Alternate Special Security Officer - Technical and Physical Security at Oak Ridge National Labo

Alternate Special Security Officer – Technical and Physical Security

Location:

Oak Ridge, TN

Requisition

Level: TP05

• Serve as subject matter expert and point of contact on all aspects of the Technical and Physical Security Program, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements across DOE, DoD, IC, and other federal agencies.
• Provide expert guidance on SCIF construction and modification activities, ensuring all technical security requirements are met.
• Conduct daily health checks and diagnostics of SCIF alarm systems; troubleshoot and respond to alarms in collaboration with the ORNL Protective Force and other emergency services.
• Oversee operations and compliance for multiple government-approved facilities (DOE, DoD, IC, SAP).
• Manage and execute facility security requirements, including SCI, SAP, and sub-compartment program adherence.
• Develop, implement, and assess security procedures, tools, and processes to maintain continuous facility compliance.
• Support audits, inspections, and performance testing; implement corrective actions where needed.
• Maintain relevant SCI directives, manuals, and policies to support ASSO duties and responsibilities.
• Work closely with ISSMs, ISSOs, Counterintelligence Officers, and facilities personnel to ensure end‑to‑end security of SCIFs and associated systems.
• Coordinate and support secure visitor access, SCI packages, document control, and destruction of classified materials.
• Serve as a proactive contributor to a high‑functioning team focused on excellence in security operations.

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and a minimum of 12 years of experience (an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered).
• Active Top Secret clearance with a current SSBI (within the last 5 years).
• Extensive experience supporting Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) programs.
• Proven experience with ACS/IDS technologies, including system troubleshooting and compliance testing.
• Strong background in OPSEC and multiple security disciplines, including information, physical, industrial, and personnel security.
• Working knowledge of DOE
  , DoD
  , and Intelligence Community security policies and procedures, including CAP/SAP environments.
• Experience developing, implementing, and maintaining a multi‑discipline security program for complex R&D and intelligence programs.

• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Proactive self‑starter who thrives in a fast‑paced, high‑security environment.
• Demonstrated attention to detail and ability to follow through on complex tasks.
• Experience working collaboratively in cross‑functional teams.
• Familiarity with TEMPEST, COMSEC, and computer security practices.
• Ability to develop and implement solutions to complex security problems in dynamic environments.
• Prior experience with document control and classified material destruction.

• Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
• Work may involve various physical requirements and working conditions.
• q clearance with SCI
  :
  This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Compartmented Information (SCI) clearance from the Department of Energy. As such, this position is a Workplace Substance Abuse (WSAP) testing designated position. WSAP positions require passing a pre‑placement drug test and participation in an ongoing random drug testing program. In addition, due the SCI, you may also be subject to random polygraph testing.

For employment at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL), a Real  form of identification will be required. Additionally, ORNL is subject to Department of Energy (DOE) access restrictions. All employees must also be able to obtain and maintain a federal Personal Identity Verification (PIV) card as mandated by Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12) and Department of Energy (DOE) Order 473.1A, which requires a favorable post‑employment background investigation.

To obtain this credential, new employees must…