Senior Data Manager

Requisition Id 15323 

Overview:

The Nuclear Nonproliferation Division (NND) performs a wide range of scientific, technical, and programmatic activities in all facets of the nuclear enterprise from nonproliferation to research and development (R&D) pertaining to nuclear materials processing, management, and transportation. The Facility and Systems Security group within NND at the Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) seeks applications for a part-time Senior Data Manager position.

The successful candidate will contribute to a variety of projects primarily sponsored by the National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) Office of Nuclear Smuggling Detection and Deterrence (NSDD). Other project sponsors may include the NNSA Office of International Nuclear Security (INS), NNSA Office of Radiological Security (ORS), Department of State (DoS), Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA), International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), and Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Combating Weapons of Mass Destruction (CWMD). The candidate will draw on years of experience in the radiation detection field to advise and mentor the current generation of radiation detection and analysis experts on the storage, management, integration and display of information relevant to counter nuclear smuggling systems. A primary role will  involve data-based assessments for system effectiveness, efficiency, and suitability. A secondary role is to act as a consultant for the product owners for various ORNL-developed software products used to maintain and report on the status and performance of counter nuclear smuggling systems

As a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Science national laboratory, Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) has an extraordinary 80-year history of solving the nation’s biggest problems. We have a dedicated and creative staff of over 6,000 people. Our vision is to cultivate an environment and practices that foster a variation 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 critical 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.

Purpose
The Senior Data Manager will provide Research and Development (R&D) guidance and experience to the group that strategically advances science and technology, consistent ORNL’s science culture.

The Senior Data Manager will work within a group of peers to provide advice, consultation, and innovative approaches to managing, storing, and displaying data relevant to a globally distributed network of radiation detection sensors.  The Senior Data Manager supports the Facility and Systems Security (FSS) Group; works closely with the ORNL Radiation Inspection Systems Team (RIST) to implement the group’s technical vision; helps develop group and team members to enable their career advancement; establishes capabilities that enable programs to excel at the forefront of science and technology; collaborates with members of other data-intensive groups at ORNL to provide cross-discipline approaches; sets, implements, and models standards for performance of work consistent with Environment, Safety, Security, Health, and Quality (ESH&Q) requirements and business rules; and ensures a work environment where every employee feels safe, heard, and appreciated—a workplace that sets an example for the broader community.

Major Duties/Responsibilities

• Serve as a senior advisor for the use, implementation, adoption, and improvements for some of ORNL’s online enterprise data storage platforms / terminals.
• Assist and advise RIST Functional Area Managers in the development of dashboards and other means to convey information on the state of health of radiation detection systems, and assist in the rollout / adoption of those tools with others in the government complex.
• Review and improve the implementation of reporting tools, based on the outputs of automated data analysis algorithms focused on the performance of radiation detection systems.
• Interface with federal managers and ORNL RIST team to harmonize ORNL data analysis, software and assessment system support to NSDD.
• Assist ORNL in the development of guides to enhance user adoption of available tools.
• Lead by example to ensure all work is carried out safely, securely, and in compliance with ORNL policies, standards, and procedures.
• Exemplify a commitment to excellence in research, operations, and community engagement, and work cooperatively to leverage scientific capabilities across ORNL.
• Advance the reputation and standing of the FSS group and RIST teams by establishing collaborations and advancing technical project work.
  
  

The successful candidate will be expected to be a part-time senior advisor for groups and teams at ORNL in the implementation of counter nuclear smuggling systems and the associated data analysis, software and assessment systems. The candidate must have demonstrated prior experience working with NSDD. The ideal candidate has experience analyzing time-series data and has developed ingestion, analysis, and reporting routines on that data.

Basic Qualifications:

• Requires a M.S. with a minimum of 12 years experiences, B.S. with 15 years’ experience in Engineering, Physics, or related field.
• Requires broad knowledge of the NSDD program.
• Demonstrated ability to work with cross-discipline teams to develop and implement technical solutions.
• Demonstrated ability to make significant technical contributions to projects involving analysis of data for system assessment.
• Demonstrated ability to present scientific results to sponsors and technical communities, as well as at professional society conferences and workshops.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated record of leading R&D teams, mentorship of research staff, growing a world-class research program, initiating new research directions and strong team-building capability.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, the ability to work independently, outstanding written and oral communication skills, and good organizational skills.
• Extensive knowledge of practices and technologies associated with gamma spectroscopy, neutron detection, and signal analysis.
• Experience in the fields of nuclear nonproliferation, counterproliferation, or intelligence as it pertains to nuclear fuel cycle.
• Demonstrated experience in Microsoft Office, Python, and/or Microsoft PowerBI.
• Experience working for, or collaborating with, DOE National Laboratories (or similar R&D organizations).
  

Security, Credentialing, and Eligibility Requirements:
For employment at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL), a Real ID compliant form of identification will be required.  Additionally, ORNL is subject to Department of Energy (DOE) access restrictions. All employees must also be able to obtain and maintain a federal Personal Identity Verification (PIV) card as mandated by Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12) and Department of Energy (DOE) Order 473.1A, which requires a favorable post-employment background investigation.

To obtain this credential, new employees must successfully complete and pass a Federal Tier 1 background check investigation.  This investigation includes a declaration of illegal drug activities, including use, supply, possession, or manufacture within the last year.  This includes marijuana and cannabis derivatives, which are still considered illegal under federal law, regardless of state laws.

For foreign national candidates:
If you have not resided in the U.S. for three consecutive years, you are not eligible for the PIV credential and instead will need to obtain a favorable Local Site Specific Only (LSSO) risk determination to maintain employment.  Once you meet the three-year residency requirement, you will be required to obtain a PIV credential to maintain employment. 

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.

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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.