About the role#
Lila runs autonomous science facilities filled with instruments, robotics, and controllers. These systems produce the experimental data that serves as our core intellectual property. Securing this environment differs from standard IT security, and we are building this program from the ground up. This co-op role sits at the intersection of IT, Lab IT, and OT. You will work on four primary streams: OT asset visibility, vulnerability management, SOC integration, and program development. Your work will remain in place after your term ends.
What you'll do#
- Manage day-to-day OT asset discovery and reconciliation to ensure device detection matches documented ownership.
- Prioritize vulnerabilities across IT and OT environments based on real consequences like safety, experiment integrity, IP exposure, and throughput.
- Coordinate remediation efforts with automation engineering teams during established maintenance windows.
- Integrate OT and network telemetry into the SIEM.
- Triage alerts and provide necessary OT context to the SOC team.
- Track threat intelligence related to lab automation and biotech, converting findings into detections and written briefings.
- Create program artifacts, including asset intake processes, connectivity risk reviews, and segmentation documentation.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a degree in cybersecurity, computer science, information technology, network engineering, or a related field.
- Working knowledge of TCP/IP networking, including VLANs, subnetting, routing, switching, and firewall concepts.
- Comfort using the command line in Windows and Linux environments.
- Basic scripting skills in Python or PowerShell for data reconciliation and reporting.
- Strong written communication skills and the ability to explain technical changes or security constraints to non-technical and operational teams.
- Exposure to vulnerability management concepts like CVE/CVSS, scanning, and remediation workflows is a plus.
- Familiarity with SIEM or log analysis platforms is a plus.
- Cloud fundamentals are a plus.
- Exposure to ICS/OT, SCADA, lab instrumentation, or robotics environments is a plus.
Location & details#
- This role is located in Cambridge, Massachusetts.
- The position follows a hybrid schedule and requires onsite work at our Alewife location, including hands-on interaction with physical hardware.
- This is a paid, full-time position.
About Lila Sciences
Lila Sciences operates as a scientific superintelligence platform and autonomous lab. The company focuses on life, chemistry, and materials science. It applies artificial intelligence to the scientific method to assist with research in human health and sustainability. Founded in 2023, the organization maintains its headquarters in Cambridge, Massachusetts. It currently employs 474 people.
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