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GEM Technologies, Inc.

Sr. Technical Security Specialist

GEM Technologies, Inc., Oak Ridge, Tennessee, United States, 37830

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ABOUT THE ROLE

We are seeking a

Sr. Technical Security Specialist

to join our team supporting the DOE's

Y-12 National Security Complex . This position is full-time and will be based out of Oak Ridge, TN.

Responsibilities Provide technical security services for the UPF Project, supporting the Manager of the UPF Security Support organization. Provide subject matter expertise and technical support to ensure TEMPEST requirements are validated for the Uranium Processing Facility (UPF). Provide Technical Security assessments, inspections and other services. Evaluate classified processing systems and facilities to ensure they meet the requirements of UPF TEMPEST Plan. Assist the Y-12 TEMPEST Coordinators in conducting and documenting TEMPEST threat assessments of UPF facilities in which classified information is processed. Collect information to assist the Y-12 TEMPEST coordinators in updating the TEMPEST checklist for UPF facilities that process classified information. Evaluate wireless technologies located within proximity to classified processing areas to determine if they meet the UPF TEMPEST plan or may need further countermeasures or mitigations. Assist the TSCM team in coordinating UPF evaluations and equipment inspections. Working independently, advise and assisting U.S. National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) personnel on matters of technical security policy, procedures, and regulations as it relates to the UPF project. Review proposed recommendations for the design of technical security upgrades and provide recommendations based on technical security policies in collaboration with the Technical Security Team. Assist in developing and administering a UPF Technical Security education program in coordination with the Y-12 Technical Security program. Requirements

Education & Years of Experience - To be considered, you have a Bachelor's Degree and a minimum of 20 years of experience with a minimum of 5+ years of general security experience. Citizenship - To be considered, you must be a United States (U.S.) citizen due to the federal nature of the work. Clearance - To be considered, you must have an active or very recently active DOE "Q" Clearance or DoD "Top Secret" Clearance. Possess a strong understanding of basic electrical principles. The ability to read and understand technical and engineering drawings. Be knowledgeable and capable of providing guidance on TEMPEST principles and procedures. Other general security related experiences include: counterintelligence, security policy standard development, security countermeasures programs, computers and computer networking, wireless technologies, electrical distribution systems, grounding and bonding, operation & management, personnel protection, and protecting security information.

Must be willing to attend basic level TEMPEST related training. About the Site

The NNSA's Y-12 National Security Complex, in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, is the nation's only source of enriched uranium nuclear weapon components and provides enriched uranium for the U.S. Navy as well as excels in materials science, precision manufacturing, and stores enriched uranium. Y-12 supports efforts to reduce nuclear proliferation risk and performs work for other government agencies (energy.gov).

ABOUT GEM

GEM Technologies, Inc. (GEM) is an award-winning federal contractor with more than 30 years of experience providing environmental, construction, facility management, and technical services to federal agencies, state and local governments, and commercial organizations. Founded in 1994 as a nuclear engineering firm to support federal operations in East Tennessee, GEM has since expanded into a nationwide, multi-disciplinary provider with over 270 employees and a diverse portfolio of contracts in the environmental, nuclear, and defense sectors. Some reasons to join GEM are:

Our philosophy - We believe in the power of effective collaboration and recognize that good partnerships are the building blocks to success. Our relationships - Partnering with federal clients, we solve complex problems, exceed expectations, and advance critical missions. Our team - We are committed to managing a cohesive workforce and cultivating a supportive workplace for our employees on contracts and in-office. Our community involvement - Supporting our communities, we invest time and money in local schools and non-profit organizations.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

GEM's offered compensation is dependent on

candidates' education ,

qualifications , and

relevant years of experience . To recruit and retain our exceptional staff, we offer the opportunity to elect benefit packages that best suit our employee's needs; this includes, but is not limited to, a competitive Salary, Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance (including HSA & PPO options), Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays, Life Insurance, and a matching 401(k) Retirement Plan.

Please Note: With the exception of mandated state requirements, GEM does not publish salary information on external job boards; as such, most ranges listed are estimates made by vendors and not actual salary ranges.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

GEM Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition, or any other basis protected by law.