Technical Classification Analyst
Y-12 National Security Complex, Oak Ridge, TN, United States
Overview
Location:
Oak Ridge, TN
Job Title:
Technical Classification Analyst
Career Level From:
Senior Specialist
Career Level To
Job Specialty:
General Engineering
What You'll Do
The Y-12 National Security Complex is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Technical Classification Analyst Senior Specialist to contribute advanced technical expertise to its Classification Office. This critical role involves safeguarding national security by ensuring the proper identification and protection of UCNI, CUI, and classified information, including National Security Information and Restricted/Formerly Restricted Data. A deep understanding of Y-12's unique production processes and facilities is paramount to success in this position.
As a Senior Specialist, you will serve as a subject matter expert, making informed decisions on classification and protection in accordance to Federal Regulations, statutes, and DOE orders. Your expertise will directly support the Y-12 mission of manufacturing and refurbishing classified weapon components, as well as transportation and storing special nuclear materials.
Key Responsibilities
Apply an advanced technical level of knowledge to the Y-12 Classification Office regarding UCNI, CUI, and classified information, with a particular emphasis on Y-12 production-related content.
Implement and manage federal regulations, statutes, and DOE orders governing the identification and protection of classified and controlled unclassified information specifically as it pertains to Y-12's production operations, such as enriched uranium, depleted uranium, lithium processing, and weapon assembly/disassembly.
Serve as a subject matter expert, making cognizant decisions on classification and protection for Y-12 production processes and facilities.
Demonstrate strong competencies in solving complex classification-related technical issues that arise from Y-12's manufacturing and production activities.
Assist in the management of Y-12 Classification Office issues and assessment functions, including developing, tracking, and closing Corrective Action Plans (CAPs) that may impact classified or controlled unclassified information policies and procedures related to production.
Collaborate with and advise plant personnel, project, and program staff on classified and controlled unclassified information program compliance, ensuring seamless integration with Y-12's production timelines and objectives.
Effectively communicate the impacts of classification guidance, and decisions on the success of short and long-term objectives within the overall Y-12 mission.
What You Can Expect
Meaningful work and unique opportunities to support missions vital to national and global security
Top-notch, dedicated colleagues
Generous pay and benefits with a stable organization
Career advancement and professional development programs
Work-life balance fostered through flexible work options and wellness initiatives
Minimum Job Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, or a related Physical Science discipline and a minimum 7 years of relevant experience
OR Master's degree in Engineering/Physical Science discipline and a minimum 5 years of relevant experience
OR PhD in Engineering/Physical Science discipline and a minimum 2 years of relevant experience
Preferred Job Requirements
In-depth work-related experience with Y-12 production, including specific knowledge of the manufacturing processes for enriched uranium, depleted uranium, and lithium, as well as weapon assembly and dismantlement
Familiarity with the Uranium Processing Facility (UPF) project, Lithium Production facility (LPF), Agile Radiation Case Capability (ARCC), and other modernization efforts and their roles in Y-12's future production capabilities
Y-12 Production Knowledge: Demonstrated in-depth knowledge of Y-12 production processes and facilities, including understanding the criticality of classification within these environments.
Classification Expertise: Knowledge of classification principles, theories, professional concepts, and work methods of the job specialty, with specific application to nuclear materials, weapon production, design/engineering, and production processes
Certifications: Ability to complete the DOE Office of Classification General Overview Classification Course
Derivative Classifier/Reviewing Official: DOE certified Derivative Classifier/Reviewing Official (DC/RO) with 3-5 years' experience in weapons materials, weapon production, weapon design/engineering, production processes, or other relevant fields
Problem-Solving & Collaboration: Excellent organizational and analytical skills, strong problem-solving abilities, and a proven capacity to complete work assignments through consultation, collaboration, and agreement with diverse teams, including production, operations, and technical professionals
Communication: Ability to communicate clearly and effectively at all levels, both verbally and in writing, to advise plant personnel, project/program staff, and senior leadership on complex classification matters
Why Y-12?
You get #morethanajob. We encourage employees to achieve a healthy personal balance among home, work and the community. One of the ways we embrace work-life balance is by offering flexible work arrangements that provide alternatives to the traditional workweek, while still meeting business needs. Top talent and personal commitment mean more to our success than any other factors, so we reward our people with the kinds of benefits that make a positive difference in the quality of their lives. Benefits such as: medical plan, prescription drug plan, vision plan, dental plan, employer matched 401(k) savings plan, disability coverage, education reimbursement and many more. Want to stay healthy and fit but hate the cost of a gym membership? Take advantage of one of our onsite workout facilities and eat healthy in our onsite cafeterias. Much more than a workplace, at Y-12, you can build a career that lasts a lifetime.
Notes
The minimum education and experience for the lowest career level in the job posting range are listed under Minimum Job Requirements. Successful candidates hired into a higher career level than the minimum in the range must meet the requirements listed in the job leveling charts for the career level into which they are being hired.
If a range of Career Levels is posted, i.e., Senior Associate to Senior Specialist, internal applicants already in one of the Career Levels would come across at their current Career Level. Internal applicants currently in a lower level Career Level would move to the lowest posted Career Level.
Requires a Q clearance; however all qualified candidates will be considered regardless of their current clearance status. The ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy Q clearance is required.
This position may require entry into the Material Access Areas (MAA) and participation in the Human Reliability Program (10 C.F.R. Part 712), which requires successful competition of a DOE counterintelligence evaluation and may include a counterintelligence-scope polygraph examination.
This position may be categorized as a “designated position” identified by 10 C.F.R. Part 709, requiring successful completion of a DOE counterintelligence evaluation that may include a counterintelligence-scope polygraph examination.
CNS is a drug-free workplace. Candidates accepting a job offer will be required to pass a pre-placement physical, drug screening and background investigation. As an employee, you may be required to receive and maintain a security clearance from the United States Department of Energy in order to meet eligibility requirements for access to sensitive information or matter. U.S. citizenship is a requirement for security clearance applicants. All employees are subject to being randomly selected for drug testing without advance notification.
CNS is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on merit and without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.
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Location:
Oak Ridge, TN
Job Title:
Technical Classification Analyst
Career Level From:
Senior Specialist
Career Level To
Job Specialty:
General Engineering
What You'll Do
The Y-12 National Security Complex is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Technical Classification Analyst Senior Specialist to contribute advanced technical expertise to its Classification Office. This critical role involves safeguarding national security by ensuring the proper identification and protection of UCNI, CUI, and classified information, including National Security Information and Restricted/Formerly Restricted Data. A deep understanding of Y-12's unique production processes and facilities is paramount to success in this position.
As a Senior Specialist, you will serve as a subject matter expert, making informed decisions on classification and protection in accordance to Federal Regulations, statutes, and DOE orders. Your expertise will directly support the Y-12 mission of manufacturing and refurbishing classified weapon components, as well as transportation and storing special nuclear materials.
Key Responsibilities
Apply an advanced technical level of knowledge to the Y-12 Classification Office regarding UCNI, CUI, and classified information, with a particular emphasis on Y-12 production-related content.
Implement and manage federal regulations, statutes, and DOE orders governing the identification and protection of classified and controlled unclassified information specifically as it pertains to Y-12's production operations, such as enriched uranium, depleted uranium, lithium processing, and weapon assembly/disassembly.
Serve as a subject matter expert, making cognizant decisions on classification and protection for Y-12 production processes and facilities.
Demonstrate strong competencies in solving complex classification-related technical issues that arise from Y-12's manufacturing and production activities.
Assist in the management of Y-12 Classification Office issues and assessment functions, including developing, tracking, and closing Corrective Action Plans (CAPs) that may impact classified or controlled unclassified information policies and procedures related to production.
Collaborate with and advise plant personnel, project, and program staff on classified and controlled unclassified information program compliance, ensuring seamless integration with Y-12's production timelines and objectives.
Effectively communicate the impacts of classification guidance, and decisions on the success of short and long-term objectives within the overall Y-12 mission.
What You Can Expect
Meaningful work and unique opportunities to support missions vital to national and global security
Top-notch, dedicated colleagues
Generous pay and benefits with a stable organization
Career advancement and professional development programs
Work-life balance fostered through flexible work options and wellness initiatives
Minimum Job Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, or a related Physical Science discipline and a minimum 7 years of relevant experience
OR Master's degree in Engineering/Physical Science discipline and a minimum 5 years of relevant experience
OR PhD in Engineering/Physical Science discipline and a minimum 2 years of relevant experience
Preferred Job Requirements
In-depth work-related experience with Y-12 production, including specific knowledge of the manufacturing processes for enriched uranium, depleted uranium, and lithium, as well as weapon assembly and dismantlement
Familiarity with the Uranium Processing Facility (UPF) project, Lithium Production facility (LPF), Agile Radiation Case Capability (ARCC), and other modernization efforts and their roles in Y-12's future production capabilities
Y-12 Production Knowledge: Demonstrated in-depth knowledge of Y-12 production processes and facilities, including understanding the criticality of classification within these environments.
Classification Expertise: Knowledge of classification principles, theories, professional concepts, and work methods of the job specialty, with specific application to nuclear materials, weapon production, design/engineering, and production processes
Certifications: Ability to complete the DOE Office of Classification General Overview Classification Course
Derivative Classifier/Reviewing Official: DOE certified Derivative Classifier/Reviewing Official (DC/RO) with 3-5 years' experience in weapons materials, weapon production, weapon design/engineering, production processes, or other relevant fields
Problem-Solving & Collaboration: Excellent organizational and analytical skills, strong problem-solving abilities, and a proven capacity to complete work assignments through consultation, collaboration, and agreement with diverse teams, including production, operations, and technical professionals
Communication: Ability to communicate clearly and effectively at all levels, both verbally and in writing, to advise plant personnel, project/program staff, and senior leadership on complex classification matters
Why Y-12?
You get #morethanajob. We encourage employees to achieve a healthy personal balance among home, work and the community. One of the ways we embrace work-life balance is by offering flexible work arrangements that provide alternatives to the traditional workweek, while still meeting business needs. Top talent and personal commitment mean more to our success than any other factors, so we reward our people with the kinds of benefits that make a positive difference in the quality of their lives. Benefits such as: medical plan, prescription drug plan, vision plan, dental plan, employer matched 401(k) savings plan, disability coverage, education reimbursement and many more. Want to stay healthy and fit but hate the cost of a gym membership? Take advantage of one of our onsite workout facilities and eat healthy in our onsite cafeterias. Much more than a workplace, at Y-12, you can build a career that lasts a lifetime.
Notes
The minimum education and experience for the lowest career level in the job posting range are listed under Minimum Job Requirements. Successful candidates hired into a higher career level than the minimum in the range must meet the requirements listed in the job leveling charts for the career level into which they are being hired.
If a range of Career Levels is posted, i.e., Senior Associate to Senior Specialist, internal applicants already in one of the Career Levels would come across at their current Career Level. Internal applicants currently in a lower level Career Level would move to the lowest posted Career Level.
Requires a Q clearance; however all qualified candidates will be considered regardless of their current clearance status. The ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy Q clearance is required.
This position may require entry into the Material Access Areas (MAA) and participation in the Human Reliability Program (10 C.F.R. Part 712), which requires successful competition of a DOE counterintelligence evaluation and may include a counterintelligence-scope polygraph examination.
This position may be categorized as a “designated position” identified by 10 C.F.R. Part 709, requiring successful completion of a DOE counterintelligence evaluation that may include a counterintelligence-scope polygraph examination.
CNS is a drug-free workplace. Candidates accepting a job offer will be required to pass a pre-placement physical, drug screening and background investigation. As an employee, you may be required to receive and maintain a security clearance from the United States Department of Energy in order to meet eligibility requirements for access to sensitive information or matter. U.S. citizenship is a requirement for security clearance applicants. All employees are subject to being randomly selected for drug testing without advance notification.
CNS is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on merit and without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.
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