OverviewProvides technical expertise and support associated with the development and operation of one or more of PNNL's individual SAS programs (topical areas) and technical advice and assistance for the development and operation of programs managed by others. Roles in the professional hierarchy are responsible for analysis and interpretation of DOE and other Government Agency regulations, laws, and orders, development of company policies and procedures, development and implementation of qualification training programs, leadership and oversight for the development, implementation and conduct of the assigned program elements (sub-topical areas), project management and oversight of assigned SAS project funding (to include budget development and cost control), and direct support to line management, project management, SAS program management, and the Federal SAS oversight entity for the evaluation and implementation of security requirements in the conduct of PNNL research and operations.ResponsibilitiesSecurity Professional responsible for the leadership of PNNL’s DOE Order required Security Awareness program. Provides senior subject matter expertise for PNNL’s interpretation, implementation, and control of DOE Security Awareness requirements as promulgated through DOE Order 470.4B, Protection Program Operations. Leads and coordinates efforts to deploy and maintain requirements associated with badge and security clearance holder briefings, SF-312 (Classified Information Nondisclosure Agreement) administration, retention and storage, and supplemental security awareness activities, as required by DOE Order. Develops strategies for deploying required briefings, managing SF-312 administration, and supplemental security awareness activities. Responsible for compliance assurance of Security Awareness critical controls embedded in Physical Security and Personnel Security programs, systems, and processes. Additionally, at the Principal Level, the role demonstrates integration with the Laboratory and Directorate’s strategy, and drives a security culture with staff, provides clarity on security processes, and enhances staff engagement, in partnership with senior management and DOE. Responsible for managing complex cross-cutting awareness projects and collaborates with other adjacent functions throughout the Lab, including Internal Communications, Creative Services, Learning and Development, and Change Management to enable effective and compliant development of integrated information and security awareness plans. This will primarily focus on Security Awareness briefing strategies, incident of security concern trending and targeted lessons learned, strategic awareness campaigns, providing a single SAS point of contact for coordinating strategies for managing changes to federal directives or SAS business systems, and organizational relationship development. Will provide PNNL representation and leadership in the DOE Security Awareness Special Interest Group (SASIG) and Energy Facility Contractors Group (EFCOG). Provides expertise and leadership to DOE Office of Science and NNSA Headquarters on strategic complex-wide or national level Security Awareness initiatives.This position demonstrates leadership by translating strategy into specific goals and objectives. Works on complex problems and provides solutions which are innovative and creative. Skilled at working cross-functionally to understand problems and develop and implement solutions. Identifies improvement/efficiency opportunities both within and outside of the Security Awareness program. Demonstrates initiative to implement against opportunities including removing barriers and working successfully with a wide variety of staff and skill sets. Conducts mentoring and training activities for staff. Fosters collaboration and grows the skills of others.Discipline, principal job duties/expectations, and qualitative and quantitative measures of performance that exceed the Functional Descriptor:
Uses professional concepts and organization objectives to resolve complex security issues in creative and effective ways with an ability to balance long-term strategic goals with short-term priorities and network across management systems.
Demonstrates understanding of how SAS actions and deliverables are dependent on and provide dependencies for other parts of the organization. Uses knowledge of those dependencies to increase SAS’s effectiveness and influence.
Leads inter-disciplinary/cross-functional teams to deliver on objectives and identifies issues, develops solutions, and manages implementation of PNNL-wide projects. Exercises independent judgment in methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results.
Internal and external Security contacts often involve coordination among Security Awareness teams across the DOE complex.
Evaluates, using risk-based principles, PNNL compliance with internal and external laws, regulations and requirements that impact SAS.
Presents in cross cutting inter-organizational forums on awareness activities to address immediate and future compliance concerns.
QualificationsMinimum Qualifications:
BS/BA and 9 years of relevant experience -OR-
MS/MA or higher and 7 years of relevant experience -OR-
AA and 18 years of relevant experience -OR-
HS/GED and 20 years of relevant experience
Qualifying experience supporting the areas of: technology protection, facility security, access control, information security, technical security, personnel security, compliance surveys and assessments, risk assessment, incident investigation and response, or patrol operations and alarm response may be counted. Experience must be through work with Department of Energy, Department of Defense, Homeland Security, intelligence community or military operational security, investigations, federal/state/local law enforcement or commercial/industrial security.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with DOE Security Awareness and other adjacent security programs.
Experience as a project lead or project manager.
Experience with Training development, maintenance, and tracking.
Additional InformationThis position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a federal security clearance.Requirements:
U.S. Citizenship
Background Investigation: Applicants selected will be subject to a federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified matter in accordance 10 CFR 710, Appendix B.
Drug Testing: All Security Clearance positions are Testing Designated Positions, which means that the candidate selected is subject to pre-employment and random drug testing. In addition, applicants must be able to demonstrate non-use of illegal drugs, including marijuana, for the 12 consecutive months preceding completion of the requisite Questionnaire for National Security Positions (QNSP).Note: Applicants will be considered ineligible for security clearance processing by the U.S. Department of Energy until non-use of illegal drugs, including marijuana, for 12 months can be demonstrated.Testing Designated PositionThis position is a Testing Designated Position (TDP). The candidate selected for this position will be subject to pre-employment and random drug testing for illegal drugs, including marijuana, consistent with the Controlled Substances Act and the PNNL Workplace Substance Abuse Program.About PNNLPacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) is a world-class research institution powered by a highly educated, diverse workforce committed to the values of Integrity, Creativity, Collaboration, Impact, and Courage. Every year, scores of dynamic, driven people come to PNNL to work with renowned researchers on meaningful science, innovations and outcomes for the U.S. Department of Energy and other sponsors; here is your chance to be one of them!At PNNL, you will find an exciting research environment and excellent benefits including health insurance, and flexible work schedules. PNNL is located in eastern Washington State—the dry side of Washington known for its stellar outdoor recreation and affordable cost of living. The Lab’s campus is only a 45-minute flight (or 3 hour drive) from Seattle or Portland, and is serviced by the convenient PSC airport, connected to 8 major hubs.Commitment to Excellence, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Equal Employment OpportunityOur laboratory is committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment dedicated to solving critical challenges in fundamental sciences, national security, and energy resiliency. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. In support of this commitment, we encourage people of all racial/ethnic identities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities to apply for employment.Pacific Northwest National Laboratory considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), protected veteran status, and any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local laws.We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures and in employment. 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To obtain this credential, new employees must successfully complete and pass a Federal Tier 1 background check investigation. This investigation includes a declaration of illegal drug activities, including use, supply, possession, or manufacture within the last year. This includes marijuana and cannabis derivatives, which are still considered illegal under federal law, regardless of state laws.Mandatory RequirementsPlease be aware that the Department of Energy (DOE) prohibits DOE employees and contractors from having any affiliation with the foreign government of a country DOE has identified as a “country of risk” without explicit approval by DOE and Battelle. If you are offered a position at PNNL and currently have any affiliation with the government of one of these countries, you will be required to disclose this information and recuse yourself of that affiliation or receive approval from DOE and Battelle prior to your first day of employment.Rockstar RewardsEmployees and their families are offered medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, health savings account, flexible spending accounts, basic life insurance, disability insurance, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, tuition assistance, supplemental parental bonding leave, surrogacy and adoption assistance, and fertility support. Employees are automatically enrolled in our company funded pension plan and may enroll in our 401k savings plan. Employees may accrue up to 120 vacation hours per year and may receive ten paid holidays per year.
Research Associates excluded.
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