Nevada National Security Sites · 7 hours ago
Safeguards & Security Specialist II (Performance Testing)
Mercury, NV
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$65K/yr - $98K/yr
2+ years expMission Support and Test Services, LLC (MSTS) manages and operates the Nevada National Security Site (NNSS) for the U.S. National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA). The Safeguards & Security Specialist II will assist with all aspects of the Performance Testing Section, including planning and conducting various performance tests and ensuring compliance with relevant directives.
Government Administration
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Participating in and supporting all aspects of planning, coordination, scheduling, and conduct for performance tests to include Protective Force (PF), Physical Security Systems (PSS), Nuclear Material Control and Accountability (NMC&A), and Counter Unmanned Aerial System (CUAS). Evaluates the effectiveness of specific plans to address threats. Evaluates the effectiveness of training and supervision programs to prepare and manage Protective Force personnel in the performance of specified tasks
Participates in and support exercise program ensuring compliance in accordance with DOE Order (O) 473.2A, Protective Force Operations, DOE O 470.4B, Safeguards and Security Programs, DOE O 151.1D, Comprehensive Emergency Management Program and other applicable directives
Participates in and support conducting Limited Scope Performance Tests (LSPTs), Limited Notice Performance Tests (LNPTs), Alarm Response and Assessment Performance Tests (ARAPT) and document results which are provided to the Technical Analysis Section
Participate in and support NMC&A performance testing in accordance with DOE O 474.2A and other applicable directives
Participate in and support Physical Security Systems effectiveness testing, return to service and acceptance testing in accordance with DOE O 473.1A and other applicable directives
Participate and support CUAS effectiveness testing in accordance with Orders and directives
Provide support for formal test documentation
Report performance testing program changes and makes recommendations on organization and staffing requirements
Participation in the Human Reliability Program is required
Perform other duties assigned by Management
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in a field related to the position or equivalent training and experience plus two years of related progressive experience
Must be able to perform a crawl, duck walk, run, and occasionally lift and carry up to 60 lbs
Able to apply knowledge of principles, concepts and theory related to the position to address issues and to define and resolve problems
Able to apply knowledge and experience to resolve problems and accomplish goals where established procedures may not be specific
Able to exercise discretion and sound judgment in performing work and contribute recommendations for improving operations/processes
Must be highly organized and able to develop specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, accomplish work, and meet required deadlines
Must possess excellent interpersonal skills and ability to deal with all type of people in a tactful, professional, and effective manner while screening and maintaining confidentiality
Able to remember extensive policies, procedures, terminology, schedules, personnel, and other details
Able to use software applications needed in the position, including word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, database, etc. and general office equipment
Able to deal with pressure of handling multiple tasks, complaints, frequent interruptions, and time constraints
The primary work location will be at the Nevada National Security Site (located 65 miles northwest of Las Vegas, Nevada)
Work schedule will be 4/10s Monday through Thursday (subject to change)
Pre-placement physical examination, which includes a drug screen, is required. MSTS maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing
Must possess a valid driver's license
Applicants offered employment with MSTS are also subject to a federal background investigation to meet the requirements for access to classified information or matter if the duties of the position require a DOE security clearance
Applicants for employment must be able to obtain and maintain a DOE Q-level security clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship, at least 18 years of age
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision
Both a pension and a 401k
Paid time off and 96 hours of paid holidays
Relocation (if located more than 75 miles from work location)
Tuition assistance and reimbursement
Company
Nevada National Security Sites
The Nevada National Security Sites help ensure the security of the United States and its allies by: supporting the stewardship of the nation’s nuclear deterrent; providing nuclear and radiological emergency response capabilities and training; contributing to key nonproliferation and arms control initiatives; executing national-level experiments in support of the National Laboratories; working with national security customers and other federal agencies on important national security activities; and providing long-term environmental stewardship of the NNSS’s Cold War legacy.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Melissa Biernacinski
Action Officer, Government/Customer Relations and Strategic Partnerships
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