What are the responsibilities and job description for the Technical Security Professional position at Pacific Northwest National Laboratory?
Overview:
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Responsibilities:
Requirements:
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 Position (TDP):
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 Opportunity:
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. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, contact us at careers@pnnl.gov.
Drug Free Workplace:
If you are offered employment at PNNL, you must pass a drug test prior to commencing employment. PNNL complies with federal law regarding illegal drug use. Under federal law, marijuana remains an illegal drug. If you test positive for any illegal controlled substance, including marijuana, your offer of employment will be withdrawn.
HSPD-12 PIV Credential Requirement:
The PNNL SAS Information Security Professional position is responsible and accountable to assist, contribute, and learn from the incumbent PNNL SAS Information Security Professional in providing support, insights, and technical expertise in the development, implementation, and management of the Technical Security Countermeasures (TSCM-detect, deter, isolate, and nullify technical surveillance penetrations and hazards) and Communications Security (COMSEC-protect and control the means and materials used in encrypted communications) Programs. Formal appointment by the DOE Central Office of Record as the Technical Surveillance Countermeasures Officer (TSCMO) and COMSEC Custodian (Alternate) is required.
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Employees 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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- Accepts responsibility from and is accountable to the Safeguards and Security (SAS) Information Security Manager for the successful operation of the COMSEC, TEMPEST, and TSCM programs. Under the day-to-day direction of senior level Security Specialists, the incumbent executes plans and procedures to effectively implement program policy.
- This position is directly responsible and accountable for providing program support, insights and technical support in the development, implementation, and management of the Communications Security (COMSEC), TEMPEST, and Technical Surveillance Countermeasures (TSCM) topical areas to facilitate effective functional SAS protection, control and accountability programs are in place for the interests of PNNL.
- As the Alternate COMSEC Account Manager, this position is appointed to execute all the duties required to maintain a compliant DOE COMSEC account.
- As the Alternate Technical Surveillance Countermeasures Officer (TSCMO) this position is appointed to perform the duties of the TSCMO Coordinator during periods when the TSCMO Coordinator is not available.
- As the Alternate TEMPEST Coordinator this position is appointed to perform the duties of the TEMPEST Coordinator during the periods when the TEMPEST Coordinator is not available.
- Expected to be an expert in this specialty area, and to be proficient in related SAS disciplines. The incumbent provides timely, accurate, and complete direction, advice, and assistance to all levels of management, as well as other staff members located throughout the consolidated Laboratory.
- Establishes and maintains liaison relationships by networking with PNNL management & staff, DOE, Field Intelligence Element (FIE), and other Contractors to foster integration, best practices and meet Division goals.
- Occasionally serves as consultant to senior management.
Minimum Qualifications:
- BS/BA and 5 years of relevant experience -OR-
- MS/MA or higher and 3 years of relevant experience -OR-
- AA and 14 years of relevant experience -OR-
- HS/GED and 16 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:
- Possesses the ability to understand, evaluate, assess, and prioritize regulations and their applicability to PNNL and the SAS topical areas assigned.
- Possesses the ability to successfully communicate, integrate and coordinate with internal staff, stakeholders and external customers and effectively guide and mentor staff.
- Possesses the ability to identify trends and impacts, use innovative ideas to enhance business results and to influence policy and set direction across national organizations within the area of expertise.
- Possesses the ability to use skills to contribute to the development of organizational objectives, programs, and principles. Is able to apply and/or develop advanced technical principles, theories, and concepts.
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Additional Information:
This 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.
This 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 PNNL:
Pacific 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.
Our 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. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, contact us at careers@pnnl.gov.
PNNL is committed to a drug-free workplace supported by Workplace Substance Abuse Program (WSAP) and complies with federal laws prohibiting the possession and use of illegal drugs.
If you are offered employment at PNNL, you must pass a drug test prior to commencing employment. PNNL complies with federal law regarding illegal drug use. Under federal law, marijuana remains an illegal drug. If you test positive for any illegal controlled substance, including marijuana, your offer of employment will be withdrawn.
In accordance with Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12) and Department of Energy (DOE) Order 473.1A, new employees are required to obtain and maintain a HSPD-12 Personal Identity Verification (PIV) Credential. 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.
