NUCLEAR SECURITY OFFICER

Newport News Shipbuilding, A Division of HII; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Newport News Shipbuilding is seeking a security professional to detect and correct violations while enforcing Industrial Security rules. The role requires clear written and verbal communication for report writing and the ability to qualify with weapons.

Candidates must pass physical and radiological controls testing. A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred for this position based in Newport News, VA.

Qualifications

• Good communication skills (verbal and written) are required for report writing.
• Must be able to pass physical and radiological control testing.
• Must qualify with weapons (hand guns and shotguns).

Responsibilities

• Detect and correct security violations and enforce Industrial Security rules and regulations.
• Prepare and write reports as part of the security program.

Skills

Good communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

• Req ID: 50615
• Team: O15 SECURITY
• Entity: Newport News Shipbuilding
• US Citizenship Required for this Position: Yes
• Full-Time
• Shift: Multiple
• Relocation: No relocation assistance available
• Virtual/Telework Opportunity: No - Not eligible for telework
• Travel Requirements: No
• Clearance Required: No - Clearance Not Required to Start
• Salary Range: $50,564.80 to $57,532.80
• The anticipated salary range represents the estimated base pay for this role. Final compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors, and may vary from the posted range

Meet HII’s Newport News Shipbuilding

With more than 25,000 employees – including third-, fourth- and even fifth-generation shipbuilders – HII’s Newport News Shipbuilding (NNS) division is the largest industrial employer in Virginia. We’re the sole designer, builder and refueler of U.S. Navy nuclear aircraft carriers and one of two providers of U.S. Navy nuclear submarines. Our diverse and innovative team of professionals ranges from skilled trades to project managers, engineers and software developers to solution architects, technical subject matter experts, and system users. We collaborate together at the forefront of technology, manufacturing, and integration of the most powerful and survivable naval ships in the world.

Want to be part of the team? We look forward to meeting you.

The Role

The selected candidate will be able to detect and correct security violations, enforce company rules and regulations associated with Industrial Security. Good communication skills (verbal and written) are a must due to report writing requirements.

Must Have

• The individual must be able to pass physical and radiological control testing.
• Individuals must qualify with weapons (hand guns and shotguns).

Nice to Have

• High school graduate or equivalent preferred

Why HII

We build the world’s most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. HII’s diverse workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.

Recognized as one of America’s top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people’s safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you’ll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.

Working at HII is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to build a future. We offer comprehensive benefits including:

• medical
• prescription drug
• dental and vision plan choices
• on-site health centers
• tele-medicine
• wellness resources
• employee assistance programs
• savings plan options (401K)
• financial education and planning tools
• life insurance
• tuition reimbursement
• employee discounts
• early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships
• more

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law. U.S. Citizenship may be required for certain positions.

Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.

Do You Need Assistance?

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e-mail address.

Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #2 for Newport News Shipbuilding.