Security Specialist Entity Triage/Facility Clearance with Security Clearance

Employment Position: Security Specialist – Entity Triage/FCL Location: Germantown, MD Introduction This position is located in the U.S Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Industrial Security (EHSS-42) and serves as a Security Specialist on the Entity Triage/Facility Clearance (FCL) Team. This position provides crucial support for national security by assisting with the process of granting and maintaining facility clearances for DOE contractors. The work involves reviewing sensitive security documents, conducting research to support determinations regarding foreign ownership, control, or influence (FOCI), and managing critical data within the Safeguards and Security Information Management System (SSIMS). The primary responsibilities of this role include the detailed review and processing of security specifications and facility records, data management, and providing analytical support for vetting contract awardees. The employee will also assist with annual oversight activities to ensure continued eligibility for cleared facilities and help coordinate programmatic events like the annual FOCI/FCL Workshop. This position requires strong administrative skills, an understanding of industrial security principles, and the ability to communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders to ensure the integrity and efficiency of the DOE’s industrial security program. The Security Specialist supports the DOE Office of Industrial Security (EHSS-42) working in Germantown, MD. The position requires an ACTIVE DOE Q security clearance or DOD TS equivalent. Responsibilities: Reviews Contract Security Classification Specification (CSCS) and Facility Data and Approval Record (FDAR) for completeness and accuracy and enters them into the Safeguards and Security Information Management System (SSIMS). Assists with triage level research and provides written analysis on DOE contract awardees requiring access to classified information supporting DOE HQ facility FCL and foreign ownership, control or influence (FOCI) determinations. Assists with annual oversight activities for companies that have been granted an FCL by DOE HQ to determine continued eligibility. Initiates and monitors the progress of access authorizations for Key Management Personnel (KMP) and Facility Security Officers of companies receiving or holding DOE HQ FCLs. Processes all facility data and approval information for newly created facilities, coordinates and directs revisions for changes to contractor and Other Government Agency (OGAs) submissions concerning the recordation of classified mailing addresses. Assists with the planning and coordination of the Annual DOE Complex-wide FOCI/FCL Workshop. Required Qualifications: Experience in Industrial Security, Intelligence Analysis or Contracting and Procurement. Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college in a relevant field such as an engineering discipline, law enforcement, or security management. Ten (10) years of experience within the field of nuclear safeguards and security, with excellent working knowledge of the protection of classified matter, computer security, physical security, information security, special nuclear materials, protective forces, and protection of property and assets. Understanding of classified materials handling and protection requirements. Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal skills. Experience in office administration and records management activities. Proficiency in office activities such as word processing, spreadsheets, correspondence preparation, editing, and scheduling. Mastery of MS Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Demonstrated ability to handle and prioritize multiple tasks. Detail-oriented, self‑starter who can work independently. Customer‑service oriented, experienced in interacting directly with clients and able to anticipate client needs and provide solutions and recommendations. Exceptional analytical capabilities. Willingness to work in a dynamic environment that changes rapidly and may require occasional variation in hours. Ability to sit for extended periods and work in an office environment, including extensive computer use. U.S. citizen with an ACTIVE DOE Q security clearance or DOD TS equivalent. Written consent to conduct a background check for maintaining a security clearance is required. Pre‑employment and ongoing reviews and tests for the absence of illegal substances will be conducted as a requirement for ongoing access to DOE sites; written consent for such tests is required. Desired or Preferred Qualifications: Experience in the DOE complex, specifically in Safeguards and Security. Knowledge of SharePoint. Familiarity with DOE program office procedures and tracking systems. Equal Opportunity Employer/ADA/RA/Vet/Disabled (Compliant with VEVRAA and Section 503 rules.) E-mail your resume to: View email address on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr Project Enhancement Corporation