Information Security Specialist (Q-Cleared)

Edgewater Technical Associates is seeking qualified candidates for an Information Security Specialist in Oak Ridge, TN.

An active DOE Q Clearance is required.

Position Summary:

We are seeking an experienced Information Security Specialist to support a Department of Energy (DOE) program with a focus on Classified Matter Protection and Control (CMPC) and Technical Security disciplines, including COMSEC, TEMPEST, and Technical Surveillance Countermeasures (TSCM)–related activities. This role is critical to ensuring the protection of classified information, systems, and facilities in accordance with DOE orders, federal regulations, and site-specific security requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

- Implement, administer, and maintain CMPC programs in compliance with DOE orders, policies, and procedures

- Support technical security programs, including COMSEC, TEMPEST, and other classified information protection measures

- Conduct classified material accountability, control, inventories, and audits

- Develop, review, and maintain security documentation, procedures, and work instructions

- Provide security guidance and subject matter expertise to operations, engineering, and management personnel

- Support inspections, assessments, and audits by DOE and internal oversight organizations

- Investigate, document, and report security incidents, infractions, or vulnerabilities

- Coordinate with counterintelligence, cyber security, physical security, and classification organizations as required

- Assist with training and briefing personnel on CMPC and technical security requirements

- Participate in facility walkdowns and assessments to verify compliance with security controls

Required Qualifications:

- Bachelor’s degree in Security Management, Information Assurance, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience)

- Demonstrated experience with CMPC programs within a DOE or similar classified environment

- Experience with Technical Security, COMSEC, TEMPEST, or related classified security disciplines

- Prior experience supporting a DOE or NNSA site

- Working knowledge of DOE Orders (e.g., 470 series), NNSA requirements, and federal security regulations

- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including technical documentation

Preferred Qualifications:

- Professional security certifications (e.g., CPP, PSP, CISSP, COMSEC certifications)

- COMSEC Custodian or Alternate Custodian experience

- Familiarity with classified information systems and secure facility operations

- Experience supporting startup, commissioning, or operational environments

Other Job Requirements:

- United States Citizenship

- Active DOE Q Security Clearance

If you are interested in being considered for this position and your resume clearly outlines your relevant experience for this position, please follow the application steps via our website: www.edgewatertech.net/careers

Edgewater will not submit your resume without first having detailed discussions with you and obtaining your permission to do so. We look forward to hearing from you!

WORKING WITH EDGEWATER TECHNICAL ASSOCIATES

Founded in 2003, Edgewater Technical Associates, LLC (Edgewater) is a New Mexico-based small business headquartered in Los Alamos, NM, with five (5) regional offices across the United States to locally support their growing presence at project sites. Edgewater has a proven track record and is a trusted provider of fixed-price construction projects, engineering, and technical services for the Department of Energy (DOE), Department of Defense (DOD), National Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC), Canadian Commercial Nuclear Industry, and private sector commercial contractors involved in nuclear, high-hazard, or complex operations. Edgewater’s experience and guidance ensure that its customers perform hazardous operations, comply with regulatory requirements, and maintain the highest quality and safety standards.

Originally founded to support the Los Alamos National Laboratory, Edgewater now supports customers across the U.S. and Canada. Edgewater has five offices, with corporate headquarters in Los Alamos, NM and regional offices in Carlsbad, NM; Oak Ridge, TN; Aiken, SC; and Richland, WA.

Edgewater is committed to recruiting and maintaining a staff of highly skilled professionals to support our customers. In keeping with this objective, we offer highly competitive salaries and employee benefit packages structured to best suit your needs. We offer multiple individual and family benefit options including paid time off, medical, dental, life, vision, and disability insurance, and a pre- and post-tax 401 (k) retirement account with Company matching contributions and 100% vesting for eligible participants beginning DAY 1.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Edgewater is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veterans, or individuals with disabilities in accordance with EO 14173.

View all Edgewater opportunities at www.edgewatertech.net/careers