Senior Security Programs Specialist

Our client is seeking a Contractor to provide the following services as a senior SME for the Security Programs Supervisor and assist in developing the Access Authorization and Fitness For Duty programs across construction, fuel delivery, and operations ensuring the programs meet all regulatory requirements as well as mentor and assist the Programs Supervisor and reviewing officials in their roles. The role may also require support of implementing the programs during high volumes of staffing. The Security Programs Specialist is a remote based position that reports directly to the Site Security Manager. Tasks: - Serve as lead Subject Matter Expert for AA and FFD to include the regulations and guidance - Developing and implementation of roadmaps for Construction → Fuel Delivery → Operations phases - Translate 10 CFR (including Part 26), NRC guidance, and NEI standards into compliant policies, procedures, and site controls - Serve as mentor and provide knowledge transfer to the Security Programs Supervisor and Reviewing Officials - Provide subject matter input to the design of the Badging, Access Authorization, FFD, and Safeguards Information area to ensure all regulatory requirements are met - Provide subject matter input and assist in developing and delivering comprehensive training and communications (AA, FFD, Behavior Observation, fatigue management) for staff and contractors - Provide subject matter input with the development of Records Management for AA/FFD - Assist in nuclear security program audits and assessments necessary to ensure compliance with program requirements - Support the Programs Supervisor with oversight of regulatory inspections - Review correspondence to and from the Nuclear Regulatory Commission as requested - Help promote a company culture that encourages top performance, high morale, and a focus on industrial safety - Maintains a positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating in a manner that fosters good relations with customers, partners, suppliers, co-workers, and management Key Qualifications and Skills: - Bachelor’s degree + 15+ years nuclear security/AA/FFD experience in operating plants, with 5+ years in a leadership role OR 20+ years’ experience with progressive leadership - Demonstrated, recent hands-on implementation of 10 CFR (including Part 26) and NEI guidance at operating nuclear sites; proven track record interfacing with NRC during inspections/inspections follow-ups - Preferred: Participation in industry working groups NEI task forces, Steering Committees, Contributor to a published NEI document, or NEI loanee - Knowledge of current trends and nuclear industry activities related to security programs program implementation - Capability and willingness to adhere to strict quality assurance standards - Candidate must be a self-starter and possess ability to perform assigned duties and manage deadlines with minimal direction - Advanced technical writing, program governance, audit/assessment leadership, stakeholder management, and change/conflict management - Ability to work on simultaneous tasks that require a multi-disciplinary approach - Proficient in MS Office/Adobe + familiarity with records management systems and access control/badging platforms The successful candidate will possess a high degree of trust and integrity, communicate openly, display respect, foster teamwork, continuous learning and embracing innovative ideas and process improvement