Senior Security and Emergency Services Consultant

SUMMARY

Evaluates resource use for efficiency and effectiveness and provides recommendations for current budget execution and future budget submittals for all Security and Emergency Services Programs. Provides technical review and support in the management and implementation of Safeguards programs.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Provides recommendations for incorporation into Contractor Budget Alignment Guidance (CBAG) or approved successor document and evaluates contractor’s proposed Integrated Priority List and Unfunded List.

Evaluates contractor’s monthly budget performance data submittals.

Assists with integrated budget request and lifecycle planning.

Provides support in review and analysis of Independent Government Estimates.

Provides input and advice in developing, negotiating, and managing memoranda of agreement and memoranda of understanding for Mutual Aid with surrounding local, state, and federal agencies for all applicable SES program areas.

Reviews Vulnerability and Risk Assessments to ensure thorough evaluations addressing appropriate threats are performed and the conclusions are technically valid.

Reviews Hanford Safeguards and Security Plan (HSSP) and referenced documents to ensure plans adequately describe DOE security interests, threat evaluation, associated protection system measures, and residual risk.

Evaluates requests for deviations from DOE Order requirements submitted by the operating contractors. Ensures appropriate risk assessments support deviations and technical content is adequate.

Assesses requests for new Facility Clearances and revised Facility Data and Approval Records.

Reviews contractor S&S job task analyses and S&S training plans to ensure job knowledge requirements are adequate.

Participates in the implementation and support for the DOE verification regime for SNM topics. Task may include interaction (meetings, correspondence, etc.) with personnel from DOE, National Laboratories, and the IAEA, as applicable. Typical activities include planning and reviews of procedures, and coordination and observation activities.

Assist in reviewing and analyzing design documents, specifications, and other information relating to safeguards in new or remodeled facilities.

Assist with the process of reporting on activities associated with SR international safeguards programs including Additional Protocols to IAEA Safeguards Agreements. Participates in Additional Protocol meetings and teleconferences as alternate to DOE lead.

Provides technical support for preparation of the SES inputs in the design of security systems including intrusion detection and assessment components. This will include review of project documentation. Observes projects in various phases of construction to ensure required S&S measures are implemented. Observes work in facilities during upgrading or downgrading of security levels.

Provides technical support for and operational oversight of existing safeguards and security systems, including testing and maintenance of components and various exterior and interior intrusion detection systems.

Provides technical support for operational oversight of the implementation of new or modified security enhancements. Observes initial Performance Assurance Program testing of new S&S elements.

Reviews and analyzes periodic False Alarm Rates / Nuisance Alarm Rates data provided by site contractor. Identifies trends and reports to the Federal SES Program Manager.

Assists Federal SES Program Manager to manage and oversee the RL Performance Assurance Program.

Plans for, observes, and assesses contractor technical security programs, including TEMPEST, Technical Security Counter Measures, and Communications Security.

Observes Performance Assurance Program testing of essential elements and components by Hanford contractors.

Develops or reviews proposed Lines of Inquiry for each evaluation and provides to program manager or supervisor prior to activity. Performs or assists with S&S Surveys using Lines of Inquiry in any of the subtopical elements.

Observes federal and contractor Personnel Security processes and performance for compliance with established standards, efficiency, and effectiveness. Makes recommendations on process improvements and resource requirements.

Assists in oversight of DOE Personnel Security Support Contractor performance, resource needs, and budget requirements. Analyses future needs and provides recommendations to achieve program goals and requirements.

Observes contractor performance of EP program requirements to ensure compliance with Federal laws, DOE requirements, and the Hanford Emergency Management Plan.

Reviews All-Hazards Surveys and Emergency Preparedness Hazards Assessments. Supports and oversees programs to assure that workers and members of the public are adequately protected. Reviews onsite and offsite plans for compatibility. Provides input and advice in developing, negotiating, and managing agreements with applicable agencies.

Evaluates tests of emergency plans, procedures, and processes, including exercises, training, and readiness assurance activities. Reviews and evaluates annual Emergency Readiness Assurance Plan. Reviews corrective action plans; verifies and validates effectiveness of corrective actions.

Helps establish strategies and procedures for ensuring contractor implementation of plans for fire protection and emergency services activities. Validates contractor recommendations concerning equipment needs, staffing levels, and budgetary requirements. Assists in developing exercises, performance tests, and surveillances to validate fire operations capabilities.

Maintains regular and punctual attendance.

Performs other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None.

Job Requirements:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Eight (8) or more years of experience in the Safeguards and Security areas of vulnerability assessment and physical protection programs (physical security systems, equipment, and processes) to include not less than five (5) years at DOE facilities.

Bachelor’s degree, or a combination of ten (10) or more years of experience in:

S&S program management

vulnerability assessment and security risk assessment at DOE facilities

DOE physical protection systems

DOE performance assurance

DOE Security Police Officer I or higher

Familiarity with Protective Force operations.

Knowledge of DOE Emergency Management Operations.

Familiarity with Personnel Security processes and standards

Eligibility to obtain and retain a DOE “Q” level security clearance.

Must obtain and maintain any necessary security access and/or background checks (U.S. citizenship required)

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS

Working level knowledge of Hanford Site mission, activities, and priorities.

Working level knowledge of DOE Hanford processes and procedures.

Working level knowledge of DOE program management practices, policies, and procedures.

Experience in a DOE Emergency Operations Center.

Familiarity with the National Incident Management System.

Familiarity with National Security Adjudicative Guidelines (SEAD 4)

Familiarity with DOE nuclear facilities.

Familiarity with security and vulnerability assessment software commonly used in DOE, such as Simajin, Troupe, Haz Tracker, etc.

Familiarity with Nuclear MC&A software, such as LANMAS

Proficiency in Microsoft 365, including Microsoft Word and Excel.

Technical writing and editing proficiency and experience.

Excellent verbal communication skills

WORK SCHEDULE

Full-time. May be required to work additional hours as needed to complete assignment or project.

TRAVEL

The expected travel time is less than 25%.

DRIVING REQUIREMENTS

Must have or be able to attain a valid state driver’s license and be insurable on the company’s automobile insurance policy. Driving, with or without accommodation, may be required when traveling for training and/or short occasional amounts of local driving. The expected driving time is less than 25%.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is primarily performed in a professional office setting, including the normal office equipment (e.g., computer, fax machines, copier) and with a wide variety of people in differing functions, personalities, and abilities.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Position consists of seeing up close and sitting for long periods of time, bending, stooping, crouching, and lifting up to 10 pounds. Frequently uses hands/fingers for manipulation of keyboard and mouse. It is Katmai’s business philosophy and practice to provide reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities.

Compensation & Benefits Package:

Pay: $80,000-$150,000 /annually

Eligible Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability, Personal & Family Medical Leave, Paid Time Off (PTO), 11 paid holidays, 401(k) with employer matching, EAP, and more

Compliance:

To be considered for this position, all applicants must apply on the company website, https://katmaicorp.com/life-at-katmai/

We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, marital status, familial status or any other characteristic protected by law. https://katmaicorp.com/life-at-katmai/#equalopportunity Preference will be given to Ouzinkie Shareholders, Descendants of Shareholders and Spouses of Shareholders in accordance with Title 43 U.S. Code 1626(g) and Title 42 U.S. Code 2000e – 2(i).

Executive Order 11246, as amended, protects applicants and employees from discrimination based on inquiring about, disclosing, or discussing their compensation or the compensation of other applicants or employees.

Requisition ID: 3654