Research Scientist at Clemson University in Charleston, South Carolina

Posted in Other 3 days ago.





Job Description:


Clemson University



Job ID:109526

Location:CURI - Charleston

Full/Part Time:Full-Time

Regular/Temporary:Temporary

JOB SUMMARY:

The Research Scientist will be responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining robust cybersecurity measures for the protection of DER systems. The Scientist will have experience in securing the communication, control, and management systems of DERs to ensure their resilience against cyberattacks, privacy breaches, and unauthorized access. Key areas of responsibility include threat detection, vulnerability assessments, risk management, and the development of secure protocols for the integration of DERs into broader energy grids. The Scientist will work closely with faculty, students, visiting scientists and industry partners engaged with Clemson's MV test facility. Performs other duties as assigned.

JOB DUTIES:

50% - Essential - Design and implement cybersecurity strategies for distributed energy systems, including renewables, microgrids, and energy storage systems. Conduct security risk assessments and vulnerability analyses on DER assets, communication networks, and control systems. Conduct penetration testing and simulate attack scenarios to identify and mitigate potential security weaknesses in DER systems.

30% - Essential - Stay current with the latest trends in cybersecurity and industry best practices with reference to critical power equipment. Seek competitive grant funding to expand the capabilities of the eGRID facility and actively pursue publications in peer-reviewed journals.

20% - Essential - Provide oversight, guidance and mentoring to student interns and/or graduate students. Ensure industry confidentiality, security of equipment and data. Build strong relationships with industry to further research and educational collaboration. Ensure all federal and state safety and environmental regulations and guidelines are followed at all times.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Education - Doctoral / Professional Degree - Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
Work Experience - 2+ years of directly related experience in cybersecurity, within the energy or critical infrastructure sectors. In-depth knowledge of distributed energy resources (DERs), including renewable energy systems, energy storage, and microgrids.

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:

Work Experience - with cybersecurity frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001, or NERC CIP. Proficiency in network security tools (e.g., firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPNs) and secure communication protocols.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

JOB KNOWLEDGE
Firm Job Knowledge - Firm working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures and ability to use in varied situations

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Acts as Lead - Acts as a Lead by guiding the work of others who perform essentially the same work.

BUDGETARY RESPONSIBILITIES
No Budget Responsibilities - No fiscal responsibility for the department's budget.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Work Experience - with cybersecurity frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001, or NERC CIP. Proficiency in network security tools (e.g., firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPNs) and secure communication protocols.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

20% - Exposure to heat or cold
20% - Wet or humid
10% - Noise
20% - Mechanical hazards
30% - Electrical hazards

WORK SCHEDULE:

Standard Hours: 37.5

JOB LOCATION:

Charleston, SC

APPLICATION DEADLINE:

March 17, 2025

CLOSING STATEMENT:

Clemson University is an AA/EEO employer and does not discriminate against any person or group on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, pregnancy, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status or genetic information.





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