Jason Jarnagin will be presenting on his career progression, highlighting the use of engineering in investigations and data recovery, as well as exemplifying the great diversity of positions an Electrical Engineering degree can lead to. This presentation aims to offer insights into how engineering skills can be leveraged across various disciplines and roles, inspiring the next generation of engineers and professionals.

Biography:

Jason Jarnagin is currently the Group Leader of the Vulnerability Science Team within the National Security Science Directorate at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL). In this role, he leads research focused on identifying and mitigating hardware and software vulnerabilities in energy systems and associated networks. Since joining ORNL in August 2024, Jason has leveraged his extensive expertise to drive research that protects the integrity and security of the nation’s energy infrastructure.  Prior to his current position, Jason served the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) for 23 years as a Supervisory Special Agent. During his tenure at the FBI, he held key roles across the Laboratory, Cyber, and Operational Technology Divisions—concentrating on counterterrorism, counterintelligence, and cyber investigations. His leadership was further demonstrated in his roles in Field Offices in Oklahoma City, Buffalo, and Knoxville, where his work involved cyber investigations, intrusions, fraud, and malware.
 
Jason earned a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from the University of Tennessee in 1997 and a Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering from Johns Hopkins University in 2000. His robust academic background, combined with decades of practical experience, underpins his expertise in cybersecurity and energy system resilience.
 
In addition to his professional pursuits, Jason is an amateur radio hobbyist and holds an Extra Class license. His passion for radio communication complements his technical acumen and further reflects his interests in electronics and communications systems.