Classification Analyst

National Nuclear Security Administration•Germantown, MD

About The Position

The National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) enhances global security through nuclear deterrence, nonproliferation, counterterrorism, naval nuclear propulsion, and national leadership in science, technology, and engineering. NNSA Classification Analysts help ensure the proper implementation of the NNSA Classification Program and the accurate, consistent protection of the Agency’s classified equities. In this role, you will obtain and maintain derivative classification, derivative declassification, and Unclassified Controlled Nuclear Information (UCNI) Reviewing Official certifications with broad authority for NNSA. You will assess NNSA-generated material against current DOE/NNSA guidance, conduct independent reviews for public release and in response to FOIA and Mandatory Declassification Review requests, and defend classification and UCNI determinations to senior management. You will also evaluate classification and UCNI programs at NNSA labs, plants, and sites and contribute to the development and review of related guidance and policy. The position is subject to security, suitability, drug-testing, financial-disclosure, identity-verification, and qualification requirements. The incumbent must be able to obtain and maintain a Q-level security clearance and obtain DOE Technical Qualification Program certification within 18 months of the start date. A one-year probationary period may be required. The position is covered by the DOE Technical Qualification Program, which requires demonstrating specified competencies and certification by NNSA supervisors and qualifying officials. Candidates must meet the stated specialized-experience requirements and the applicable basic education requirements for either the General Engineering (0800) or Physical Science (1301) series. The announcement describes qualifying engineering degrees or education-and-experience alternatives, and physical-science degrees or education-and-experience alternatives. Education relied upon must be from an accredited institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education; foreign education generally requires an evaluation for U.S. equivalency.

Requirements

At least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower NNSA pay band or GS grade level in Federal service, such as EN-03, NN-03, NQ-03, or GS-13.
Ability to review and interpret DOE/NNSA classification guidance relating to technical data in the NNSA mission space and defend classification decisions using sound reasoning grounded in guidance.
Ability to conduct independent assessments of federal and contractor classification offices using relevant DOE/NNSA policy to determine compliance with regulations.
Ability to interpret classification policy as it applies to DOE/NNSA equities and provide interpretation and application guidance to NNSA elements.
Experience developing and delivering executive-level briefings to senior leadership on complex technical analyses, risk assessments, and classification-program justifications.
Must be a United States citizen.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Q-level security clearance and receive a favorable suitability determination.
Must pass a pre-employment drug test and is subject to random drug testing.
Financial disclosure is required.
Must comply with HSPD-12 identity requirements and provide two forms of identification.
Must meet Selective Service registration requirements, if applicable.
Must obtain DOE Technical Qualification Program certification within 18 months of the start date.
For the Engineering Series (0800), meet the stated engineering degree requirement or an accepted combination of education and experience, including applicable registration/licensure or written-test pathways.
For the Physical Science Series (1301), meet the stated degree requirement in physical science, engineering, or mathematics with 24 semester hours in physical science and/or related engineering science, or the specified education-and-experience combination.
Education used to meet qualifications must be from an institution accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education; applicable foreign education must be evaluated and documented.
Submit a resume of no more than two pages.

Responsibilities

Obtain and maintain derivative classification, derivative declassification, and UCNI Reviewing Official certifications with broad authority for NNSA.
Review documents and material generated by NNSA Program Offices and evaluate them against current DOE/NNSA Classification Guidance.
Defend classification and UCNI determinations verbally and in writing to NNSA senior management.
Conduct independent classification and UCNI reviews of Program Office documents intended for public release and respond to review requests in a timely manner.
Conduct independent classification and UCNI reviews of documents responsive to FOIA and Mandatory Declassification Review requests.
Evaluate the implementation and health of classification and UCNI programs at NNSA laboratories, plants, and sites.
Review and provide comments on new and existing classification and UCNI guidance.
Review and provide comments on new and existing classification policy.
Develop and deliver executive-level briefings to senior leadership communicating technical analyses, risk assessments, and justifications supporting classification program implementation.