Investigative Specialist

About the role

We have an opening for an Investigative Specialist in the Security Incident Reporting Office (SIRO).

Responsibilities

• Evaluate procedures and apply established policies to identify violations involving classified or sensitive matter.
• Respond to potential security incidents reported by employees or other individuals, which may involve potential violations of DOE directives.
• Conduct follow-up inquiries and prepare investigative reports to document investigative activities, findings, and recommendations for other team members and/or Security management.
• Support or conduct investigations under the guidance of a senior investigator.
• Track incidents of security concern through closure, using and maintaining databases.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• An active Department of Energy (DOE) Q-level clearance or active Top Secret clearance issued by another U.S. government agency at the time of hire.
• A Bachelor’s degree in a security or related field, or equivalent combination of education and related experience.
• Experience supporting analytical or investigative work, including reviewing data, comparing information, identifying patterns or gaps, evaluating evidence, and preparing reports.
• Analytical, problem solving and decision-making skills necessary to independently recommend appropriate actions and develop solutions.
• Experience exercising a high degree of discretion, sound judgment, and tact in handling sensitive issues.
• Communication and interpersonal skills to effectively present, direct, negotiate, influence and coordinate with all levels of management and staff internal and external to LLNL.
• Proficient with personal computers and associated software, such as Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Adobe Acrobat.

Qualifications We Desire

• Experienced in the use of LLNL’s Issue Tracking System (ITS).
• Accreditation in the use of the DOE Safeguards and Security Information Management System (SSIMS).
• Completion of the DOE Conduct of Inquiries and/or DOE Legal Aspects of Inquiries training.
• Knowledge of government orders and regulations, such as, incidents of security concern, classified matter protection control, physical security, and/or protective force.