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National Laboratory of the Rockies · 10 hours ago

Classification Information Security Analyst

Golden, CO

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$82K/yr - $147K/yr

8+ years exp

National Laboratory of the Rockies (NLR) is the nation's primary laboratory for energy systems research and development located in Golden, Colorado. They are seeking a Classification Information Security Analyst responsible for implementing and managing the Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) program and ensuring compliance with federal information protection policies.

Clean EnergyCleanTechEnergyRenewable Energy

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Maintain up-to-date knowledge of federal OPSEC, CUI, and Classification policies, laws, and regulations

Lead the continued implementation and oversight of the CUI program, including policy, program, and procedure reviews and updates

Collaborate with peer CUI specialists to develop and integrate CUI management solutions into NLR's broader information protection framework

Support the OPSEC and CMPC programs in coordination with INFOSEC assurance analysts

Provide strategic planning, risk management, and program oversight

Mentor staff to ensure compliance with applicable requirements documents and procedures

Coordinate CUI misuse determination, resolution, and reporting

Conduct internal reviews and audits to ensure adherence to security requirements

Review and revise existing CUI training materials; participate in working groups to enhance awareness programs

Provide guidance on proper marking, handling, and safeguarding of CUI, classified, and sensitive information

Support onboarding and refresher training for NLR personnel

Analyze information to determine appropriate CUI, OPSEC, and classification controls for NLR programs and initiatives

Work to resolve security related issues that impact organizational goals

Assist in the review of information as requested to identify and protect sensitive and classified information

Assist with the oversight of proper labeling of CUI documents

Participate in the analysis and investigation of incidents of security concern

Collaborate with internal stakeholders (Legal, IT, Program Management, project managers) to ensure consistent CUI compliance

Build strong working relationships with DOE, lab leadership, and staff to balance security priorities with research and operations objectives in a customer focused manner

Prepare and maintain lab level procedures, training, and internal SOPs

Promote a culture of safety, respect, accountability, and professionalism

Other duties as assigned by management

Qualification

CUI program managementOPSEC complianceClassification policies knowledgeInformation security experienceTraining developmentMicrosoft Office proficiencyProject managementProblem solvingTeam collaboration

Required

Relevant Bachelor's Degree and 5 or more years of experience or equivalent relevant education/experience

Relevant Master's Degree and 3 or more years of experience or equivalent relevant education/experience

Relevant PhD or equivalent relevant education/experience

Relevant JD or equivalent relevant education/experience

Complete understanding and wide application of technical principles, theories and concepts in the field

General knowledge of other related disciplines

Considerable knowledge of laws, regulations, principles, procedures and practices related to specific field

Strong leadership, project management and problem solving skills

Ability to use various computer software programs

DOE Q or TS clearance

Must be able to obtain and maintain a DOE security clearance at the DOE (Q) and SCI access or DoD (TS) and SCI level

Must meet educational requirements prior to employment start date

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and at least 8 years of relevant experience in information security or reviewing research documents (or equivalent combination of education and experience)

Ability to respond to inquiries about document markings and accountability requirements

Experience developing and delivering training on protecting CUI, proprietary, or classified information

Motivated self-starter with the ability to work independently and as part of collaborative teams across the laboratory and DOE complex

Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to adapt to shifting priorities and meet deadlines

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Ability to use discretion and maintain strict confidentiality

Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team-based environment

Ability to obtain and maintain a TS clearance