Summary This position is part of the Department of Energy (DOE), National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA), Sandia Field Office (SFO). A successful candidate in this position will serve as Security Specialist, with responsibility for providing oversight of protection and control of sensitive or classified information and Special Nuclear Material (SNM) at Sandia National Laboratories. Responsibilities As a Security Specialist, you will: Comprehensive knowledge of DOE / NNSA Safeguards and Security program requirements to function as a technical authority in assignments requiring the application of existing and new theories and developments to security problems not susceptible to treatment by accepted security methods, technology, or procedures. Serves as a security expert for the SFO and is responsible for performing day-to-day safeguards and security oversight and ensuring compliance and performance throughout the Sandia National Laboratories (SNL) sites. Performs oversight duties, including assessments, corrective action/issues management, performance measurement and operating experience to conduct system analysis of the contractor's performance in assigned areas of oversight responsibility. Prepares correspondence, reports, and briefing materials for both Internal and external audiences. Serves as a team member on performance and compliance-based assessments, program reviews, self-assessments and audits focused on SFO and contractor security program operations. Requirements Conditions of Employment Subject to Random Drug Testing Must pass a pre-employment drug test. Favorable suitability determination required. Must be able to obtain/maintain a Q level Security Clearance. You must be a United States Citizen. This employer participates in the e-Verify program. Males must abide by Selective Service registration requirements. Compliance with Homeland Security Presidential Directive (HSPD-12) governing personal identity which will require that you provide two forms of identification. A one year probationary period may be required. Qualifications SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS A qualified candidate's online application and resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower NNSA Demonstration Project pay band or GS grade level in the Federal Service i.e., NQ-02 or GS-12. Specialized experience for this position is defined as: Applicants must possess at least 2 of the 3 below. 1. Oversight of security programs and functions. 2. Conducting system analysis of the security performance in assigned areas of oversight responsibility. 3. Serving as a security team member on performance and compliance-based assessments, program reviews, self-assessments and audits. "Experience" refers to paid and unpaid experience. Examples of qualifying unpaid experience may include: volunteer work done through National Service programs (such as Peace Corps and AmeriCorps); as well as work for other community-based philanthropic and social organizations. Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills; and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. CTAP/ICTAP candidates: To be considered "well qualified" you must meet all of the requirements as described in this section. If you are eligible for career transition assistance plans such as ICTAP or CTAP, you must meet the definition of "well qualified" which is defined as having a score of 85 or better. You must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements within 30 days of the closing date of this announcement. Education This job does not have an education qualification requirement. Additional Information The U.S. Department of Energy fosters a diverse and inclusive workplace and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For more information, please visit the links at the bottom of this page or visit the FedsHireVets website. If you believe that you are eligible for the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP), please visit the OPM ICTAP/CTAP website for more information. In order to be considered under the ICTAP program, your application must score within the pre-established "well qualified" category as stated in the Qualifications section. More than one selection may be made from this vacancy announcement. Some positions may require completion of a probationary period of up to 1 (one) year. Many positions require successful completion of a background investigation. All males born after December 31,1959 must abide by laws regarding Selective Service registration. To learn more about this law, visit the Selective Service web page, Who Must Register. If you are not registered and don't have an approved exemption, you will not be eligible for employment with the Federal government. A Recruitment/Relocation Incentive may be authorized for a highly qualified applicant in accordance with Agency policy. EEO Policy: Click HERE. Reasonable Accommodation Policy: Click HERE. Veterans Information: Click HERE. Telework: Click HERE. Selective Service Registration: Click HERE. Information about the NNSA Demonstration project can be found by clicking HERE.