Experience supporting DOE/NNSA missions and collaborating with national labs or defense contractors
Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills for engaging senior stakeholders
U.S. citizenship required
On-site work required; no remote options available.
Responsibilities
Execute the Physical Security Program effectively.
Lead implementation of security measures like intrusion detection and access controls.
Interpret and integrate DOE order requirements into security plans.
Conduct annual testing and assessments of security systems and programs.
Oversee Lock & Key and Insider Threat program personnel.
Manage daily operations including facility access and alarm responses.
Write, certify, and review security plans and procedures.
Benefits
Opportunity to work in a critical national security environment.
Engagement with senior government and industry stakeholders.
Professional development through collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
Involvement in high-stakes security operations and compliance activities.
Full Job Description
Physical Security Manager opportunity in Oak Ridge, TN.
Position Summary:
The Physical Security Manager will manage and continuously improve the enterprise-wide physical security programs. This role will be responsible for the management and execution of a Physical Security program. They will play a key role in ensuring compliance with DOE and NNSA regulatory frameworks, while protecting national security interests across highly sensitive nuclear enrichment operations.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Execute the Physical Security Program.
Lead Physical Security program implementation, including intrusion detection systems, barriers, PACS, security postings, and facility access controls.
Interpret DOE order requirements and incorporate them into site security plans, procedures, and policies.
Conduct annual testing of security systems, self-assessments, false/nuisance alarm trending, and tamper-indicating device (TID) program management.
Provide oversight and supervision of Lock & Key and Insider Threat program personnel
Manage and provide oversight of the Insider Threat Program.
Support daily operations including facility opening/closing and off-hours alarm response.
Write and certify security plans, conduct walkdowns, approve shipping plans, and certify/decertify security areas.
Conduct reviews, assessments, and updates to manuals, SOPs, and training materials.
Provide OPSEC support, perform OPSEC reviews, and develop Security Awareness materials and presentations.
Manage or supervise multidisciplinary security teams across locations, ensuring DOE compliance and delivery of contractual requirements.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Minimum 10 years of progressively responsible experience in U.S. Government security programs (DOE and/or DOD, etc.).
Bachelor's or advanced degree in a related field or commensurate experience.
Experience directly supporting DOE/NNSA missions and working with national laboratories or defense contractors.
Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills with demonstrated ability to engage and influence senior government and industry stakeholders.
U.S. citizenship.
Ability to report to an assigned work location. This is not a remote work opportunity.
Preferred Qualifications:
Strong understanding of DOE O 472.2A, SEAD requirements, and federal adjudicative guidelines.
Proven ability to collaborate with federal customers, senior leadership, and cross-functional security teams.
Ability to develop and maintain standard operating procedures and quality assurance programs.
Participated in security working groups and professional forums.
Provided security guidance and consultation to management and staff.
Experience with:
DOE Physical Security processes
IOSC Inquiry Official
Derivative Classifier and UCNI Reviewing Official
Reviewing classified reproduction, destruction equipment, and storage areas
CMPC and IOSC programs, including training development, briefings, trending analysis, and compliance reviews.
Security awareness and training programs
Supporting Survey and Self-assessment programs
DOE oversight and compliance activities
Supporting classification reviews and information protection activities
Handling and protecting classified and controlled information.
Other Job Requirements:
United States Citizenship
Active U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Q level security clearance or DoD Top Secret with SSBI.
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