NSDD Project Support - National Security Specialist 3 - Pacific Northwest National Laboratory

**Overview** Protecting U.S. residents and visitors is among our nation's highest priorities. As adversaries gain access to sophisticated technologies and materials, the threats grow more dynamic and complex-from cyber and nuclear to chemical and biological weapons of mass effect and other forms of terrorism. The PNNL national security mission employs our researchers, tools, and technologies to play a key role in advancing the ability to identify and secure nuclear materials, detect weapons of mass effect, manage nonproliferation treaties, secure our nation's borders, and protect critical infrastructures. PNNL's scientific discovery and capabilities-rooted in innovative theory, methods, algorithms, and tools-are enabling stronger, more resilient technologies and systems to safeguard national security. Coupled with decades of radiological and nuclear materials expertise, advanced computing and threat analysis capabilities, and a broad fundamental science base, we are identifying and countering emerging threats that have significant impact at home and around the globe. The National Security Directorate (NSD) Physical Detection System and Deployment Division's Technology Integration (TI) Group seeks a National Security Specialist. In this role, the candidate will support the U.S. Department of Energy/National Nuclear Security Administration's (DOE/NNSA) Office of Nuclear Smuggling Detection and Deterrence (NSDD) by serving as a subject matter expert in areas of nuclear nonproliferation and/or national security and offering project manager support. Specifically, the position will support the NSDD Sustainability Program, building partner capacity to sustain and continuously improve the people, processes, and equipment associated with countries' counter-nuclear smuggling (CNS) programs. **Responsibilities** This position will assist with the overall planning, execution, control, and coordination of project activities to develop and improve CNS capabilities in NSDD partnering countries and provide technical expertise in international relationships and capability development. The candidate will report directly to the assigned NSDD Sustainability Managers (SMs) for the day-to-day execution of project activities and be accountable to the NSDD Sustainability Program Manager for expert delivery and customer relationship development. This candidate will interface with PNNL SMs, DOE/NNSA Federal Managers, partner country stakeholders, and other international stakeholders. Specific duties and responsibilities include: + Provide technical and project management expertise to assist SMs in developing and implementing NSDD projects; + Deliver technical and project management support for assigned project activities, including project planning, scheduling, budgeting, change control, project documentation, performance tracking, and reporting while complying with all Program policies and procedures; + Assist NSDD multidisciplinary country teams to coordinate and schedule activities with partner countries; + Have broad expertise or unique knowledge, use skills to contribute to the mission and goals of the NSDD Sustainability Program in creative and effective ways; + Serve as a technical subject matter expert for international relationships and/or development of outreach materials; and + Plan and support NSDD country visits to assess CNS capabilities. This includes preparing briefings for discussions with senior partner country government officials, managing logistics contracts, and coordinating trip approvals. The candidate will reside as a member of the Technology Integration group within the National Security Directorate. He or she will report directly to the NSDD Sustainability Program Manager and be accountable for expert delivery and customer relationship management. This position is accountable to the NSDD Sustainability Program Manager for: + Overseeing assigned technical and project management tasks to ensure project activities comply with technical scope, budget, and schedule commitments while complying with all Program policy requirements. + Providing technical expertise and coordination. This position is accountable to the assigned Team Lead for: + Adherence to laboratory policies and procedures including, but not limited to, timely time reporting, annual refresher training, and project-specific training; adherence to expense report policies, etc. + Communication and commitment to professional development activities. Provide technical expertise in the development, operation and implementation of security systems, operational security, nuclear material safeguards, vulnerability assessments, risk analysis, security policy, and critical infrastructure protection. Apply specialized knowledge of equipment and technologies deployed for physical security, WMD counter-proliferation, and interdiction operations. Develop and implement training, exercises, procedures, logistics strategies, concept of operations, planning, and assessment techniques and tools associated with the deployment, operation, maintenance, and sustainability of these systems. Conduct assessments, evaluations and analysis of these systems to support troubleshooting, forecast reliability and sustainability challenges, and identify opportunities for technological or operational enhancements. Utilize breadth and depth of knowledge related to national and international safeguards and security policies and guidelines in the development and implementation of security strategies. Areas of emphasis include program planning and management, system design and analysis, tactics and training, requirements definition, and operational sustainability. Serve as a technical subject matter expert for procurement, installation and maintenance of integrated systems, including identification of R&D opportunities associated with next generation security systems, counter-proliferation and interdiction technologies. Communicate with a wide range of federal, state, and local authorities regarding policies, requirements, and conduct of operations both domestically and internationally. **Qualifications** 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 in the following areas will be counted: Department of Energy, Department of Defense, Homeland Security, intelligence community or military that supports national security or radiation detection/protection operations Preferred Qualifications: + Demonstrated ability to work proactively with clients and to initiate and carry out new activities independently. + Demonstrated ability to interact successfully with U.S. Government sponsors and senior program managers. + Demonstrated ability to work in a highly politically sensitive environment due to the nature of business dealings with senior federal staff and the high visibility of the program. + Demonstrated organizational skills with an ability to adapt and prioritize work assignments in a rapidly changing environment. + Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a demonstrated ability for writing technical, policy-oriented, and project documents in a clear and understandable manner. + Knowledge of contracting principles and business practices within the government, commercial and international arenas; knowledge of a wide range project management, marketing, and financial practices; knowledge of business standards and practices. + Prior experience working with U.S. Government sponsors in national security initiatives, experience working with the Department of Energy and the Department of Defense preferred. + Demonstrated ability to successfully work with other cultures and non-native English speakers in international environments, particularly in countries located in Southeast Asia and/or the Middle East strongly preferred. + Technical education in a science/engineering, international relations, or security related field. + Experience working with DOE/NNSA budgeting processes and/or management of government funded national security projects. + Experience developing standard operating procedures and response plans to enhance the nuclear security capabilities of domestic and/or international government stakeholders. + Pre-existing experience/relationships with NNSA NSDD clients strongly preferred. **Hazardous Working Conditions/Environment** + Frequent domestic and/or international travel is required (not to exceed 25%). **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 with 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 Position** 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, flexible work schedules and telework options. PNNL is located in eastern Washington State-the dry side of Washington known for its stellar outdoor recreation and affordable cost of living. 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Instead, our compensation offers are determined by the specific requirements of the position, prevailing market trends, applicable collective bargaining agreements, pay equity for the position type, and individual qualifications and skills relevant to the performance of the position. **Minimum Salary** USD $83,200.00/Yr. **Maximum Salary** USD $128,800.00/Yr.