Pacific Northwest National Laboratory - Boston, MA
posted about 2 months ago
The Computing and Information Technology Directorate at Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) is dedicated to transforming the research experience through innovative digital technologies. This position plays a crucial role in simplifying the research process, enabling data-driven insights for decision-makers, and accelerating PNNL's research missions. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing and implementing data collection mechanisms that utilize PowerShell, SQL, and REST APIs to gather cybersecurity data from various sources. This role requires a strong focus on processing and transforming the collected data using Python and Java, developing robust scripts and applications to prepare the data for analysis. In addition to data collection, the candidate will architect and manage data storage solutions, leveraging Splunk for real-time data analysis and a backend database for long-term storage. The role involves creating and optimizing high-performance queries and dashboards in Splunk to deliver actionable cybersecurity insights. The candidate will also develop and maintain ETL pipelines to ensure seamless data flow and integration between collection, processing, and storage systems. Furthermore, the position includes implementing and managing identity and access management (IAM) solutions to ensure secure and appropriate access to data and systems. The successful candidate will oversee vulnerability management processes, utilizing collected data to identify, assess, and mitigate security risks. Collaboration with cybersecurity teams is essential to refine data requirements and develop solutions that enhance threat detection and response. This position is ideal for individuals who are passionate about cybersecurity and data management, and who thrive in a collaborative research environment.