Classification Manager

MELE Associates is seeking a Classification Supervisor to support the Records Declassification Review Program (RDRP) managed by Fluor Marine Propulsion (FMP) for the Naval Nuclear Laboratory (NNL). This role is responsible for providing technical expertise in managing the Department of Energy's (DOE) Classification and Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI)  programs and the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program (NNPP).  This role plays a critical role in ensuring the proper handling and protection of sensitive information.  This position is contingent upon contract award.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and interpret local classification and controlled information guidance.
• Initiate and conduct classification and declassification reviews for NNPP documents.
• Analyze reports, publications, and other materials to identify classified or sensitive information.
• Supervise special declassification activities and audits.
• Provide classification and sensitive information guidance to employees and subcontractors.
• Train and certify Derivative Classifiers (DCs) and Unclassified Controlled Nuclear Information (UCNI) Reviewing Officials, analysts and archivists.
• Develop and deliver educational programs on classification and sensitive information.
• Conduct programmatic self-assessments related to security protocols.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree (Professional 3) or Master's degree (Professional 4) in a relevant field.
• 5 years of experience (Professional 3) or 8 years of experience (Professional 4) with at least 3 years related to classification.
• A background in classification, nuclear weapons, or Navy Fuel is preferred.

• Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a DOE Q clearance and a Special Compartmental Information (SCI) Briefing.
• Must be able to obtain DOE HQ certification as a Classification Analyst and Derivative Declassifier.  

Location: Schenectady, NY or College Park, MD

This position is contingent upon contract award.

Salary: Salaries are determined based on several factors including external market data, internal equity, and the candidate’s related knowledge, skills, and abilities for the position.  The estimated salary range for this position is $100-120K per year.

Benefits MELE Offers

· Hybrid remote/office work environment
· Employer-paid employee Medical, Dental and Vision Care
· Low-Cost Family Health Care offered
· Federal Holidays and three (3) weeks’ vacation
· 401(k) with Employer Match
· Cross-training opportunities



About MELE Associates, Inc.

With over 300 employees and offices in Rockville, MD, Washington, DC, and Albuquerque, NM, MELE is a veteran-owned (VOSB), minority-owned small business that has been empowering its customers with innovative solutions for more than three decades. MELE has team members located across the U.S. and has served more than a hundred countries across hundreds of project locations. The company offers technical, engineering, and programmatic support expertise to a host of U.S. federal and international agencies, including, but not limited to, the Department of Energy, the National Nuclear Security Administration, the Department of Defense, the Department of Homeland Security, the Department of Justice, INTERPOL, and the International Atomic Energy Agency. MELE’s services include national security and intelligence, law enforcement and emergency management training, technical, analytical and program management support, facility management and engineering, chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear (CBRNE) defense and security, and IT/cybersecurity.

MELE Associates, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. MELE Associates, Inc. is an E-Verify employer.

Salary : $100,000 - $120,000