Senior Embedded Security Specialist - High-Risk Ops

Sandia National Laboratories; California (MO); On-site; USD 104,000 - 201,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Flexible work arrangements

Medical benefits

401k

Vacation

Job summary

Sandia National Laboratories, located in California, seeks a Senior/Principal Embedded Security Professional to support and manage program security operations. The role acts as an Alternate Special Security Officer, collaborating with security teams, cyber staff, SSO, SMEs, program management, and sponsors to guide special security matters.

On a typical day, you’ll interpret laws and standards for IC/DOE/DOD environments, advise management on actions, maintain security knowledge, support SCIFs,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field plus five years of related experience, or equivalent (AS + 9).
• Active DOE Q security clearance and SCI access, with polygraph readiness.
• Master's degree preferred; strong written, verbal and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Interpret federal laws, regulations, and requirements for high‑risk security environments.
• Provide guidance on security requirements and management actions.
• Maintain current knowledge of security standards and support SCIFs.
• Track, trend and analyze data; conduct briefings and maintain records.
• Respond to inquiries from SCI community and investigate IOSCs when needed.
• Work onsite and coordinate with security teams, government sponsors and staff.

Skills

Security clearance

Team collaboration

Policy interpretation

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

AS + 9 equivalent

Master's degree (desirable)

Job description

Sandia National Laboratories, located in California, seeks a Senior/Principal Embedded Security Professional to support and manage program security operations. The role acts as an Alternate Special Security Officer, collaborating with security teams, cyber staff, SSO, SMEs, program management, and sponsors to guide special security matters.

On a typical day, you’ll interpret laws and standards for IC/DOE/DOD environments, advise management on actions, maintain security knowledge, support SCIFs,