Classification Analyst; Scientist

What You Will Do

Come join our team! We are looking for a Scientist 3/4 to support the Defense Protection Directorate's Office of Classification and Controlled Information (ALDDP-OCCI). ALDDP-OCCI supports the Laboratory's National Security Mission by ensuring that Laboratory employees understand their role in the protection of sensitive US Government information.

This position will be filled at either the Scientist 3 or 4 level, depending on the skills and experience of the selected candidate. Additional job responsibilities (outlined below) will be assigned if the candidate is hired at the higher level.

($125,200 - $211,300)

Scientist 3 will be responsible for working collaboratively and collegially with peers in the LANL Office of Classification and Controlled Information to support the Laboratory's Classification Officer (CO) in successfully implementing the Laboratory's Classification Program in accordance with DOE Order 475.2B, Identifying Classified Information, providing innovative approaches to enhance work process efficiency and efficacy. Read and comprehend the corpus of classification guides issued to the Laboratory by US Government sponsors and analyze their applicability to the diverse and complex national security problems being addressed across the Laboratory.

Assist and participate in training new LANL Derivative Classifiers (DCs) supporting a broad range of technical programs and briefing all LANL employees on classification matters. As needed, collaboratively develop interpretive classification to assist the Laboratory's DCs by summarizing classification guidance from diverse sources in the context of a specific, complex, and interdisciplinary problem/project/program.

($150,300 - $260,800)

In addition to Scientist 3 responsibilities, the Scientist 4 requires a senior Scientist who will mentor fellow scientists and collaboratively develop and implement comprehensive technical training for DCs supporting Laboratory programs and organizations to identify classified aspects of work within specific programmatic areas. Lead in the preparation and delivery of engaging, relevant, comprehensive, and effective classification training for new uncleared Laboratory employees, newly cleared Laboratory employees, and DCs and technical staff, supporting the broadest range of classified programs.

Work with classification experts at other Laboratories and Federal agencies as needed to ensure consistent application and interpretation of relevant classification guidance.

• Thorough knowledge and expertise in classified U.S. Government programs.
• Understanding of DOE/NNSA policies, practices and procedures relating to classification and controlled unclassified information.
• Extensive communication skills as demonstrated by delivering presentations covering complex scientific and technical subjects.
• Exceptional demonstrated interpersonal skills including the ability to work effectively in interdisciplinary teams.
• Comprehensive ability to read and comprehend large volumes of technical information quickly.
• Strong customer service mindset.

• Evidence of confidence in making and defending decisions based on independent analysis of technical information.
• Advanced expertise in communication as demonstrated by developing, writing, and delivering presentations covering complex scientific and technical subjects.
• In‑depth knowledge of classified DOE programmatic work, including DOE‑IN.
• Demonstrated ability to balance multiple tasks in a dynamic, unpredictable environment.
• Advanced interpersonal skills including the ability to lead interdisciplinary teams.

Scientist 3 position requires a graduate degree in a STEM field from an accredited college or university and 6 years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.

Scientist 4 position requires a graduate degree in a STEM field from an accredited college or university and 12 years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination…