Classification Analyst @ National Nuclear Security Administration

Job Summary

National Nuclear Security Administration enhances global security through nuclear deterrence, nonproliferation, counterterrorism, naval nuclear propulsion, and national leadership in science, technology, and engineering.. NNSA Classification Analysts ensure the proper implementation of the NNSA Classification Program, ensuring accurate and consistent protection of the Agency's classified equities.

Qualifications

A qualified candidate's online application and resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower NNSA pay band or GS grade level in the Federal service i.e., EN-03, NN-03, NQ-03, or GS-13. Specialized experience for this position is defined as: Ability to review and interpret DOE/NNSA classification guidance relating to technical data in NNSA mission space and the ability to defend classification decisions with sound logic rooted in guidance. Ability to conduct independent assessments of federal and contractor classification offices utilizing relevant DOE/NNSA classification policy to determine compliance with established regulations.

Ability to review and interpret classification policy as it applies to DOE/NNSA equities and provide interpretation and application guidance to NNSA elements. Developed and deliver executive-level briefings to senior leadership, clearly communicating complex technical analyses, risk assessments, and justifications supporting classification program implementation. "Experience" refers to paid and unpaid experience. Examples of qualifying unpaid experience may include: volunteer work done through National Service programs (such as Peace Corps and AmeriCorps); as well as work for other community-based philanthropic and social organizations.

Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills; and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. CTAP/ICTAP candidates: To be considered "well qualified" you must meet all of the requirements as described in this section. If you are eligible for career transition assistance plans such as ICTAP or CTAP, you must meet the definition of "well qualified" which is defined as having a score of 85 or better. You must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of this announcement.

Major Duties

As a General Engineer/Physical Scientist, you will:

• Obtain and maintain derivative classification, derivative declassification and Unclassified Controlled Nuclear Information (UCNI) Reviewing Official (RO) certifications with broad authority for NNSA.
• Review documents and material generated by NNSA Program Offices and evaluate the content against current DOE/NNSA Classification Guidance.
• Defend classification and UCNI determinations, verbally and in writing, to NNSA senior management.
• Conduct independent classification and UCNI reviews of Program Office generated documents intended for public release and provide timely responses to review requests.
• Conduct independent classification and UCNI reviews for documents responsive to Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) and Mandatory Declassification Review (MDR) requests.
• Evaluate the implementation and health of the classification and UCNI programs of the various NNSA labs, plants, and sites.
• Review and provide comments on new and existing classification and UCNI guidance.
• Review and provide comments on new and existing classification policy.

Requirements

• Subject to Random Drug Testing Must pass a pre-employment drug test.
• Favorable suitability determination required.
• Financial Disclosure is required.
• Must be able to obtain/maintain a Q level Security Clearance.
• You must be a United States Citizen.
• This employer participates in the e-Verify program.
• Males must abide by Selective Service registration requirements.
• Compliance with Homeland Security Presidential Directive (HSPD-12) governing personal identity which will require that you provide two forms of identification.
• May be required to successfully complete a one (1) year probationary period.
• Employees serving on a probationary or trial period may be terminated at any time during the probationary or trial period for performance, conduct, or business-related reasons in the interest of Federal service.
• Must be able to obtain certification in the DOE's Technical Qualification Program (TQP) within 18 months of start date.
• This position is covered by the Technical Qualification Program (TQP), which requires the incumbent to acquire and demonstrate competencies identified in the TQP Functional Area Qualification and Field Office specific standards and requires certification of the competencies by NNSA supervision and TQP qualifying officials. https://ntc.doe.gov/student/stp/techqualprogram Please limit your resume to no more than two (2) pages.
• If more than two pages are submitted, you will be disqualified.
• Probationary periods are required for new employees appointed to competitive service positions for the first time; or reinstated employees who return to Federal service after a break in service of 30-days or more and who have not completed a probationary period will need to complete the requirement.
• Trial periods are required for all excepted service employees.
• Trial periods served in the same position and agency with no break in service will satisfy the requirement.