Security Specialist

What You Will Do

This Security Specialist is responsible for conducting structured technical security analyses to protect national security assets, personnel, the public, and the environment from vulnerabilities that could lead to significant disruptions or damage if exploited. Analysts use risk assessment frameworks, vulnerability analysis methodologies, and mitigation strategies to ensure security, safety, and compliance. Analysts develop solutions to complex security problems by conducting in-depth analyses, including threat characterization, target determination, facility/site characterization, protection strategy analysis, pathway analysis, scenario development, and system effectiveness calculations.

Security Specialist 1 ($66,100 - $103,600)

As a Entry-Level Security Specialist, you will contribute to the success of the Planning and Analysis Group by conducting analyses and assisting with developing and maintaining key Safeguards and Security (S&S) analytical programs and deliverables associated with the Site Security Plan to include Vulnerability Assessment Reports, Performance Assurance

Plans, Security Risk Assessments, and S&S equivalencies and exemptions.

Security Specialist 2 ($80,400 - $127,900)

As a Mid-Level Security Specialist you will independently perform risk assessments and vulnerability analyses on national security assets, critical infrastructure, and safety-sensitive operations. This role is responsible for identifying, categorizing, and prioritizing security threats and developing structured mitigation plans. Additionally, this position works on complex problem-solving efforts involving pathway analysis, system effectiveness modeling, and strategic security planning.

What You Need

Minimum Job Requirements:

• Experience conducting various performance tests.
• Experience developing project plans including objectives, methodology, deliverables, schedule, and staffing.
• Beginning experience in the preparation and presentation of written reports, providing recommendations to
• diverse audiences of internal/external customers.
• Familiar with DOE and LANL security and safeguards requirements, policies, practices, and procedures.
• Experience working effectively independently and in a collaborative team environment.
  
  

Looking to advance your Cyber Security career with relocation support? Explore Cyber Security Jobs with Relocation Packages that include comprehensive packages to help you move and settle in your new role.

Additional Job Requirements for Security Specialist 2:

• Conduct structured security risk assessments on various LANL assets, systems, facilities, and operations.
• Participate in site inspections to document security vulnerabilities.
• Identify risks related to nuclear facilities, hazardous material storage, and other LANL facilities.
• Perform detailed target determination to assess the attractiveness and vulnerability of critical assets.
• Offers recommendations for security solutions and implements corrective action under the direction of senior
• security specialists.
  
  

Education/Experience: Position requires an Associate's Degree and 2 years of experience of related experience in security risk analysis, security vulnerability analysis, safety analysis and regulatory compliance; or an equivalent combination of related education and experience directly related to the occupation.

Education/Experience for higher level position: Position requires a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution and 2 years of related experience in security risk analysis, security vulnerability analysis, safety analysis and regulatory compliance; or an equivalent combination of related education and experience directly related to the occupation.

Desired Qualifications:

• Beginning experience leading multiple analytical projects annually with minimal oversight.
• Understanding in both qualitative and quantitative analysis techniques.
• Active DOE Clearance.
  
  

  Discover our full range of relocation jobs with comprehensive support packages to help you relocate and settle in your new location.

Note to Applicants:

For full consideration, applicants must submit a comprehensive cover letter that addresses the minimum and desired qualifications of the position. Minimal travel is anticipated but may be required on rare instances. Must have a valid New Mexico driver's license.

Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China-including the special administrative regions of Hong Kong and Macau-as well as citizens of the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (North Korea), and the Russian Federation, who are not Lawful Permanent Residents ("green card" holders) are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission, functions, and operations of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, which includes Los Alamos National Laboratory.

Work Environment

Work Location: The work location for this position is onsite and located in Los Alamos, NM. All work locations are at the discretion of management.

Position Commitment: Regular appointment employees are required to serve a period of continuous service in their current position in order to be eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the time required, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. The position commitment for this position is 1 year.

Where You Will Work

Located in beautiful northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. Our generous benefits package includes:

• PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network
• Dental and vision insurance
• Free basic life and disability insurance
• Paid childbirth and parental leave
• Award-winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually)

Interested in relocating to United State? Check out our comprehensive Relocation Jobs in United State page with detailed relocation packages and benefits.

• Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
• Flexible schedules and time off (PTO and holidays)
• Onsite gyms and wellness programs
• Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50 mile radius)
  
  

Additional Details

Directive 206.2: Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2. Please note that this requirement applies only to citizens of the United States. Foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A.

Clearance: Q (Position will be cleared to this level). Selected applicants will be subject to a background investigation conducted by or on behalf of the Federal Government, and must meet eligibility requirements* for access to classified matter. This position requires a Q clearance. and obtaining such clearance requires US Citizenship except in extremely rare circumstances. Dependent upon the position, additional authorization to access classified information may be required, which may or may not be available to dual citizens. Receipt of a Q clearance and additional access authorization ultimately is a decision of the Federal Government and not of Triad.

• Eligibility requirements: To obtain a clearance, an individual must be at least 18 years of age; U.S. citizenship is required except in very limited circumstances. See DOE Order 472.2 for additional information.
  
  

New-Employment Drug Test: The Laboratory requires successful applicants to complete a new-employment drug test and maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing. Although New Mexico and other states have legalized the use of marijuana, use and possession of marijuana remain illegal under federal law. A positive drug test for marijuana will result in termination of employment, even if the use was pre-offer.

Regular position: Term status Laboratory employees applying for regular-status positions are converted to regular status.

Internal Applicants: Regular appointment employees who have served the required period of continuous service in their current position are eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the required period of continuous service, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. Please refer to Policy P701 for applicant eligibility requirements.

Equal Opportunity: Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to protected categories such as race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status or spousal affiliation, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or citizenship within the limits imposed by federal, state, and local laws and regulations. The Laboratory is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request such an accommodation, please send an email to applyhelp@lanl.gov or call (505)-664-6947.