Nuclear Technical Intelligence Analyst 4
Employer: Pacific Northwest National Laboratory · Location: Richland, Washington · Posting: PNL-11908 · Type: Full-Time · Pay: $148,000-$233,900/yr
Duties
Overview At PNNL, our core capabilities are divided among major departments that we refer to as Directorates within the Lab, focused on a specific area of scientific research or other function, with its own leadership team and dedicated budget. Our Science & Technology directorates include National Security, Earth and Biological Sciences, Physical and Computational Sciences, and Energy and Environment. In addition, we have an Environmental Molecular Sciences Laboratory, a Department of Energy, Office of Science user facility housed on the PNNL campus. The National Security Directorate (NSD) drives science-based, mission-focused solutions to take on complex, real-world threats to our nation and the world. The Emerging Threats and Technologies Division, part of the National Security Directorate, consists of over 400 scientists, engineers, and analysts with backgrounds in cyber, nuclear, intelligence, policy, data science, and other fields. We work in interdisciplinary project teams to provide innovative concepts that integrate policy, analytics, science, and technology into unique solutions. Responsibilities The successful candidate will be an integral member of an inter-disciplinary team of analysts, scientists, engineers, and program managers and will help build and lead a program of research work in the area of nuclear threats and their characterization. Experience, knowledge, and a focus on related nuclear and proliferation technologies, with a deep understanding of intelligence analysis and production, are especially desirable. Additional responsibilities include: Understand analytical tradecraft, intelligence analysis, and related technical topics, as well as relationship management, project, and program management skills. Work with a team of people to develop unique, creative solutions for difficult problems of extreme importance to U.S. national security. The incumbent will work in a multidisciplinary group of staff in support of multiple government agencies. Work will be collaborative with DOE Headquarters staff, other federal agencies, and other National Laboratories. Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with subject matter experts (SMEs) to develop products. Must have the ability to partner with individual SMEs and teams of various technical abilities to explain image observables and document the findings in informal reports, formal reports, and presentations. Leverage networks at the laboratory level, as well as at the national level, and effectively team with others to optimize research at the group and division level. Contribute to proposals, embrace quality, safety, and security expectations. Work with non-sensitive, sensitive, and classified information as appropriate for individual projects, and the incumbent should demonstrate an ability to manage sensitive business situations and influence positive outcomes. The person in this position must recognize and accept that they will be working in technical areas associated with the National Security of the United States. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: BS/BA and 7+ years of relevant experience -OR- MS/MA and 5+ years of relevant experience -OR- PhD with 3+ year of relevant experience Preferred Qualifications: Active Q/SCI Clearance with polygraph. Degree in a technical field Previous experience with DOE, or National Labs Experience shall include progressively higher levels of responsibility in analysis and analytic management roles. Demonstrated experience presenting research to customers in the intelligence community. Experience working directly with federal sponsors in the sponsor location. Demonstrated mentoring of junior analysts. Technical experience at national laboratories or nuclear sites. Provide analytical tradecraft expertise and intelligence analysis to create publishable products to advance the frontiers of science and address some of the most challenging problems in national security, energy, and the environment. Demonstrated understanding of the U.S. intelligence organizations and roles. Demonstrated experience applying Intelligence Community Directives pertaining to collection and disseminating all-source intelligence analysis. Knowledge of qualitative and quantitative techniques to assess performance. Demonstrated experience designing and teaching theory and practice of all-source analysis, analytical tradecraft, Intelligence Community Directives, and structured analytic techniques. Hazardous Working Conditions/Environment Not Applicable Additional Information This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a federal security clearance. A security clearance background investigation includes review of your employment, education, financial, and criminal history, as well as interviews with you and your personal references, neighbors, and co-workers to determine trustworthiness, reliability, and loyalty to the United States. The investigation also examines your foreign connections, drug and alcohol use, foreign influence, and overall conduct. Requirements: U.S. Citizenship Background Investigation: Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified matter in accordance with 10 CFR 710, Appendix B. Drug Testing: All Security Clearance positions are Testing Designated Positions, which means that the applicant selected for hire is subject to pre-employment drug testing, and post-employment random drug testing. In addition, applicants must be able to demonstrate non-use of illegal drugs, including marijuana, for the 12 consecutive months preceding completion of the requisite Questionnaire for National Security Positions (QNSP). Note: Applicants will be considered ineligible for security clearance processing by the U.S. Department of Energy if non-use of illegal drugs, including marijuana, for 12 months cannot be demonstrated. erral Eligible” Testing Designated Position This position is a Testing Designated Position (TDP). The candidate selected for this position will be subject to pre-employment and random drug testing for illegal drugs, including marijuana, consistent with the Controlled Substances Act and the PNNL Workplace Substance Abuse Program. About PNNL Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) is a world-class research institution powered by a highly educated, diverse workforce committed to the values of Integrity, Creativity, Collaboration, Impact, and Courage. Every year, scores of dynamic, driven people come to PNNL to work with renowned researchers on meaningful science, innovations and outcomes for the U.S. Department of Energy and other sponsors; here is your chance to be one of them! At PNNL, you will find an exciting research environment and excellent benefits including health insurance, and flexible work schedules. PNNL is located in eastern Washington State—the dry side of Washington known for its stellar outdoor recreation and affordable cost of living. The Lab’s campus is only a 45-minute flight (or ~3 hour drive) from Seattle or Portland, and is serviced by the convenient PSC airport, connected to 8 major hubs. Commitment to Excellence and Equal Employment Opportunity Our laboratory is committed to fostering a work environment where all individuals are treated with fairness and respect while solving critical challenges in fundamental sciences, national security, and energy resiliency. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. PNNL considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), protected veteran status, and any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local laws. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures and in employment. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, contact us at [email protected] . Drug Free Workplace PNNL is committed to a drug-free workplace supported by Workplace Substance Abuse Program (WSAP) and complies with federal laws prohibiting the possession and use of illegal drugs. If you are offered employment at PNNL, you must pass a drug test prior to commencing employment. PNNL complies with federal law regarding illegal drug use. Under federal law, marijuana remains an illegal drug. If you test positive for any illegal controlled substance, including marijuana, your offer of employment will be withdrawn. Security, Credentialing, and Eligibility Requirements As a national laboratory, PNNL is responsible for adhering to the Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12) and Department of Energy (DOE) Order 473.1A, which require new employees to obtain and maintain a HSPD-12 Personal Identify Verification (PIV) Credential. To obtain this credential, new employees must successfully complete the applicable tier of federal background investigation post hire and receive a favorable federal adjudication. The tier of federal background investigation will be determined by job duties and national security or public trust responsibilities associated with the job. All tiers of investigation include a declaration of illegal drug activities, including use, supply, possession, or manufacture within the last 1 to 7 years (depending on the applicable tier of investigation). Illegal drug activities include 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) Federal risk determination to maintain employment. Once you meet the three-year residency requirement thereafter, you will be required to obtain a PIV credential to maintain employment. The tier of federal background investigation required to obtain the PIV credential will be determined by job duties at the time you become eligible for the PIV credential. Mandatory Requirements Please be aware that the Department of Energy (DOE) prohibits DOE employees and contractors from having any affiliation with the foreign government of a country DOE has identified as a “country of risk” without explicit approval by DOE and Battelle. If you are offered a position at PNNL and currently have any affiliation with the government of one of these countries, you will be required to disclose this information and recuse yourself of that affiliation or receive approval from DOE and Battelle prior to your first day of employment. 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Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications: BS/BA and 7+ years of relevant experience -OR- MS/MA and 5+ years of relevant experience -OR- PhD with 3+ year of relevant experience Preferred Qualifications: Active Q/SCI Clearance with polygraph. Degree in a technical field Previous experience with DOE, or National Labs Experience shall include progressively higher levels of responsibility in analysis and analytic management roles. Demonstrated experience presenting research to customers in the intelligence community. Experience working directly with federal sponsors in the sponsor location. Demonstrated mentoring of junior analysts. Technical experience at national laboratories or nuclear sites. Provide analytical tradecraft expertise and intelligence analysis to create publishable products to advance the frontiers of science and address some of the most challenging problems in national security, energy, and the environment. Demonstrated understanding of the U.S. intelligence organizations and roles. Demonstrated experience applying Intelligence Community Directives pertaining to collection and disseminating all-source intelligence analysis. Knowledge of qualitative and quantitative techniques to assess performance. Demonstrated experience designing and teaching theory and practice of all-source analysis, analytical tradecraft, Intelligence Community Directives, and structured analytic techniques.
Compensation
Minimum Salary USD $148,000.00/Yr. Maximum Salary USD $233,900.00/Yr.