Iowa State University
Location
Ames, IA | United States
Job description
Would you like to work for a National Laboratory that conducts world-renowned research? Would you enjoy working on a diverse, beautiful, university campus? Can you imagine yourself in a mid-sized location that regularly ranks as one of the U.S. Best Places to Live ? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you should consider a career with Ames National Laboratory!
Ames Laboratory is a U.S. Department of Energy federally contracted National Laboratory located in Ames, Iowa, on the campus of Iowa State University. We are dedicated to translating foundational science through applied research to create technological innovations. We create materials, inspire minds to solve problems, and address some of the most challenging issues facing our world today. We promote and believe in a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, civility, and shared ownership in support of the Laboratory's collective success.
Ames Laboratory is seeking candidates to fulfill the role of Security Services Assistant (Program Assistant III.) Reporting directly to the Security Services Coordinator, this position supports safeguard and security activities as described in Ames Laboratoryâs prime contract and applicable DOE Orders, Directives, and regulations. This position also includes, but may not be limited to, administering the Laboratoryâs Local Site Specific Only (LSSO) credential issuance, support of the Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12) Personnel Identity Verification (PIV) credential issuance, and administrative coordination.
The Security Services Assistant will partner with Human Resources and laboratory management to sponsor and issue LSSO and HSPD-12 PIV credentials for new employees and associates; coordinate certificate sponsorship, management, and termination; initiate and facilitate background investigations, information collection, and adjudications utilizing DOE applications (USAccess and eAPP); address lost and misplaced credentials and the associated reporting; support the completion of data calls and report generation related to HSPD-12 PIV credentialing; and support PIV use for personnel access in the Ames Laboratory Personnel Access Control System (PACS). In addition to the LSSO credential, the Security Services Specialist will also issue, track, manage, and terminate HSPD-12 PIV credentials.
This position administers the LSSO and Visitor Management programs and is responsible for the monitoring, data management, and compliance of applicable procedures listed in DOE Order 472.2A, Personnel Security, DOE O 470.4B, Safeguards and Security Program, and DOE O 473.1A, Physical Protection Program. The Security Services Specialist will also support the Security Services Coordinator and SES Director as needed.
Responsibilities will include interpreting guidance, creating new applicable policies, monitoring activity, leading projects within program scope, and communicating to all levels of Ames Laboratory.
The successful candidate will possess excellent organizational capabilities, written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work with a diverse clientele in executing safeguard and security programs. A proactive approach, with the ability to analyze situations, solve problems, advise management, and develop policies and procedures within the assigned program responsibilities will be important to be successful in this position. The candidate should also have the ability to use computer software for the preparation of computer-based training, database applications, work processing, virtual meetings, PowerPoint presentations, communication, report writing and/or data analysis. Current DOE security clearance or ability to security DOE security clearance within one yar of employment.
To apply for this position, please click on âApplyâ and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:
1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae3) List of Professional References
If you have questions regarding this application process, please email [email protected] or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485. Why Choose ISU?
About Iowa State University
Iowa State University is classified as a Carnegie Foundation Doctoral/Research University-Extensive, a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), and ranked by U.S. News and World Report as one of the top public universities in the nation. Over 36,000 students are enrolled and served by over 6,200 faculty and staff (see Ames, Iowa is a progressive community of 60,000, located approximately 30 minutes north of Des Moines, and recently voted the best college town in the nation (see Iowa State University is an equal opportunity employer committed to excellence through diversity and strongly encourages applications from all qualified applicants, including women, underrepresented minorities, and veterans. ISU is responsive to the needs of dual career couples, is dedicated to work-life balance through an array of policies, and is an NSF ADVANCE institution. Iowa State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status and will not be discriminated against.
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