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Cyber Security Engineer/Analyst - Plant Vogtle Units 3&4

Southern Nuclear Operating Company's Plant Vogtle 3&4 Site Engineering organization is seeking a high performing Cyber Security Engineer/Analyst with an analytical mindset and strong technical and leadership skills to support commissioning and operation of the next generation nuclear power station. This position will be located at Southern Nuclear Company's Plant Vogtle in Waynesboro, Georgia

Job Summary

This position is assigned to the Cyber Security organization at the Vogtle 3&4 site. This position will provide technical leadership, execution, guidance, and monitoring of the Vogtle 3&4 Cyber Security Program. The Cyber Security Engineer/Analyst will also be tasked with maintaining programmatic aspects for site digital assets while interfacing with several departments including Site Security, Operations, Emergency Preparedness, and all engineering departments.

Southern Nuclear, a subsidiary of Southern Company, manages and operates six nuclear power electric generating plants that provide approximately 20 percent of the electricity used in Alabama and Georgia. Southern Nuclear is leading the nuclear renaissance by building the first new U.S. nuclear reactors in more than 25 years. When completed, the two Westinghouse AP1000 reactors currently under construction at Plant Vogtle will make the facility the largest in the U.S. with four reactors on one site. This is an exciting time to join the Southern Company team and share your talents with a growing and progressive organization!

Management reserves the right to exclude job applicants who are currently employed by contractors and vendors supporting the construction of Vogtle units 3 and 4.

Specific responsibilities include:

This position provides engineering support to the cyber security program by:

• Understanding the cyber security implications surrounding the overall architecture of plant networks, operating systems, hardware platforms, plant-specific applications, and the services and protocols upon which those applications rely

• Assisting in the ongoing development of Southern Nuclear Company’s cyber security program by identifying areas of opportunity, researching alternatives and recommending solution

• Understanding, relating and transforming security regulatory requirements into information security policy, standards, procedures and guidelines

• Performing weekly, monthly, and quarterly testing/monitoring for digital assets

• Participating in the Cyber Security Incident Response Team (CSIRT)

• Executing cyber security assessments in accordance with regulatory basis

• Specifying cyber security remediation activities for residual vulnerabilities

• Maintaining cyber security program plans (access control, audit and accountability, etc.) for digital assets

Requirements:

Educational Requirements:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited college or university or a PE (Professional Engineer) license or Computer Science, Information Technology or related technical discipline is required

• GIAC, CISM, or CISSP certifications are preferred

Job Requirements:

• Commercial nuclear power plant experience in cyber security is desired

• Knowledge and understanding commercial nuclear power plant regulations, codes, and standards is desired

• 3 years engineering experience in cyber security is desired.

• 3 years nuclear power plant related engineering experience is preferred

• Previous design change experience is desired

• Technical Assessment Methodology (TAM) assessment experience is desired

• NEI 13-10 Assessment experience is desired

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Excellent oral and written communications skills

• Proven organizational skills with ability to balance multiple projects simultaneously

• Capable of working efficiently and effectively across organizations

• An ability to solve problems and make sound engineering decisions, based on experience and appropriate industry practices, in order to make timely decisions which might impact plant safety and reliability

• Effectively present technical positions to all levels of management and to external organizations

• Working knowledge of common computer tools, including Microsoft Office Word and Excel

• Engineering experience with Networking Equipment, Distributed Control Systems and Programmable Logic Controllers

• The ability to develop, test, implement, and upgrade software applications from simple to complex.

Behavioral Attributes:

• Accepts ownership of assigned programs, projects and tasks

• Manages financial performance to control costs

• Works through conflicts to create win-win situations

• Holds self and others accountable for living the Southern Style (Safety First, Unquestionable Trust, Superior Performance, Total Commitment)

• Holds self-accountable for superior results; respects the dignity of every individual; assumes personal responsibility for individual and corporate success

• Strong interpersonal and client relation skills

• Values diversity and respects the dignity of every individual

• Develops strong teamwork with peers throughout the nuclear industry.

Other Requirements:

• The successful candidate must meet background screening and NRC Fitness for Duty requirements

• Must satisfactorily complete the 5 weeks Systems Engineering training program

• The successful candidate must be willing to travel to other plants within the fleet for mentoring during qualification process if required

Southern Nuclear is a leader among the nation’s nuclear energy operators, running six – soon to be eight – units for Alabama Power and Georgia Power. For more than 40 years, the company has operated nuclear energy facilities at the highest levels of safety and reliability, creating carbon-free electricity for millions of homes and businesses.

SNC prioritizes the health and safety of the public and its employees above all else, operating its facilities safely, reliably and affordably for customers and communities while using innovative technologies and practices that enhance performance. This work is enabled by the continuous development, leadership and skills of a high-performing workforce.

Southern Company (NYSE: SO) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million residential and commercial customers across the Southeast and beyond through its family of companies. Providing clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy with excellent service is our mission. The company has electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company, a leading distributed energy infrastructure company with national capabilities, a fiber optics network, and telecommunications services. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, resilience, and sustainability, we are taking action to meet our customers’ and communities’ needs while advancing our commitment to net zero emissions by 2050. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and are the key to our sustained success. We are transforming energy into economic, environmental and social progress for tomorrow. Our corporate culture and hiring practices have earned the company national awards and recognition from numerous organizations, including Forbes, Military Times, DiversityInc, Black Enterprise, J.D. Power, Fortune, Human Rights Campaign and more. To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com.

Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.

Job Identification: 3660

Job Category: Cybersecurity

Job Schedule: Full time

Company: Southern Nuclear