Oak Ridge National Laboratory · 13 hours ago
Security Risk Analyst
Oak Ridge, TN
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
8+ years expOak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) is seeking a Security Risk Analyst to join their Laboratory Protection Division. The role involves evaluating security threats and vulnerabilities for Department of Energy assets and developing security plans to protect sensitive materials.
EnergyChemical & MaterialsRenewable EnergyManufacturingAdvanced MaterialsClean EnergyEnergy ManagementNuclear
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Lead multiple analytical projects annually to support DOE risk management decisions with minimal oversight
Communicate status updates and results to Laboratory Protection Division management, Laboratory organizations, and other Prime Contractors in a clear and concise manner
Adhere to the DOE Order 470.3C, Design Basis Threat to maintain compliance
Conduct assessments of Nuclear Material Control and Accountability (NMC&A) operations, Physical Security, Protective Force and Security Systems functions
Assist in the development of security plans for facilities at ORNL ensuring required protection measures are in place to protect special nuclear material, classified matter, and other DOE assets based upon analysis
Working knowledge of current versions DOE Order 473.1A, Physical Protection Program , DOE Order 470.4C, Safeguards and Security Planning, and DOE Order 470.3C, Design Basis Threat
Understand the graded protection approach and security risk assessment process and the ability to practically evaluate protection measures
Assist with performing remediation and mitigation planning to develop options to reduce mission risks and vulnerabilities
Provide support for development/revision of Standard Based Management System subject areas, internal procedures, facility security plans, and the ORNL Site Security Plan
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Align 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
Qualification
Required
A BS degree in Homeland Security, Security Management, Security Risk Management or related field
A minimum of 8 years of relevant experience in security risk management or safeguards and security related field. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Align 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
Working knowledge of current versions DOE Order 473.1A, Physical Protection Program, DOE Order 470.4C, Safeguards and Security Planning, and DOE Order 470.3C, Design Basis Threat
Understand the graded protection approach and security risk assessment process and the ability to practically evaluate protection measures
Conduct assessments of Nuclear Material Control and Accountability (NMC&A) operations, Physical Security, Protective Force and Security Systems functions
Assist in the development of security plans for facilities at ORNL ensuring required protection measures are in place to protect special nuclear material, classified matter, and other DOE assets based upon analysis
Assist with performing remediation and mitigation planning to develop options to reduce mission risks and vulnerabilities
Provide support for development/revision of Standard Based Management System subject areas, internal procedures, facility security plans, and the ORNL Site Security Plan
Preferred
A MS degree in Homeland Security, Security Management, Security Risk Management or related field
Experience performing Vulnerability Assessments and/or Security Risk Assessments on radiological, chemical, or biological assets
Experience performing insider threat analyses
Proficient in both qualitative and quantitative analysis techniques
Experience in the application of assessment methods which illustrates the candidate maintains a high level of proficiency in the identification of security vulnerabilities and developing effective measures to mitigate the identified weaknesses
Active DOE security clearance
Motivated self-starter with the ability to work independently and to participate creatively in collaborative teams across the laboratory
Ability to function well in a fast-paced research environment, set priorities to accomplish multiple tasks within deadlines, and adapt to ever changing needs
Benefits
Medical and retirement plans
Flexible work hours
Prescription Drug Plan
Dental Plan
Vision Plan
401(k) Retirement Plan
Contributory Pension Plan
Life Insurance
Disability Benefits
Generous Vacation and Holidays
Parental Leave
Legal Insurance with Identity Theft Protection
Employee Assistance Plan
Flexible Spending Accounts
Health Savings Accounts
Wellness Programs
Educational Assistance
Relocation Assistance
Employee Discounts
Company
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Oak Ridge National Laboratory holds a range of R&D assignments, from fundamental nuclear physics to applied R&D on advanced energy systems.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$9.8MKey Investors
US Department of Energy
2023-09-21Grant· $4.8M
2023-07-27Grant
2022-03-14Grant· $5M
Leadership Team
Arjun Shankar
Division Director, National Center for Computational Sciences, Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Brett Ellis
Division Director - Research Computing Support
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