Use Control Site VerifierSecurity Specialist - Active Clearance Required

We have an opening for a Security Specialist to support the LLNL Use Control Site Coordinator Office. You will perform a full range of advanced diverse and sensitive classified administrative duties. This will include providing daytoday business and security operations for the Office serving as a point of contact for access to Vault Type Rooms and assisting in supporting a variety of classified activities. Under minimal supervision you will perform classified duties typically with multiple components and processes that must be adhered to strictly as outlined by specific policies and procedures. You will have extensive interactions with peers and various levels of management internal and external to LLNL. This position supports the LLNL Use Control Site Coordinator Office in Strategic Deterrence.

This position may offer a hybrid schedule which includes the flexibility to work from home one or more days per week after a probationary period. The specifics of the hybrid schedule including the exact number of days required in the office and virtual work options may vary based on the needs of the team and the organization.

In this role you will

• Serve as the LLNLs Sigma 14/15 Verifier and primary verification pointofcontact on behalf of the LLNL Use Control Site Coordinator; participate in the review and administration of Sigma 14/15 Weapons Data; ensure Sigma 14/15 access holders have sufficient training; validate training records and train individuals as necessary; maintain training and access databases and ensure accurate data entry.
• Serve as the Document and Material Custodian for the LLNL Use Control Program responsible for classified document control and accountability including annual inventory of accountable documents (to include appropriate creation scanning destruction reproduction distribution and marking) and work closely with cognizant Classified Matter Protection and Control offices to assist in the development implementation and adherence to relevant CMPC procedures.
• Ensure proper maintenance of records and administrative controls for classified matter receipt/transfer.  
• Prepare and participate in selfassessments and audits from the Office of Enterprise Assessment and other organizations.
• Review work conducted in limited areas and apply appropriate controls including physical personnel and information security in compliance with LLNL and DOE directives orders and requirements.  
• Support LLNL and HQ security organizations in administering a variety of programmatic security requirements.
• Serve as a resource to program personnel for classified policies and procedures validations security measures and all matters concerning classified documents.
• Oversee Derivative Classifier (DC) and handcarry authority requests renewals and recertifications.
• Oversee classified media transfers transferring data between classified information systems. Screen material for destruction to ensure the retention of critical data as outlined by LLNL Records Management.
• Assist in the occasional security and logistical support for multiagency meetings as required.
• Occasional travel is required typically 12 times per year to support business needs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications :

• This position requires an active Department of Energy (DOE) Qlevel clearance or active TopSecret clearance issued by another U.S. government agency at the time of hire.
• Bachelors degree in security science or related field or the equivalent combination of education training and related experience.
• Extensive experience in classified documents/media handling storage protection and administrative controls.
• Advanced organizational skills that facilitate working in an environment with multiple conflicting priorities. Must be selfmotivated and exercise a high degree of discretion mature judgment and tact in handling classified and/or sensitive information.
• Demonstrated advanced verbal and written communication skills to effectively work with all levels of management and staff internal to the Laboratory.
• Experience supporting and/or leading small diverse teams to ensure effective process implementation.
• Ability to interpret new requirements and assess impacts on organizational objectives and goals.
• Experience developing and writing clear and concise assessments corrective action plans policies procedures or reports.
• Basic knowledge of applying security principles and/or regulatory requirements for access control and escorting policies.
• Experience working closely with various groups within a DOE Security Organization.

Qualifications We Desire

• Experience working effectively in a classified environment and experience working in a scientific or technical program.
• Knowledge and experience working with classified documents media Argus TESA LEAP Repositories Vault Type Rooms Shasta and FileMaker Pro.
• Experience creating and trending internal metrics demonstrating effective analytical and research skills and experience in data gathering and writing of selfassessments.
• Experience reviewing evaluating and assisting with the development of implementation plans for DOE physical security orders manuals and other directives relating to physical security.

Additional Information :

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Position Information

This is a Career Indefinite position open to Lab employees and external candidates.

Why Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory

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• 401(k)
• Relocation Assistance
• Education Reimbursement Program
• Flexible schedules *depending on project needs)
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  This position requires an active Department of Energy (DOE) Qlevel clearance or active Top Secret clearance issued by another U.S. government agency at time of hire. 

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  Remote Work :

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  Employment Type :

  Fulltime