Alternate Special Security Officer - National Security Research Oversight Office

Job Description

Posting Title
Alternate Special Security Officer - National Security Research Oversight Office
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Location
CO - Golden
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Position Type
Regular
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Hours Per Week
40
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Working at NLR
NLR is located at the foothills of the Rocky Mountains in Golden, Colorado is the nation's primary laboratory for energy systems research and development.
Join the National Laboratory of the Rockies (NLR), where world-class scientists, engineers, and experts are accelerating energy innovation through breakthrough research and systems integration. From our mission to our collaborative culture, NLR stands out in the research community for its commitment to an affordable and secure energy future. Spanning foundational science to applied systems engineering and analysis, we focus on solving complex challenges to deliver advanced, secure, reliable, and cost-effective energy solutions. Our work helps strengthen U.S. industries, support job creation, and promote national economic growth.
At NLR, you'll find a mission-driven environment supported by state-of-the-art facilities, multidisciplinary research teams, and strong collaborations with industry, academia, and other national laboratories. We offer robust professional development opportunities, and a competitive benefits package designed to support your career and well-being.
Job Description
The National Security Research Oversight

Office

(NSRO) enables and oversees

the National Laboratory of the Rockies
'

(NLR)

portfolio of national security work

in accordance with

the U.S Department of Energy and other governmental agenc
y

requirements.

NLR

is actively

seeking

an

individual

experienced

in special security operations

to join the NSRO
as an
Alternate Special Security Officer
. This position will report to the NSRO Director
, supporting the Special Security Officer (SSO). The position

requires a self-motivated professional capable of managing and administering security programs for classified and proprietary operations.
You will also initially serve as
a Site Security Manager (SSM).
As the SSM, you will lead on-site security operations supporting the construction of a SCIF.

You will act as the primary liaison between customers, construction teams, and security personnel to ensure strict compliance with ICD 705 requirements, Construction Security Plans (CSPs) and design standards.

Upon completion of the project, you will assume the responsibilities of an ASSO supporting secure facilities across the site.
In collaboration with the

SSO

and

colleagues in NLR's

Office of Laboratory Protection (OLP), you will

support

day-to-day security operations for NSRO, ensuring compliance with all applicable government regulations and policies.

The selected applicant will support the NSRO and

broader national security research team through responsibilities including
:

Serve as the primary on-site authority for all construction security operations and construction site access controls.
Supervise, train and coordinate daily activities of Construction Surveillance Technicians (CSTs) and Access Control Specialists.
Review construction drawings, blueprints, and project documentation to verify adherence to approved security requirements.
Oversee site audits and ensure all required documentation is properly maintained.
Serve as

a

point of contact for SCIFs, and

related

NSRO re
sponsibilities
. Provide training and oversight to personnel to ensure adherence to security protocols
.

Establish and

maintain

liaison with government agencies, external customers, NREL managers, employees, and contractors ensure compliance with National Policy
.

Collaborate with OLP to design, implement, and refine security programs, policies, and procedures for safeguarding classified and proprietary materials
.

Act as a security specialist for SCIF-related activities including document control, physical security (PHYSEC), information assurance (IA), personnel security (PERSEC), operational security (OPSEC), and communication
s

security (COMSEC)
.

In coordination with OLP draft and

maintain

Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Emergency Action Plans for SCIF
s.

Support investigation of

security violations, prepare reports
,

and recommend preventative and corrective measures
.

Oversee the receipt, processing, distribution, and tracking of classified documentation

in physical and electronic forms as

required

by

policy
.

Implement and manage visitor control procedures in compliance with local and national security policy
.

Work closely with DOE/IN, DOE, OLP and

NLR

Research Operations to ensure collaboration and consistency with N
SRO

policy in addition to supporting emerging operational needs, including new facility development
.

Work closely with Research Operations to integrate established NSRO policies and procedures with operations, and to support requirements for new facilities and capabilities
.

Evaluate complex SCI risks and develop

appropriate

mitigations
.

Significant experience

training and mentoring teams unfamiliar with secure operations and policies
.

Demonstrated ability to write clear and concise policies, training documents, investigative/formal reports, and operational documents
.

Background and knowledge related to SCI regulations, facilities, and SCI control systems
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Knowledge of SCIF construction requirements.

Exceptional organizational skills with attention to detail and the ability to manage concurrent priorities
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Strong analytical skills; customer service experience; and the ability to interpret, communicate, and implement complex instructions
.

Outstanding verbal and written communication skills
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Previous

COMSEC experience
.

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Basic Qualifications
Relevant Bachelor's Degree and 9 or more years of experience or equivalent relevant education/experience. Or, relevant Master's Degree and 7 or more years of experience or equivalent relevant education/experience. Or, relevant PhD and 4 or more years of experience or equivalent relevant education/experience. Or, relevant JD and 4 or more years of experience or equivalent relevant education/experience. Applies extensive technical expertise, and has full knowledge of other related disciplines. Contributes to the development of new concepts, techniques and standards. Considered internal subject matter expert. Extensive knowledge of laws, regulations, principles, procedures and practices related to specific field. Excellent leadership, project management and problem solving skills. Ability to use various computer software programs.
* Must meet educational requirements prior to employment start date.
Additional Required Qualifications
Must hold an active DOE Q
, DOE

TS
, or other agency TS

security clearance with the ability to obtain SCI access. SCI access may require a polygraph examination.

Eligibility requirements: To obtain a clearance, an individual must be at least 18 years of age; U.S. citizenship is

required

except in

very limited

circumstances. See

DOE O 472.2A

for

additional

information.

Ability to pass periodic full-scope polygraph tests
.

Minimum of 6 years of experience as an SSO/CSSO in DOE, DoD, or other federal agency with oversight of sensitive security operations
.

K
nowledge

of security regulations, including 32 CFR Part 117 (NISPOM Rule), Executive Orders 12333 and 13526, and Intelligence Community Directives (ICDs) such as the 700 series
.

B
road

expertise

in security disciplines, including personnel security, physical security, technical security, COMSEC, and OPSEC
.

Ability to work collaboratively with

NLR

managers,

staff

and other partners to form enterprise-level active security strategies, best

practices

and policies
.

Experience working in a dynamic environment with shifting priorities
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Willingness to travel (up to 10%) during programming and construction of SCIF facilities and for refinement of policies and procedures
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Ability to respond to after-hours alarms within required

timeframes
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Preferred Qualifications
Significant experience training and mentoring teams unfamiliar with secure operations and policies.
Direct experience in the design and construction of new SCIFs.
Demonstrated ability to write clear and concise policies, training documents, investigative/formal reports, and operational documents.
Background and knowledge related to SCI regulations, facilities, and SCI control systems.
Knowledge of SCIF construction requirements.
Exceptional organizational skills with attention to detail and the ability to manage concurrent priorities.
Strong analytical skills; customer service experience; and the ability to interpret, communicate, and implement complex instructions.
Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.
Previous COMSEC experience.

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Job Application Submission Window
The anticipated closing window for application submission is up to 30 days and may be extended as needed.
Annual Salary Range (based on full-time 40 hours per week)
Job Profile: Professional IV / Annual Salary Range: $100,400 - $180,700
NLR takes into consideration a candidate's education, training, and experience, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value, including seniority and merit systems, and internal pay alignment when determining the salary level for potential new employees. In compliance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, a potential new employee's salary history will not be used in compensation decisions.
Benefits Summary
Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; short*- and long-term disability insurance; pension benefits*; 403(b) Employee Savings Plan with employer match*; life and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance; personal time off (PTO) and sick leave; paid holidays; and tuition reimbursement*. NLR employees may be eligible for, but are not guaranteed, performance-, merit-, and achievement- based awards that include a monetary component. Some