Oak Ridge National Laboratory

Information Management and Protection Specialist

Oak Ridge National Laboratory$95K — $115K *
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • BS degree and 6+ years of relevant experience or MS degree and 4+ years of relevant experience in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Applied Math or related IT discipline.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.
  • Strong organizational skills with ability to prioritize tasks.
  • Familiarity with ORNL systems and processes is highly beneficial.
  • Demonstrated capacity to collaborate with diverse technical and scientific teams.
  • Ability to work independently under deadlines and in fast-paced environments.
  • Existing Q or L clearance preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as the FFESD point of contact for Cyber Security and Information Security within the directorate.
  • Act as the Division Cyber Ambassador for FFESD, promoting cyber security practices.
  • Implement and assist with ORNL Cyber Security Program and conduct self-assessments.
  • Guide computer users and system owners on addressing security concerns and communicating vulnerabilities.
  • Prepare and ensure documentation for risk assessments and protection plans is comprehensive and compliant.
  • Maintain internal communication systems for safety, security, and operational information.
  • Coordinate information security assets to align with ORNL protection requirements.

Benefits

  • Generous relocation package for domestic and international moves.
  • Flexibility with a hybrid/onsite working arrangement offered.
  • Supportive work environment fostering core values of Impact, Integrity, Teamwork, Safety, and Service.
Full Job Description
Requisition Id 17116

Overview:

We are seeking an Information Management and Protection Specialist who will support the FUSION and FISSION ENERGY and SCIENCE DIRECTORATE at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL). This position will coordinate FFESD Operations activities related to Information Protection and Security, Information Management, Cyber Security, and Operational Communications.

Major Duties/Responsibilities:
  • Serve as the FFESD point of contact for Cyber Security and Information Security through proactive engagement with staff across the directorate.
  • Serve as the Division Cyber Ambassador for FFESD and its divisions.
  • Assist the organization management in implementing the ORNL Cyber Security Program, self-assessments, and training.
  • Assist the organization's computer users, application owners, system owners, and facility managers in identifying and addressing computer security concerns.
  • Advise users and system administrators of current vulnerabilities and viruses, security patches, and virus protection software.
  • Ensure that risk assessments, sensitivity determinations, and protection plans are done and documented for all organizational systems requiring them (e.g., security plans, etc.).
  • Attend training programs and meetings pertaining to information protection efforts.
  • Maintain internal systems utilized for communicating safety, security, and operational information; Support the creation and maintenance of operational documents including procedures, forms, plans, and program description documents. Ensure procedures are technically adequate and written to a level of detail consistent with the qualifications and training of the expected users.
  • Develop and maintain FFESD Information Security Procedure and ensure it complies with ORNL policies and procedures. Coordinate its delivery to FFESD staff.
  • Coordinate FFESD information security assets to implement ORNL information protection requirements and FFESD needs.
  • Assist in the management of issues and off-normal events including participation in investigations, causal analysis, and corrective action development and implementation.
  • Maintain CUI POC role by reviewing and assisting staff in making CUI determinations, staying up to date on new and revised CUI requirements, communicating, performing reviews, and guiding FFESD staff.
  • Review and advise staff on EC procedures and coordinate with the ECCG when appropriate for risk evaluations.
  • Review, coordinate, and evaluate all FFESD IOSCs. Participate in the development and oversee any corrective action plan as a result of an IOSC. Advise staff of potential security risks to prevent IOSCs where applicable.
  • Ability to function well in a fast-paced research environment, set priorities to accomplish multiple tasks within deadlines, and adapt to ever changing needs.
  • Deliver ORNL's mission by aligning behaviors, priorities, and interactions with our core values of Impact, Integrity, Teamwork, Safety, and Service. Promote equal opportunity by fostering a respectful workplace - in how we treat one another, work together, and measure success.


Basic Qualifications:
  • A BS degree and 6+ years of relevant experience or an MS degree and 4+ year of relevant experience. Degree area should be in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Applied Math or related IT discipline.


Preferred Qualifications:
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.
  • Familiarity with ORNL Systems and Processes.
  • Strong organizational skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with a diverse group of people having a wide range of technical and scientific backgrounds.
  • Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
  • Ability to function well in a fast-paced research environment, set priorities to accomplish multiple tasks within deadlines, and adapt to ever-changing needs.
  • Existing Q or L clearance preferred but not required.


Special Requirement:
  • Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
  • This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a clearance from the Department of Energy. As such, this position is a Workplace Substance Abuse (WSAP) testing designated position. WSAP positions require passing a pre-placement drug test and participation in an ongoing random drug testing program.


Relocation:

Moving can be overwhelming and expensive. UT-Battelle offers a generous relocation package to ease the transition process. Domestic and international relocation assistance is available for certain positions. If invited to interview, be sure to ask your Recruiter (Talent Acquisition Partner) for details.

This position is located in Oak Ridge, Tennessee and requires onsite presence. We offer a flexible work environment that supports both the organization and the employee. A hybrid/onsite working arrangement may be available with this position, which provides flexibility to work periodically from your home, while reporting onsite to the Oak Ridge, Tennessee location on a weekly and regular basis.

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This position will remain open for a minimum of 5 days after which it will close when a qualified candidate is identified and/or hired.

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About Oak Ridge National Laboratory

Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) is a science and technology national laboratory managed for the United States Department of Energy (DOE) by UT-Battelle. ORNL is the largest science and energy national laboratory in the Department of Energy system by size and by annual budget. ORNL conducts research and development activities in a variety of scientific and technical disciplines. ORNL's scientific programs focus on materials, neutron science, energy, high-performance computing, systems biology and national security. ORNL partners with other national laboratories, universities and industry to solve complex problems and transfer knowledge and technology. ORNL is home to several of the world's most powerful supercomputers, including Summit, the world's most powerful supercomputer as of November 2018.
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