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Physical Security Lock and Key Administrator

Pantex

Job Location:

Amarillo, TX - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer

Posted: 3 July 2026 (30+ days ago)

Application Deadline: 30 September 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Location: Amarillo TX - Pantex Plant
Job Title: Physical Security Lock and Key Administrator
Career Level From: Staff Member
Career Level To: Staff Member
Organization: Physical Security ()
Job Specialty: Physical Security

What Youll Do

Responsible for leading and managing the Lock and Key program. The Lock and Key program manage all levels of keys to include administrative keys Level l ll and lll annual and bi-annual inventory combination changes safe inspections safe moves and excessing. Program lead is also responsible to ensure key core change outs keys cores padlock life cycle drill safes due to hardware failures all repairs General Services Administration (GSA) certification and administers the entire program. Identify and researches new technology as it relates to the physical security requirements and makes recommendations based on subject-matter expertise; prepares projects and procedures required for construction modification replacement repair or safety of Security facilities; Acts as liaison to field operations in the areas of design and implementation of securing the facilities with internal and external customer representatives on programs and projects under his/her cognizance and coordinates activities with other divisions to ensure completion of program requirements in accordance with delivery schedules; reviews submits and makes recommendations regarding reports studies proposals and safety improvement projects; assists design for lock and key equipment involving security projects; reviews and submits for approval the purchase of equipment; plans and schedules work on assigned programs and follows up to ensure specifications are met; reviews and approves preliminary drawings of security features and doors; assists employee teams through a problem-solving process utilizing facilitation skills; and specifies approves tracks and controls areas of assignment. Provides system solutions to specific security concerns identified through customer requests and security audits. Will provide work requests for multiple bargaining employees based on a priority scheme who will perform all work.

Develops reviews and maintains technical documentation security systems configuration change control management including compliance with Pantex document control. Monitors policies and standards with Department of Energy (DOE)/National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA)/Pantex/Industry on Physical Security Systems.

Duties for this job may also include planning implementation administration and management of the electronic tracking software required by DOE Order. Backup for other programs as necessary. May complete other duties as assigned by management.

Minimum Job Requirements

High school diploma: Minimum 7 years of relevant relevant experience ranging from 7 to 10 years.
Associate degree in related discipline: Minimum 4 years of relevant experience.

Department of Energy (DOE) Order 426.2A Requirements

Not applicable

Preferred Job Requirements

Knowledge and experience with lock and key systems.
Demonstrated knowledge and experience in Pantex facility locations.
Experience conducting research investigating alternative solutions and recommending solutions on problems affecting the Lock and Key program and/ or other security and safeguards programs.
Familiarity with DOE order 473.1A.

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When you #JointheMission you choose a lifetime career where your commitment is genuinely valued and rewarded. At Pantex we believe that extraordinary talent thrives when supported by a balanced life. Discover the flexibility that empowers you to excel coupled with a benefits package designed for your total peace of mind from comprehensive health coverage and robust retirement planning to opportunities for continuous learning through education reimbursement.

Notes

The minimum education and experience for the lowest career level in the job posting range are listed under Minimum Job Requirements. Successful candidates hired into a higher career level than the minimum in the range must meet the requirements listed in the job leveling charts for the career level into which they are being hired.

If a range of Career Levels is posted i.e. Senior Associate to Senior Specialist internal applicants already in one of the Career Levels would come across at their current Career Level. Internal applicants currently in a lower level Career Level would move to the lowest posted Career Level.

Requires a Q clearance; however all qualified candidates will be considered regardless of their current clearance status. The ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy Q clearance is required.

Position may require entry into Materials Access Areas (MAA) and participation in the Human Reliability Program (HRP). If HRP is required candidate must complete a counterintelligence-scope polygraph pursuant to 10 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) 709. Medical requirements may apply.

Pantex is a drug-free workplace. Candidates accepting a job offer will be required to pass a pre-placement physical drug screening and background investigation. As an employee you may be required to receive and maintain a security clearance from the United States Department of Energy in order to meet eligibility requirements for access to sensitive information or matter. U.S. citizenship is a requirement for security clearance applicants. All employees are subject to random selection for drug testing without advance notification.

Pantex is an equal opportunity employer and does not tolerate discrimination in the terms and conditions of employment on the basis of race color sex sexual orientation pregnancy age religion national origin ancestry genetic information disability veteran status or other characteristic protected by law. Such terms and conditions of employment include but are not limited to hiring training promotion discipline compensation benefits and termination of employment. Pantex takes affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans; including disabled veterans recently separated veterans active-duty wartime or campaign badge veterans and Armed Forces service medal veterans. All employment decisions are based on business needs job requirements and individual qualifications.

Required Experience:

Unclear Seniority

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