Information Management and Protection Specialist

Requisition Id 12955 

Overview:  

Oak Ridge National Laboratory is the largest US Department of Energy science and energy laboratory, conducting basic and applied research to deliver transformative solutions to compelling problems in energy and security. 

We are seeking an Information Management and Protection Specialist who will support the FUSION and FISSION ENERGY and SCIENCE DIRECTORATE at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL).   This position will coordinate FFESD Operations activities related to Information Protection and Security, Information Management, Cyber Security, and Operational Communications. 

As a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Science national laboratory, ORNL has an outstanding 80-year history of solving the nation’s biggest problems. We have a dedicated and creative staff of over 6,000 people! Our vision for diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA) is to -nurture an environment and practices that foster diversity in ideas and in the people across the organization, as well as to ensure ORNL is recognized as a workplace of choice. These elements are essential for enabling the execution of ORNL’s broader mission to accelerate scientific discoveries and their translation into energy, environment, and security solutions for the nation. 

Major Duties/Responsibilities:  

• Serve as the FFESD point of contact for Cyber Security, Information Security, and Document and Records Management through proactive engagement with staff across the directorate. 

• Serve as the Division Cyber Security Officer for FFESD and its divisions.  

• Assist the organization management in implementing the ORNL Cyber Security Program, self-assessments, and training. 

• Serve as the designated division point of contact for information from the Chief Information Officer (CIO) on computer security-related issues and resources with FFESD staff and division DCSOs. 

• Assist the organization's computer users, application owners, system owners, and facility managers in identifying and addressing computer security concerns. 

• Advise users and system administrators of current vulnerabilities and viruses, security patches, and virus protection software,  

• Assist users and system administrators in cyber security tasks such as clearing computers and related media of virus contamination and clearing or sanitizing equipment before being excessed or transferred. 

• Ensure that risk assessments, sensitivity determinations, and protection plans are done and documented for all organizational systems requiring them (e.g., security plans, etc.). 

• Attend Open Cyber Meetings Monthly. 

• Report security-related incidents and details to the CIO, organization management, and Level One organizations as appropriate. 

• Develop and maintain FFESD document and records management policies and procedures. Coordinate its delivery to FFESD staff. 

• Coordinate and provide FFESD with local expertise in the area of document control and records management.  Provide oversight of FFESD document and record assets and coordinate with divisions. 

• Periodically evaluate the document and records management program against requirement documents and update the program as appropriate.  Complete and/or assign and track completion of required assessments. 

• Assist in the development of directorate-level operational procedures and guidance documents. Provide guidance and interface between divisions on document and records management topics and requirements. 

• Maintain internal systems utilized for communicating safety, security, and operational information; Support the creation and maintenance of operational documents including procedures, forms, plans, and program description documents. Ensure procedures are technically adequate and written to a level of detail consistent with the qualifications and training of the expected users. 

• Develop and maintain FFESD Information Security Procedure and ensure it complies with ORNL policies and procedures. Coordinate its delivery to FFESD staff. 

• Coordinate FFESD information security assets to implement ORNL information protection requirements and FFESD needs. 

• Assist in the management of issues and off-normal events including participation in investigations, causal analysis, and corrective action development and implementation. 

• Ability to function well in a fast-paced research environment, set priorities to accomplish multiple tasks within deadlines, and adapt to ever changing needs. 

Basic Qualifications:  

• A BS degree and 2+ years of relevant experience or an MS degree and 1+ year of relevant experience.  Degree area should be in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Applied Math or related IT discipline. 
• Experience with procedure writing/management, technical writing/editing, records management, information management and supporting IT system 

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Excellent written and oral communication skills 

• Familiarity with ORNL Systems and Processes 

• Strong organizational skills 

• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with a diverse group of people having a wide range of technical and scientific backgrounds. 

• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines. 

• Ability to function well in a fast-paced research environment, set priorities to accomplish multiple tasks within deadlines, and adapt to ever-changing needs. 

• Existing Q or L clearance preferred, but not required. 

Special Requirement: 

This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a clearance from the Department of Energy. As such, this position is a Workplace Substance Abuse (WSAP) testing designated position. WSAP positions require passing a pre-placement drug test and participation in an ongoing random drug testing program. 

Benefits at ORNL:   

ORNL offers competitive pay and benefits programs to attract and retain talented people. The laboratory offers many employee benefits, including medical and retirement plans and flexible work hours, to help you and your family live happy and healthy. Employee amenities such as on-site fitness, banking, and cafeteria facilities are also provided for convenience. 

Other benefits include the following: Prescription Drug Plan, Dental Plan, Vision Plan, 401(k) Retirement Plan, Contributory Pension Plan, Life Insurance, Disability Benefits, Generous Vacation and Holidays, Parental Leave, Legal Insurance with Identity Theft Protection, Employee Assistance Plan, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, Wellness Programs, Educational Assistance, Relocation Assistance, and Employee Discounts. 

If you have difficulty using the online application system or need an accommodation to apply due to a disability, please email: ORNLRecruiting@ornl.gov or call 1.866.963.9545.

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This position will remain open for a minimum of 5 days after which it will close when a qualified candidate is identified and/or hired.

We accept Word (.doc, .docx), Adobe (unsecured .pdf), Rich Text Format (.rtf), and HTML (.htm, .html) up to 5MB in size. Resumes from third party vendors will not be accepted; these resumes will be deleted and the candidates submitted will not be considered for employment.

If you have trouble applying for a position, please email ORNLRecruiting@ornl.gov.

ORNL is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, are encouraged to apply.  UT-Battelle is an E-Verify employer.