SCIF Security Specialist

What You Will Do

SCIF & SAPF Operations (SSO-2), within the Special and Sensitive Operations (SSO) Division, is seeking a Security Specialist 2 to provide security support for Special Access Programs (SAPs) and Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities (SCIFs). The role will use knowledge of DOE‑IN, NNSA, and/or LANL safeguards and security policies to assess operations, interpret policies, and recommend improvements for operational and programmatic effectiveness.

This position involves providing internal and external customer service with a high degree of consequence for error. Responsibilities include managing daily SCIF/SAP security operations such as information security, classified material control, access control, personnel security functions, security integration, audits and assessments, and intake/tracking of security inquiries. The specialist will interpret and apply DOE‑IN, NNSA, and/or LANL safeguards in a variety of scenarios, provide resolutions to security problems requiring data analysis, plan and implement schedules, and implement corrective actions in response to identified deficiencies.

The role requires occasional travel and non‑standard work hours. The specialist may be required to be on‑call for a minimum of one week each month (24/7, including holidays) and must respond to the worksite within one hour.

• Manage daily SCIF/SAP security operations, including information security, classified materials control, access control operations, personnel security functions, security integration, security audits and assessments, and intake/tracking of security inquiries.
• Interpret and apply DOE‑IN, NNSA, and/or LANL safeguards and security policies to resolve a variety of issues related to SCIF/SAP security operations.
• Provide resolutions to a diverse range of security problems requiring data analysis and evaluation.
• Plan and implement schedules to meet objectives.
• Implement corrective actions at the direction of the SSO or PSO and assess the effectiveness of solutions.
• Have experience working in SCIF environments during renovation or construction, with a solid understanding of security requirements and access controls.
• Provide comprehensive customer service to internal customers.
• Coordinate the acquisition, installation, or replacement of equipment designed to increase efficiency of security operations.

Security Experience
Technical experience in one or more of the major security areas: information security, physical security, computer security, personnel security, classified matter management, accountable classified matter management, SCIF operations, security assessments, and internal tracking of security assessment findings.

DOE Experience
Familiar with DOE Orders and LANL requirements related to Safeguards and Security Programs and experience in DOE security audits and inspections.

Communication
Ability to prepare and present security and safeguards reports to internal and external customers at all levels. Excellent communication skills and proven ability to operate in a team environment.

Security Technical Knowledge
Professional/specialized knowledge and experience in one or more of the major security areas: physical security, SAP operations, or other high‑security activities. Experience conducting research, investigating alternatives, and recommending solutions on problems affecting security and safeguards.

Auditing and Assessment
Proven in‑depth knowledge of DOE Orders and LANL requirements related to Safeguards and Security Programs and experience in DOE assessments and internal tracking of assessment findings.

SCIF Construction and Renovation
Demonstrated experience supporting or managing SCIF renovation and construction efforts while ensuring security and regulatory compliance.

Education/Experience
Position requires a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution and four years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.

• Alternate Program Security Officer or Alternate Special Security Officer experience.
• Knowledgeable with Intelligence Community Directives (ICDs),…