POSITION SUMMARY: The position of Program Manager, Nuclear Security will be the primary point of contact for physical security and cyber security issues pertaining to the NuScale design. This role will require supervising a team to develop programs and processes for the management of physical security and cyber security as well as work in tandem with the Emergency Preparedness team in support of development or client projects. This position may also serve as Capture Manager for customer proposals. Applies operating experience and sound operational knowledge, techniques, and practices for integration of the NuScale design to the physical security and cyber security programs to ensure overall safe operations and maintenance of the plant. Supports the plant services group in developing and marketing plant services for a NuScale power plant to ensure compliance to all applicable codes and standards, and the licensing commitments associated with the NuScale standard design.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities•Exercises extensive knowledge of industry best practices and innovative technology in developing the NuScale physical security system for a future NuScale site.
•Integrates customer needs with existing or proposed regulations to create physical security strategies and plans utilizing optimized security staffing in support of COL applicants.
•Develops and implements a NuScale cyber security program governing the design and procurement of computers, networks, hardware and software, including components with embedded digital attributes.
•Provides oversight of NuScale cyber security activities to ensure stakeholders are applying consistent risk-informed regulatory guidance.
•Creates cyber security and physical security plans in support of COL applicants referencing the NuScale design.
•Supports industry and government meetings that shape rulemaking efforts for physical security and cyber security.
•Develops resolutions for complex problems using professional operational principles and company objectives to resolve unique situations.
•Exercises judgment within broadly defined policies and practices using professional principles and company objectives to resolve complex issues.
•Able to manage large projects and complete tasks with minimal supervision. Collaborates with team members to ensure solutions are vetted and deliverables are of high quality.
•Regularly interacts with management and other organizations on matters requiring coordination across organizational lines. Presents technical information concerning NuScale projects to the NRC and other stakeholders on behalf of NuScale.
•Mentors and trains others on sound approaches and standards for solving problems in technical areas of expertise. Leads a cooperative effort among members of a project team with responsibility for results.
•Performs other duties as assigned.
CORE COMPETENCIES : To perform the job successfully, the individual should demonstrate competencies in performing the essential functions of this position by performing satisfactorily in each of these competencies.
•Business Acumen : A strategic thinker with good business perspective and an understanding of the company’s business. Able to function comfortably in political interactions. Capable of developing strong interpersonal networks within the organization.
•Problem solving: Decisive with good judgment. Identifies and resolves problems in an efficient and effective manner. Gathers and reviews information appropriately. Uses own judgment and acts independently; seeks input from other team members as appropriate for complex or sensitive situations.
•Oral/written communication: Strong communication skills, externally and internally. Listens carefully and speaks clearly and professionally in all situations. Edits work for accuracy and clarity, Is able to create, read and interpret complex written information.
•Planning/organizing : Capable leader; able to establish a vision and align an organization around the vision. Prioritizes and plans work activities, organizes personal and project timelines and deadlines, tracks project timelines and deadlines, and uses time efficiently.
•Integrity: Is trusted by peers and subordinates.
•Adaptability: Adapts to changes in the work environment, manages competing demands and is able to deal with frequent interruptions, changes, delays, or unexpected events.
•Dependability: Consistently on time and at work, responds to management expectations.
•Team Building: Capable of developing strong interpersonal networks and trust within the organization, setting expectations and requirements and achieving accountability of supervised personnel. Leads consensus by involving all stakeholders, facilitating their understanding of differences, agreeing on requirements and constraints, and developing the best solution.
•Safety Culture: Adheres to the NuScale Safety culture and is expected to model safe behavior and influence peers to meet high standards.
•Quality Assurance: Commits to the understanding and implementation of quality assurance regulations, standards and guidelines of 10 CFR 50 Appendix B, 10 CFR 21, and ASME NQA-1.
Minimum Skills, Qualifications And Abilities
•Education: A minimum of a BS degree in Cyber Security or Security Management, Engineering, or a related discipline is required. Alternatively, candidates with an additional 6 years (16 years total) of directly applicable full-time work experience in the subject area may be considered in lieu of a degree. An advanced degree is preferred.
•Experience: A minimum of 10 years of commercial nuclear experience in operations or design is required. Prior experience with US nuclear cyber and physical security is required. Experience working with regulatory requirements: 10CFR73.54 and 10CFR73.55 is required. Working knowledge of NuScale and industry efforts to reduce costs and minimize regulatory burden in the areas of physical security and cyber security is highly desired. Previous Senior Reactor Operator (SRO) license holder is preferred.
•Industry Requirements: Eligible to work under Department of Energy 10 CFR Part 810.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
•Ability to understand and communicate clearly using a phone, personal interaction, and computers.
•Ability to learn new job functions and comprehend and understand new concepts quickly and apply them accurately in a rapidly evolving environment.
•The employee frequently is required; to sit and stand; walk; bend, use hands to operate office equipment; and reach with hands and arms.
•Ability to travel nationally and locally using common forms of transportation.
Disclaimer : Employee(s) must perform the essential duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation efficiently and accurately without causing significant safety threat to self or others. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employee(s) assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and/or skills required of all employees in this classification.
Portland, Oregon Metropolitan Area
full_time
