Classification Analyst

At Idaho National Laboratory, you'll provide technical analysis in the administration of DOE classification and UNCI programs, conduct classification and declassification reviews, and apply DOE classification principles to reports, publications, and scientific papers prior to public release. You'll assist in training and certifying derivative classifiers and UCNI reviewing officials, support programmatic self-assessments, and maintain strong working relationships across Idaho National Laboratory's security and research organizations.

Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities:

• Provide technical analysis in the administration of DOE classification and unclassified controlled nuclear information (UCNI).
• Provide basic analysis in the interpretation of local classification and UCNI guidance. Provide guidance and advice on classification and sensitive information matters to INL DCs and UCNI-Reviewing Officials (ROs).
• Conduct classification and declassification reviews for INL and related subcontractor’s classified materials.
• Apply appropriate/applicable DOE classification principles and concepts to ensure that reports, press releases, publications, scientific papers, journal articles, etc., containing information in classified subject areas are reviewed for classified and sensitive information and are properly protected prior to public release.
• Assist in the coordination, direction, and interpretation of regulations, preparation of implementing company procedures, compliance verification, and applicable document reviews/updates for Information Security Programs (i.e., Classification, UCNI, Official Use Only (OUO)/CUI, Classified Matter Protection and Control (CMPC), Operations Security (OPSEC)).
• Assist in the training and certification of INL DCs, Email-only DCs (EDCs), and UCNI-ROs.
• Support the Information Security Department with applicable programmatic self-assessments in accordance with the requirements of the Safeguards and Security Performance Assurance Program and applicable DOE Orders.
• Serve within the Classification Office on the CMPC Committee to develop/maintain policies, plans, procedures, and to educate and train employees in document marking, accountability, transmission, and destruction. Participate in applicable Information Security Department programs and working groups.
• Promote, establish, and maintain strong working relationships with all partners.

Required:

• Level 2: Bachelor's degree and 2 years of experience or a Master's degree.
• Level 3: Bachelor's degree and 5 years of experience or a Master's degree and 2 years of experience.
• Level 4: Bachelor's degree and 9 years of experience or a Master's degree and 6 years of experience.
• Relevant technical experience, which may include experience in Nuclear Nonproliferation, Arms Control and Foreign Policy; Chemical and Biological Weapons; Intelligence and Counterintelligence; Isotope Enrichment Technology; Nuclear Weapons; Radiological Emergency Response; Safeguards and Security; Nuclear Material Production and Processing; Other Government Agencies (i.e., Department of Defense, Space Power, and Naval Reactors).
• Must be a U.S. Citizen. Obtain and maintain a DOE “Q” clearance.
• Required to obtain certification as a Classification Analyst (including DC with public release authority, UCNI RO, and Derivative Declassifier) within one year of obtaining a DOE “Q” clearance or as soon as possible if already in possession of a DOE “Q” clearance.

The ideal candidate will possess:

• Background/knowledge in classification; technical/scientific/engineering field; DOE nuclear/scientific programs.

Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this classification, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to keyboard and type, reach with hands and arms, and operate job-related equipment. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Sufficient visual acuity and hearing capacity to perform the essential functions and interact with people is required.

Job Information:

• The pay range for this position is: Level 2 ($79,344 - $162,732) / Level 3 ($95,256 - $195,288) / Level 4 ($114,360 - $234,336). At Idaho National Laboratory compensation decisions are determined using factors such as education, relevant experience, and other credentials.
• Multi-Level: This is a multi-level posting and you will be placed at the appropriate level dependent on depth and breadth of proven experience and skills.
• TDP: This is a testing designated position; you will be required to submit to a pre-employment drug screen and periodic drug testing throughout the term of your employment.