technologies and to collaborate with professionals across the Laboratory to advance the field of networking, cyber security, and embedded systems. You will be responsible for leading one research theme and managing research projects to support one or more grid research themes. You should be a thought leader in conducting research on advanced grid resilience and reliability technologies and achieving transformative changes in defining the grid of the future. In addition, you will communicate and influence stakeholders (including internal and external, government and private sector) on new concepts, R&D opportunities, and results, and shall work collaboratively to support other ORNL staff and to offer career guidance and mentoring to junior staff.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead and support initiatives in the field of cyber security, embedded systems, IoT, and V2X communication that fulfill the goals of Oak Ridge National Laboratory and its partners.
• Prepare proposals and associated materials to advance new ideas and opportunities.
• Publish research in peer-reviewed journals and conferences.
• Mentor students and provide guidance and support to junior researchers.
• Work cooperatively while advancing the standing of the group through collaborations, professional society memberships, and technical presentations.
• Stay up to date on new and emerging technologies and identify opportunities to apply them in a research and development environment.
• Provide scientific direction, guidance, and mentorship to fellow scientists, engineers, and other staff.

Basic Qualifications:

• A PhD in computer science, computer engineering, or a related field and at least two years of relevant experience is required. An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
• Expertise in developing and implementing machine learning algorithms for real-time data analysis and anomaly detection.
• Strong understanding of cyber security challenges and potential solutions in the IoT and V2X communication space.
• Experience with the development and deployment of embedded systems, IoT solutions, and V2X communication systems.
• Strong research experience in wireless networks and protocols such as LoRa and mobile networks.
• The candidate should have excellent oral skills to make presentations and written communication skills to prepare reports and proposals.
• Experience with cloud and edge computing.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated leadership in the cyber security and embedded systems community, as demonstrated through publications and professional organization membership.
• Strong track record of leading teams responsible for the development, implementation, and deployment of cyber security, embedded systems, IoT, mobile networks and V2X communication solutions.
• Experience in Python, C/C++ and Java programming.
• Experience in Kernel level Linux development.
• Experience in NI PXI and Xilinx development environments.
• Active involvement in IEEE professional societies and collaborative working experience with diverse types of stakeholders.

UT-Battelle offers competitive salaries, excellent health care insurance, generous retirement plans (401k / pension), and other benefits including family leave, educational assistance and wellness programs.

This position will remain open for a minimum of 5 days after which it will close when a qualified candidate is identified and/or hired.

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If you have trouble applying for a position, please email ORNLRecruiting@ornl.gov.

ORNL is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, are encouraged to apply. UT-Battelle is an E-Verify employer.