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Title: Chief Scientist, Cyber Security Research
Location: Richland, Washington	
http://jobs.pnnl.gov Job ID: 300553

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory is searching for a Chief Scientist to provide research 
leadership for emerging key elements within our Cyber Security portfolio. The goal of this 
portfolio (both Initiatives and client driven research) is to extend PNNL's R&D capability to 
enhance the science of complex cyber-dependent infrastructures, supporting adaptive 
systems, enhancing attribution capability, and utilizing cyber analytic techniques.  Large 
scale infrastructures are subject to change of many kinds: change in the type of attacks 
which are launched, newly discovered (or newly introduced) vulnerabilities, and 
modifications to purpose. This results in a highly dynamic system that is not amenable to 
traditional testing or validation approaches. The approach is to consider change from a 
strategic and tactical perspective, and support the design of systems capable of maintaining 
their integrity through automated or semi-automated adaptations. The result will be to 
enable adaptive, resilient cyber infrastructure. 
PNNL has committed significant internal funding for research in this area and is dedicated to 
achieving continued scientific advances in this domain. This is a highly unique opportunity 
for a visionary to join PNNL and be immediately funded and positioned to make a  national 
impact.
Our S&T agenda is focused on:
*	Achieving resilience and continuity of operations through rapid and automated 
adaptation strategies
*	Scientific advances in cybersecurity related graph analytic methods and high 
performance computing
*	Gaining asymmetric advantage over cyber attackers by introducing high cost for 
entry and exploitation without a corresponding defensive cost
*	Application of these methods in traditional cyber operations center as well as energy 
delivery infrastructure
*	Specific emphasis in transitioning research concepts out to operational use
In addition to providing research leadership, the Chief Scientist will lead research, projects 
and proposals within our growing Cyber Security capability base. The Scientist will work 
with our other senior scientists, research leaders and management in developing strategies 
for  advancing research within the National Security Directorate, lead proposal development, 
deliver new technologies and capabilities, and interact with key clients. Successful 
candidates would also be responsible for leading the transition of these concepts to be 
deployed within the national/international community. 

Requirements: 
*	There will be a review of a candidate's academic and research credentials by an 
appropriate peer committee before an offer can be extended. 
*	Technical contributions must be recognized as having a substantial impact on 
advancing the current state of knowledge and understanding in scientific or technical 
disciplines. Demonstrated track record in devising innovative cyber security solutions 
and transitioning that research to industrial and/or government clients.
*	Experience in technical leadership for software/hardware research and  development.
*	Demonstrated leadership, networking, organizational, negotiating, communications, 
and mentoring skills, coupled with the desire and ability to interact with clients, 
prepare successful research proposals, and define future research directions. 
*	An extensive publication record is required, as is a demonstrated track record of 
successful research proposals and/or industrial technology transfer. 
*	The ability to represent the Laboratory at national and international events is 
expected. 
*	Scientist Level V: Ph.D. with 10+ years of experience is required. Must be a national 
or international authority and be applying intensive and diversified knowledge of 
scientific or engineering principles in broad areas of assignments and related fields. 
Must have a widely recognized national or international reputation, proven research 
track record  including demonstrated funding history.
*	US Citizenship 
*	The ability to obtain clearance (which requires US citizenship, drug testing and 
background investigations)
About Pacific Northwest National Laboratory 
www.pnnl.gov
Pacific Northwest National Laboratory is a Department of Energy laboratory, reporting to the 
Office of Science. PNNL advances the fundamental understanding of complex chemical, 
physical and biological systems and provides science-based solutions to some of the nation's 
most pressing challenges in national security, energy and the environment. We accomplish 
this mission through the outstanding research and development activities of our staff, 
excellence in operations and high-value partnerships. PNNL has approximately 5,000 
researchers and staff located at the main campus in Richland, Wash. Battelle, a global 
science and technology  enterprise headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, manages the 
laboratory for DOE.
If interested, please contact:
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Jill Schroeder
National Security Directorate
Pacific Northwest National Laboratory
Tel: 509-375-6563
Jill.Schroeder@pnnl.gov