Information Security Specialist

LLNL•Livermore, CA

19h•Onsite

About The Position

We have an opening for an Information Security Specialist. You will be responsible for the daily execution of the information and technical security functions to ensure compliance with Department of Energy (DOE) security standards. You will support the implementation, administration, and monitoring of security practices designed to protect sensitive information, systems, and operations. This position requires full-time on-site presence due to the nature of the work. This position will be filled at either level based on knowledge and related experience as assessed by the hiring team. Additional job responsibilities (outlined below) will be assigned if hired at the higher level. You will Provide complex and dynamic professional security support and oversight of Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities (SCIFs) and related FIE programs. Interpret and apply knowledge of related policies, procedures, methods, and practices to resolve day-to-day security related issues/questions. Assist in the analysis, development, and implementation of systems and procedures for the Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities (SCIF)s that assure appropriate controls, including physical, personnel, and information security; that work is conducted in compliance with LLNL, Department of Energy (DOE), Department of Defense (DoD) and Intelligence Community (IC) directives, orders, and requirements. Provide day-to-day support to the FIE Information Security Section by assisting with routine security operations, responding to internal requests, maintaining documentation, coordinating security-related activities. Promote security education and awareness in accordance with Intelligence Community Directives and Sensitive Compartmented Information policy. Conduct and participate in self-assessments and audits, assist in evaluating and development recommendations for improvement and problem solving. Collect and organize data for reporting. Coordinate, schedule, and facilitate classified video teleconferences for internal DOE customers and external DOE, DOD, and IC agencies. Perform other duties as assigned. Additional job responsibilities, at the J14.3 level Provide dynamic professional security support and oversight of Sensitive Compartmented information Facilities (SCIFs) and related Field Intelligence Element (FIE) Operations. Serve as an in-depth knowledge leader and general resource to employees by assessing, analyzing, applying, and implementing security related policies, procedures, methods, operational requirements, practices, and deliverables in compliance with LLNL, DOE Office of Intelligence and Counterintelligence, DoD, and Intelligence Community Directives (ICDs), orders and requirements which can vary from program to program and facilitate Strategic Intelligence Partnership Program (SIPP ) work onsite.

Requirements

Active U.S. DOE Q-level security clearance at time of hire with the ability to obtain Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) access which requires U.S. Citizenship.
Bachelor’s degree in Security Management or related field, or equivalent combination of education and/or training in a security discipline(s) and related security experience performing work independently.
Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of DOE orders and regulations related to SCI facilities, and IC requirements for the protection of IC sources, methods, and systems.
Experience interpreting and applying knowledge of policies, procedures, methods, and practices to resolve day-to-day security related issues/questions.
Proven organizational skills to determine priorities and work assignments, effectively handle projects, and oversee activities at multiple locations.
Experience working independently and cross functionally with other groups on multi-faceted processes.
Experience using secure telecommunications systems.
Proficient communication and interpersonal skills to effectively present, and coordinate with all levels of management and personnel across the Laboratory, NNSA, within the DOE, IC, and other government agencies.
Proficient written and verbal communication skills and experience delivering presentations and preparing written reports .
In-depth knowledge and experience reviewing, evaluating, and collaborating with the development of implementation plans for DOE and/or ICD information security orders, manuals and other directives relating to information security.
In-depth experience developing and writing clear and concise assessments, corrective action plans, policies, procedures, investigative narratives, formal reports and other correspondence.

Nice To Haves

Fundamental knowledge of DOE Orders governing a variety of safeguards and security disciplines and LLNL security policies and procedures.
Fundamental knowledge of and experience applying LLNL, DOE, and IC practices/policies and security requirements in a classified environment.

Responsibilities

Provide complex and dynamic professional security support and oversight of Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities (SCIFs) and related FIE programs.
Interpret and apply knowledge of related policies, procedures, methods, and practices to resolve day-to-day security related issues/questions.
Assist in the analysis, development, and implementation of systems and procedures for the Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities (SCIF)s that assure appropriate controls, including physical, personnel, and information security; that work is conducted in compliance with LLNL, Department of Energy (DOE), Department of Defense (DoD) and Intelligence Community (IC) directives, orders, and requirements.
Provide day-to-day support to the FIE Information Security Section by assisting with routine security operations, responding to internal requests, maintaining documentation, coordinating security-related activities.
Promote security education and awareness in accordance with Intelligence Community Directives and Sensitive Compartmented Information policy.
Conduct and participate in self-assessments and audits, assist in evaluating and development recommendations for improvement and problem solving.
Collect and organize data for reporting.
Coordinate, schedule, and facilitate classified video teleconferences for internal DOE customers and external DOE, DOD, and IC agencies.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Provide dynamic professional security support and oversight of Sensitive Compartmented information Facilities (SCIFs) and related Field Intelligence Element (FIE) Operations.
Serve as an in-depth knowledge leader and general resource to employees by assessing, analyzing, applying, and implementing security related policies, procedures, methods, operational requirements, practices, and deliverables in compliance with LLNL, DOE Office of Intelligence and Counterintelligence, DoD, and Intelligence Community Directives (ICDs), orders and requirements which can vary from program to program and facilitate Strategic Intelligence Partnership Program (SIPP ) work onsite.