Classification Analyst

Classification Analyst – Savannah River National Laboratory

Savannah River National Laboratory, located at the U.S. Department of Energy’s Savannah River Site (SRS) in Aiken, SC.

Savannah River National Laboratory (SRNL) is seeking a Classification Analyst responsible for providing programmatic and technical expertise to the SRNL Classification Program. In this position you will assist the Classification Officer (CO) and Export Control Officer (ECO) in supporting the management and oversight of the SRNL Classification and Trade Compliance Programs.

Experience in applying current DOE classification guides in areas such as nuclear weapons design and test, military applications, arms control, nuclear nonproliferation, nuclear materials production, intelligence/counterintelligence, to SRNL National Security Programs. Experience working with export control regulations for commodities and technical information. Experience in development, implementation, and oversight of information security or other regulatory programs at SRS.

• Responsible for the development, implementation, and oversight of the Classification Programs, including strategic planning, risk management, and program implementation.
• Assist the Export Control Officer with maintenance and administration of the trade compliance program, coordinating with all levels of staff and management.
• Work with multiple organizations for collaborations and implementation of Information Security programs to align with mission and organizational strategic business plans.
• Review scientific papers and reports to identify scientific and technical information that requires protection or control.
• Maintain a thorough knowledge of constantly changing federal classification/trade compliance policies, laws, and regulations.
• Assist the Classification Officer in maintaining and administering the Classification Program, coordinating with all levels of staff and management.
• Establish and maintain liaison relationships by networking with SRNL management and staff to foster integration, best practices, and meet organizational goals.
• Analyze complex information and provide interpretations to identify OPSEC, CUI, and classification controls that will be required on programmatic work products or processes to adhere to current DOE and other federal agency requirements.
• Analyze complex technical information and provide determinations for trade compliance issues arising from SRNL research or equipment procurements.

• Bachelor’s degree in science and/or technical field and 7‑9 years of relevant experience.
• U.S. Citizenship required for security clearance.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent analytical and interpretation abilities.
• Motivated self‑starter with the ability to work independently and contribute creatively in collaborative teams across the laboratory and DOE complex.
• Ability to function well in a fast‑paced research environment, set priorities to accomplish multiple tasks with deadlines, and adapt to ever‑changing needs.

• Active DOE Q clearance.
• Programmatic Leadership experience.

“We put science to work!” Savannah River National Laboratory (SRNL) is a multi‑program laboratory applying state‑of‑the‑art science and practical, high‑value, cost‑effective solutions to complex technical problems to protect the nation. Located at the U.S. Department of Energy’s Savannah River Site (SRS) in Aiken, SC, the laboratory develops and deploys innovative technologies to address some of the nation’s environmental, energy, and national‑security challenges.

• Benefits vary based on employment status.
• Highly competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision options including HSA options with company‐provided seed.
• Short‑ and Long‑Term Disability (company paid).
• Life Insurance non‑contributory 1X salary (company paid).
• AD&D non‑contributory 1X salary (company paid).
• Savings & Investment plan:
  Qualified Non‑Elective Company Contribution of 5% each pay period with immediate vesting;
  Company match 50 cents/dollar up to 8% (3 years vesting in company match).
• Contributory Life Insurance up to 5X…