Security Specialist

Urenco USA; Eunice (NM); On-site; USD 86,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Urenco USA in Eunice, NM, is seeking a Regulatory Security Specialist to support all security programs on-site. The role interfaces with employees, managers, and external agencies to ensure compliance with DOE/DOS/DOD requirements.

The position emphasizes access control, IT and physical security, and handling classified materials. On-site duties may include emergency response, training, and visitor processing. Relocation support is available for qualified candidates.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualifications include an associate’s degree or 3+ years of related work experience.
• 1+ years in a regulatory security field (DOE/DOS/DOD) is required.
• Preferred: security-related degree and 3+ years of experience, with strong communication skills and regulatory knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Support Access Authorization, IT Security, Physical Security, or Information Security functions.
• Assist in delivery of security training programs and security awareness.
• Handle classified materials and manage logs, documents, inventory, and tracking.
• Process site visitors and new employees; maintain physical security programs and locks.
• Assist in procedure revisions, reviews, and corrective action investigations; support meetings.

Education

Associate’s degree

Associates Degree in security related field

3+ years of direct work experience in regulatory security field

Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills

Knowledge of application regulatory security requirement compliance

Security clearance experience (DOE/DOD/DOS)

Tools

IT Security certification

Physical Security certification

ADC certification

Job description

Join us at Urenco USA (UUSA), where we're leading the way in nuclear energy innovation. Our state-of-the-art facility located in Eunice, NM, is one of the only uranium enrichment sites in North America. We are actively looking for individuals who are ready to work collaboratively on-site in Eunice, NM, and we're pleased to offer relocation support to help make this opportunity accessible to talented individuals like you. Come be a part of the future of clean energy.

Summary of Responsibilities

This position is responsible for supporting all Security activities and programs for Urenco USA. Works in the area of Compliance. Interfaces with employees and managers at all levels of the organization and externally with governmental agencies. Adheres to the foundational behaviors, company values and Urenco behaviors.

Education and Experience

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate’s degree OR 3+ years of related work experience can be in lieu of education
• 1+ Years of direct work experience in a regulatory security field (i.e. DOE, DOS, DOD, etc.).

Preferred Qualifications

• Associates Degree in security related field
• 3+ years’ experience
• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
• Knowledge and understanding of application regulatory security requirement compliance
• Security related experience in a regulatory environment such as the Department of Energy, Department of Safety, Department of Defense, etc.
• Certification in IT Security, Physical Security, ADC, etc.
• Experience processing DOE, or DOD security clearances

Job Details

• Work Location: Urenco USA, Eunice, NM
• Emergency Response Requirements: Emergency Response Organization (ERO) duty may be required; including being on-call (24/7) during your designated team duty week.
• Work Schedule: Professional 9/80 work schedule with minimal night/weekend support. Some nights and weekend work may be required. Employees are also subject to call-outs as needed
• Travel Required: 10% of the time or less as required
• Security Clearance Requirement: Controlled Access Area (CAA) Access and an L or Q level security clearance is required
• Work Environment: Radiological exposure expectations of < 100 mrem/yr. General Office, Plant Production Areas. This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets etc.

Primary Functions

• Responsible for, under direct supervision, supporting and perform the functions of Access Authorization, IT Security, Physical Security or Information Security as described in the UUSA PSP, UUSA ISSPs, or UUSA SPPP.
• Assists in the delivery of security force training programs and internal security awareness programs such as OPSEC, Security Clearance, and Counterintelligence.
• Assists in the handling of classified material including logs, documents, inventory and tracking classified materials.
• Assists in the processing of site visitors and new employees.
• Maintenance of physical security programs including locks, combinations, and keys.
• Support the site by processing needed procedure revisions, performing interdisciplinary reviews, photograph reviews, and visitor requests processing. Completes Corrective Action Program investigations and Actions, supports scheduling and status meetings.
• Adhere to the Foundational Behaviors, company values and UUSA Behaviors.

*Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Benefits

*Please note that we continually evaluate our plans and make adjustments as necessary to meet market and business requirements.

Compensation starting at: $86189 – $105341 / year and up dependent on candidate.

Urenco USA provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Urenco USA encourages protected veterans and persons with disabilities to apply. Urenco USA supports a drug free environment.

If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview process, and/or to perform essential job functions, please contact UUSA HR at [e-mail].

Urenco USA | A trusted leader in meeting the world’s demand for sustainable energy.

Urenco USA (UUSA) is part of an international company that operates on the cutting-edge of the nuclear energy industry, utilizing the world’s most advanced, energy-efficient, and cost-effective method to enrich uranium. As the only enrichment facility in North America, UUSA helps provide clean, sustainable energy while operating under a framework of high environmental, social responsibility, and corporate governance standards. Our world-class facility is located in the middle of the EnergyPlex. We strive to promote the production of nuclear energy to facilitate the transition to a low-carbon economy while remaining dedicated to safety and investing in community outreach.

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