DescriptionJob Title Security Specialist 2
Location Los Alamos, NM, US
Organization Name Personnel Security (SO-PS)
Minimum Salary 80400
Maximum Salary 127900
What You Will DoThe Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) Personnel Security (SO-PS) is looking for motivated security professionals who are eager to learn and are able to capitalize on new opportunities. You will be instrumental in helping to maintain the safety and security of the Laboratory's Category 1 nuclear facility, the most secure LANL area, by preventing unauthorized access using automated access control systems. Working in a fast-paced, high-visibility, and high-stakes environment you will need to have a keen eye for detail, need to maintain a positive customer-focused attitude, and need the ability to learn various software applications. As you become more familiar with your position you will have the opportunity to grow and learn more about the exciting mission work that occurs at the nuclear facility.
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements: - Demonstrated experience with security concepts and best practices.
- Demonstrated experience with data management demonstrating attention to detail.
- Demonstrated experience identifying opportunities for process improvements.
- Demonstrated ability to resolve database and/or data problems in a timely manner.
- Demonstrated ability to act tactfully and professionally with customers as well as peers.
- Demonstrated experience conducting system audits with an emphasis in access permissions, and data integrity.
- Demonstrated ability working in a fast-paced environment.
Education/Experience: Position requires a Bachelor's Degree and 2 years related experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.
Desired Qualifications: - Demonstrated knowledge and experience working at a Category 1 nuclear facility.
- Experience with Argus, Apollo, and UTrain.
- Experience with LANL and DOE security policies and procedures.
- Active DOE Q clearance.
Work Environment: Work Location : The work location for this position is onsite and located in Los Alamos, NM. All work locations are at the discretion of management.
Work Schedule : This position will be subject to 24/7 coverage, which will involve working a shift/weekend schedule. Employees may be eligible for shift differential pay when assigned by their manager. Shift/weekend assignments are at the discretion of the manager based on needs of the facilities.
Position Commmitment : Regular appointment employees are required to serve a period of continuous service in their current position in order to be eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the time required, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. The position commitment for this position is 1 year.
Note to Applicants : Along with your resume, please include a detailed cover letter explaining how you meet each of the minimum requirements and any of the desired qualifications.
Applicants are encouraged to apply soon, the position may close quickly dependent on the number of highly qualified applicants received.
Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China-including the special administrative regions of Hong Kong and Macau-as well as citizens of the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (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.
Additional DetailsDirective 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.
Clearance: Q (Position will be cleared to this level). Selected applicants will be subject to a background investigation conducted by or on behalf of the Federal Government, and must meet eligibility requirements* for access to classified matter. This position requires a Q clearance. and obtaining such clearance requires US Citizenship except in extremely rare circumstances. Dependent upon the position, additional authorization to access classified information may be required, which may or may not be available to dual citizens. Receipt of a Q clearance and additional access authorization ultimately is a decision of the Federal Government and not of Triad.
*Eligibility requirements: To obtain a clearance, an individual must be at least 18 years of age; U.S. citizenship is required except in very limited circumstances. See DOE Order 472.2 for additional information.
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.
Regular Position: Term status Laboratory employees applying for regular-status positions are converted to regular status.
Employment Status Full Time
Appointment Type Regular
Regular
Contact DetailsContact Name Norman, William Ray II
Email
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