JOB DESCRIPTION TITLE AND FLSA STATUS
Job Title: Security Specialist I
FLSA* Status:
Exempt
Non-exempt
SECTION 1. JOB SUMMARY
Functions as a team member to provide support to the DOE-ORO Survey program for the Office of
Safeguards and Security and Emergency Management (OSSEM). Coordinates with other members of the
team, facility personnel, Facility Security Officers and federal employees to ensure arrangements are made
for documentation distribution, training, access, travel accommodations, and transportation for surveys,
audits and assessments at DOE facilities. Travels to DOE facilities to provide subject matter expertise and
conduct assessments of DOE Safeguards and Security topic and subtopic areas. Develops detailed
comprehensive reports of assessment conclusions and findings. Maintains facility, survey and assessment
information in the Safeguards and Security Information Management System (SSIMS).
SECTION 2. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
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Develop and maintain good communications with other team members, facility personnel, Facility
Security Officers, and federal employees
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Prepare letters, plans, and questionnaires for facility surveys and assessments
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Conducts surveys/assessments of DOE Safeguards and Security (S&S) Topics and subtopics
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Coordinate travel arrangements for out-of-town surveys
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Assist in the collection, reproduction, preparation and distribution of facility information
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Conduct data entry in Safeguards and Security Information Management System (SSIMS)
SECTION 3. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
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Work well in a team or group environment
Good written and verbal communication skills
Good organization skills
Ability to prioritize and multi-task
Familiar with the DOE Safeguards and Security Requirements and Directives
Experience conducting assessments or audits
Excellent computer skills
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite of Products
*FLSA = Fair Labor Standards Act
Form HR-301 (06/2014)
Company Proprietary
Distribution Prohibited without Prior Authorization
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SECTION 4. JOB REQUIREMENTS
(1) A bachelor’s degree or (2) an additional five (5) – for a total of ten (10) years of analytical experience in
one or more security programs within the scope of Government security surveys.
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Requires effective oral and written communication skills as well as skills in interpersonal
relationships. Must have working knowledge of grammar, punctuation, and spelling
Must be able to operate office equipment (e.g., word processor, facsimile machine, copier, and
shredder)
Requires handling of business sensitive, proprietary, unclassified controlled nuclear information,
official use only, and classified matter up to and including Secret-Restricted Data
Q clearance or have one that can be immediately reinstated
DOE Survey training course certificate from the NTC is highly desirable
SECTION 5. PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
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Position requires walking, occasional bending, crouching, stooping, climbing, kneeling, reaching,
turning, and twisting. May require light lifting and carrying
Position requires expression of ideas by way of oral communication, for example, conducting
interviews, answering telephone, attending meetings, etc.
Work is conducted in various environments (e.g., inside where temperature and ventilation are
controlled; or inside buildings where temperatures vary)
May require some travel
Form HR-301 (06/2014)
Company Proprietary
Distribution Prohibited without Prior Authorization
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