What are the responsibilities and job description for the Post Masters Student position at Los Alamos National Laboratory?
What You Will Do
Do something that matters and make a real difference at one of the world's most prestigious and innovative multidisciplinary research institutions.
The Advanced Research in Cyber Systems Group (A-4) of the Analytics, Intelligence, and Technology (A) Division is seeking post master level students looking for a challenging paid internship for the current academic year and/or summer. All selected candidates will be provided with a mentor, a challenging project for their appointment, and an opportunity to present their project work and progress to colleagues. The student projects we have to offer will vary depending on the skills and interests of the candidate and our current needs.
A-4 conducts research and development in four primary areas. AI assurance, anticipating risks posed by new machine learning innovations and developing guardrails to make complex AI systems trustworthy and reliable for national security applications. Provably secure systems, conducting hardware and software research and development to provide the highest levels of assurance that systems operate within given parameters and are not susceptible to particular attacks or vulnerabilities. Critical system design and analysis, creating systems and software for "no-fail" national security missions, designing and analyzing Operational Technology (OT) hardware and software for Los Alamos internal systems, and conducting security analyses of IT and OT systems for other government agencies and organizations. Cybersecurity workforce development and training, conducting cyber security incident response training for US federal government, state, local, tribal, and territorial governments, government contractors, US critical infrastructure, and international partner's government and critical infrastructure
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
Recent graduates (MS Degree) would qualify for a 2-year appointment through our Post Master's program. All viable candidates must have a minimum GPA of 3.2/4.0 for consideration and have earned the degree no more than 3 years ago.
A resume and current transcript, showing GPA and course work requirements, are required.
We are seeking a wide variety of computational skills. To receive full consideration, candidates must typically be pursuing a degree in one of the following fields:
Note to Applicants:
When applying, candidates must attach a resume, cover letter, and their most recent transcripts (or an acceptance letter if transcripts have not been issued).
Important: Applicants who fail to submit the three required application documents (resume, cover letter, transcript) will not be considered for employment. Cover letters are most effective when they clearly indicate your research interests and highlight your most noteworthy achievements and accomplishments. Your cover letter should also explain how you have demonstrated the application of desired knowledge and skills in your previous academic and work experiences.
Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China, the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of North Korea, and the Russian Federation, who are not Lawful Permanent Residents ("green card" holders) are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission, functions, and operations of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, which includes Los Alamos National Laboratory.
Where You Will Work
Located in beautiful northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. Our generous benefits package includes:
Directive 206.2- Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2. Please note that this requirement applies only to citizens of the United States. Foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A.
No Clearance: Position does not require a security clearance. Selected candidates will be subject to drug testing and other pre-employment background checks.
New-Employment Drug Test: The Laboratory requires successful applicants to complete a new-employment drug test and maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing. Although New Mexico and other states have legalized the use of marijuana, use and possession of marijuana remain illegal under federal law. A positive drug test for marijuana will result in termination of employment, even if the use was pre-offer.
Equal Opportunity: Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to protected categories such as race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status or spousal affiliation, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or citizenship within the limits imposed by applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations.
The Laboratory is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request a disability accommodation, email applyhelp@lanl.gov or call (505) 664-6947, opt. 3.
Instructions on How to Activate/Create a LANL Jobs Account:
Follow the instructions below if you have ever had an employee Z number, been a contractor, or received Los Alamos Lab insurance coverage to activate your account:
Do something that matters and make a real difference at one of the world's most prestigious and innovative multidisciplinary research institutions.
The Advanced Research in Cyber Systems Group (A-4) of the Analytics, Intelligence, and Technology (A) Division is seeking post master level students looking for a challenging paid internship for the current academic year and/or summer. All selected candidates will be provided with a mentor, a challenging project for their appointment, and an opportunity to present their project work and progress to colleagues. The student projects we have to offer will vary depending on the skills and interests of the candidate and our current needs.
A-4 conducts research and development in four primary areas. AI assurance, anticipating risks posed by new machine learning innovations and developing guardrails to make complex AI systems trustworthy and reliable for national security applications. Provably secure systems, conducting hardware and software research and development to provide the highest levels of assurance that systems operate within given parameters and are not susceptible to particular attacks or vulnerabilities. Critical system design and analysis, creating systems and software for "no-fail" national security missions, designing and analyzing Operational Technology (OT) hardware and software for Los Alamos internal systems, and conducting security analyses of IT and OT systems for other government agencies and organizations. Cybersecurity workforce development and training, conducting cyber security incident response training for US federal government, state, local, tribal, and territorial governments, government contractors, US critical infrastructure, and international partner's government and critical infrastructure
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
Recent graduates (MS Degree) would qualify for a 2-year appointment through our Post Master's program. All viable candidates must have a minimum GPA of 3.2/4.0 for consideration and have earned the degree no more than 3 years ago.
A resume and current transcript, showing GPA and course work requirements, are required.
We are seeking a wide variety of computational skills. To receive full consideration, candidates must typically be pursuing a degree in one of the following fields:
- Computer and Information Sciences
- Computer Engineering
- Electrical and Computer Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Systems Administration
- Computer Networking
- Computer Systems Analysis
- Software Engineering
- Information Systems Security Management
- Mathematics or Physics
- Applied Mathematics
- Statistics
- Artificial intelligence/machine learning
- Computer forensics
- Network analysis
- Reverse engineering
- Cryptography
- Formal methods
- Statistics/mathematics
- Industrial Control Systems (ICS)
- Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA)
- Cyber-physical systems
- Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGAs)
- Software development
- Hardware programming
Note to Applicants:
When applying, candidates must attach a resume, cover letter, and their most recent transcripts (or an acceptance letter if transcripts have not been issued).
Important: Applicants who fail to submit the three required application documents (resume, cover letter, transcript) will not be considered for employment. Cover letters are most effective when they clearly indicate your research interests and highlight your most noteworthy achievements and accomplishments. Your cover letter should also explain how you have demonstrated the application of desired knowledge and skills in your previous academic and work experiences.
Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China, the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of North Korea, and the Russian Federation, who are not Lawful Permanent Residents ("green card" holders) are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission, functions, and operations of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, which includes Los Alamos National Laboratory.
Where You Will Work
Located in beautiful northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. Our generous benefits package includes:
- PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network
- Dental and vision insurance
- Free basic life and disability insurance
- Paid childbirth and parental leave
- Award-winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually)
- Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
- Flexible schedules and time off (PTO and holidays)
- Onsite gyms and wellness programs
- Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50 mile radius)
Directive 206.2- Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2. Please note that this requirement applies only to citizens of the United States. Foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A.
No Clearance: Position does not require a security clearance. Selected candidates will be subject to drug testing and other pre-employment background checks.
New-Employment Drug Test: The Laboratory requires successful applicants to complete a new-employment drug test and maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing. Although New Mexico and other states have legalized the use of marijuana, use and possession of marijuana remain illegal under federal law. A positive drug test for marijuana will result in termination of employment, even if the use was pre-offer.
Equal Opportunity: Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to protected categories such as race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status or spousal affiliation, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or citizenship within the limits imposed by applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations.
The Laboratory is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request a disability accommodation, email applyhelp@lanl.gov or call (505) 664-6947, opt. 3.
Instructions on How to Activate/Create a LANL Jobs Account:
Follow the instructions below if you have ever had an employee Z number, been a contractor, or received Los Alamos Lab insurance coverage to activate your account:
- Select the Click Here button if you have been employed with the Lab or received insurance coverage.
- Please enter only your first and last name and current email address (an email with your validation code will be sent to you) to activate the account currently in our system.
- Enter your validation code as described in the email you receive and complete the 3-page registration form. Your account is now active, and you can apply for jobs or save to your basket. Important: Enter the validation code within 15 days to activate your account or your account will be deactivated.
- Select the Register button if you have never been employed with the Lab or received insurance coverage to Create an Account.
- From here, you will establish an account with username and password.
- Click the Vacancy Name number (in blue) to view any job's details.
- Click Apply or Add to Basket to apply later. Tip: To apply for a job or save your basket, you must have a LANL jobs account.
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