Senior AI/ML Cybersecurity Researcher

Idaho National Laboratory is hiring a Senior AI/ML Cybersecurity Researcher to work in our Cyber R&D department. Our team works a 9×80 schedule located out of our REC facility with every other Friday off.

The Senior AI/ML Cybersecurity Research Team Lead shall serve as a driving force behind the AI/ML security infrastructure research and serve as a technical team lead. The team is comprised of accomplished data scientists to craft advanced threat detection models. You will be a technical expert mentoring other staff and report to the manager over Information & Cyber Research Security.

Responsibilities Include:

 

• Architect and implement AI/ML algorithms for proactive threat detection, analysis, and response across operational technology (OT) and information technology (IT) networks.
• Integrate AI/ML solutions into existing Splunk workflows and security infrastructure, maximizing effectiveness.
• Evaluate and refine AI/ML models, ensuring performance and accuracy.
• Foster a culture of knowledge sharing by developing and delivering engaging training materials for your team.
• Provide technical guidance to peers and junior researchers in developing technical solutions for information operations and analysis related to national security topics including intrusion analysis, systems and vulnerabilities, network security, advanced analytic tools and data visualization techniques and other areas.
• Theorizes, organizes and participates in the conceptualization and development of custom code used to analyze network traffic and proprietary protocols to detect anomalous and malicious traffic.
• Work with program and technical staff to conduct technical task assignments, and can review progress and evaluate results.
• Lead by example through mentoring peers and establishing an environment of safety, teamwork and integrity while promoting research excellence, inclusivity, and empowering ownership through innovation.
• Contribute to the great INL organization’s overall cyber AI/ML strategy, shaping the future of our security posture.
• Supervise and participate in project teams to produce proposals for new work including joint projects with industry.
• Provide direct mentoring, assistance and support to junior staff in their technical growth.

Minimum Requirements:

 

• PR0300 – 13 years experience, or BS plus 5 years, or MS plus 3 years
• PR0400 – 16 years experience, or BS plus 8 years, or MS plus 6
• High proficiency AI/ML frameworks, such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, or scikit-learn.
• 4+ years of experience applying AI/ML to cybersecurity network traffic or related domains.
• Proficient in Splunk (Search Processing Language, dashboards, alerts, integrations).
• Advanced understanding of AI/ML algorithms (supervised, unsupervised, reinforcement learning).
• Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate a team.
• Experience with Agile Methodology for software development.
• Exceptional communication and collaboration skills.
• This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy “Q” clearance, which requires US Citizenship.

Job Information:

 

• PR0300 – 240 ($143,124 – $243,312) OR PR0400 – 250 ($164,616 – $279,816)
• You are required to show a demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working environment.
• TDP: This is a testing designated position; you will be required to submit to a pre-employment drug screen and periodic drug testing throughout the term of your employment.
• Multi-Level: This is a multi-level posting and you will be placed at the appropriate level dependent on depth and breadth of proven experience and skills.

Benefits and Relocation:

 

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) with a 4.2% employer contribution and up to 4.8% match
• Paid time off (personal leave)
• Employee Education Program (tuition assistance)
• Comprehensive Relocation Package
• Benefit eligibility subject multiple factors, including employment status and position classification.

INL is a science-based, applied engineering national laboratory dedicated to supporting the U.S. Department of Energy’s mission in nuclear energy research, science, and national defense. With more than 5,800 scientists, researchers, and support staff, the laboratory works with national and international governments, universities and industry partners to discover new science and development technologies that underpin the nation’s nuclear and renewable energy, national security, and environmental missions.

Selective Service Requirements To be eligible for employment at INL males born after December 31, 1959 must have registered with the Selective Service System (SSS). For more information see www.sss.gov.

Equal Employment Opportunity Idaho National Laboratory (INL) is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of INL to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Women and People of Color are strongly encouraged to apply.

Reasonable Accommodation We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Other Information When applying to positions please provide a resume and answer all questions on the following screens. Applicants, who fail to provide a resume or answer the questions may be deemed ineligible for consideration.