What are the responsibilities and job description for the Safeguards and Security Specialist position at Edgewater Technical Associates?
Edgewater Technical Associates is seeking qualified candidates for a Safeguards and Security Specialist opportunity in Oak Ridge, TN.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Serves as Safeguards and Security representative for assigned facility.
- Oversees access control functions and entry requirements for designated facility.
- Provides functional interface with Operations and Maintenance personnel in daily operations.
- Services as on‑scene support of Special Nuclear Material movements.
- Assists Performance Testing with limited notice, no notice, and scheduled performance tests of Company programs contained in approved performance testing plans.
- Serves as Lock and Key Custodian for the facility.
- Supports tours, demonstrations, and visitor access to facility.
- Performs escort duties as required.
- Supports the execution of Integrated Safety Management System (ISMS) guiding principles and core functions of the Company Safety Culture.
- Stops work without fear of reprisal for unsafe conditions potentially affecting personnel safety or environmental risk.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or Equivalent.
- Associate's degree in security‑related field is preferred.
- Three (3) years’ experience in safeguards and Security preferred.
- Must be familiar with DOE Order in physical security.
- Protective Force experience preferred.
- Performance Testing experience preferred.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Ability to lift 90‑100 pounds.
- Ability to obtain National Training Center PMC‑410, Fundamentals of Performance Testing ;National Training Center PMC‑420DE, Physical Systems of Overview; and National Training Center VAC‑200, Vulnerability Assessment Fundamentals.
Other Job Requirements:
- United States Citizenship.
- Must have Real ID compliant identification to access the work location.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE Q Security Clearance and Human Reliability Program (HRP) certification.
If you are interested in being considered for this position and your resume clearly outlines your relevant experience for this position, please follow the application steps via our website: www.edgewatertech.net/careers
Edgewater will not submit your resume without first having detailed discussions with you and obtaining your permission to do so. We look forward to hearing from you!
WORKING WITH EDGEWATER TECHNICAL ASSOCIATES
Founded in 2003, Edgewater Technical Associates, LLC (Edgewater) is a New Mexico-based small business headquartered in Los Alamos, NM, with five (5) regional offices across the United States to locally support their growing presence at project sites. Edgewater has a proven track record and is a trusted provider of fixed-price construction projects, engineering, and technical services for the Department of Energy (DOE), Department of Defense (DOD), National Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC), Canadian Commercial Nuclear Industry, and private sector commercial contractors involved in nuclear, high-hazard, or complex operations. Edgewater’s experience and guidance ensure that its customers perform hazardous operations, comply with regulatory requirements, and maintain the highest quality and safety standards.
Edgewater is committed to recruiting and maintaining a staff of highly skilled professionals to support our customers. In keeping with this objective, we offer highly competitive salaries and employee benefit packages structured to best suit your needs. We offer multiple individual and family benefit options including paid time off, medical, dental, life, vision, and disability insurance, and a pre- and post-tax 401 (k) retirement account with Company matching contributions and 100% vesting for eligible participants beginning DAY 1.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Edgewater is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veterans, or individuals with disabilities in accordance with EO 14173.
View all Edgewater opportunities at www.edgewatertech.net/careers
Benefits:
Health Insurance, 401K PlanSalary : $52,274 - $87,399