Nuclear Security Officer I - McGuire Nuclear Station

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Armed Nuclear Security Officer

The Armed Nuclear Security Officer is responsible for providing physical protection of the nuclear power plant / facility and public against radiological sabotage, through compliance with all NRC security requirements as described in applicable Codes of Federal Regulations (10 CFR 73) and other associated relevant commitments (Physical Security Plan, Safeguards Contingency Plan, and Training and Qualification Plan).

As directed, Security Officers perform activities per plant / facility security procedures to provide physical protection of the facility, including : personnel and vehicle searches; surveillance and foot / vehicle patrols in the owner controlled, protected and vital areas of the site; and armed response if needed. Other duties include : assisting other site organizations (e.g. Operations, Maintenance, and Facilities) by providing security support as described in established procedures; testing security equipment; and accounting for security keys and equipment.

The Armed Nuclear Security Officer, in addition to having the appropriate technical and tactical mindset, must be able to instill public and regulatory confidence in this role, and maintain necessary skills and qualifications.

Summary of routine tasks :

• Conduct personnel and vehicle searches prior to allowing access to the owner controlled and protected areas.
• Respond to and evaluate protected and vital area alarms.
• Respond to contingency events.
• Assist in testing as described in established procedures.

The successful candidate must be able to complete and pass the following requirements :

The Armed Nuclear Security Officer must maintain skills and knowledge associated with security posts, responses, and contingencies :

Working Conditions

Basic Qualifications

Desired Qualifications

Travel Requirements 5-15%

Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable) No

Represented / Union Position No

Visa Sponsored Position No

Please note that in order to be considered for this position, you must possess all of the basic / required qualifications.