Principal Security Architect (Prin Applications Analyst)

Mission Support and Test Services, LLC (MSTS) manages and operates the Nevada National Security Site (NNSS) for the U.S. National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA).  Our MISSION is to help ensure the security of the United States and its allies by providing high-hazard experimentation and incident response capabilities through operations, engineering, education, field, and integration services and by acting as environmental stewards to the Site’s Cold War legacy.  Our VISION is to be the user site of choice for large-scale, high-hazard, national security experimentation, with premier facilities and capabilities below ground, on the ground, and in the air. (See NNSS.gov for our unique capabilities.) Our 2,750+ professional, craft, and support employees are called upon to innovate, collaborate, and deliver on some of the more difficult nuclear security challenges facing the world today.  In this environment, the best ideas need to be voiced and every opinion matters.  As such, MSTS places great value on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion and is committed to a diverse and equitable workforce, with an inclusive culture that values and celebrates the diversity of our people, talents, ideas, and perspectives.

• MSTS offers our full-time employees highly competitive salaries and benefits packages including medical, dental, and vision; both a pension and a 401k; paid time off and 96 hours of paid holidays; relocation (if located more than 75 miles from work location); tuition assistance and reimbursement; and more.  
• MSTS is a limited liability company consisting of Honeywell International Inc. (Honeywell), Jacobs Engineering Group Inc. (Jacobs), and HII Nuclear Inc.

MSTS seeks a dedicated Security Systems Architect (Principal Applications Analyst) with a strong passion for security technology and system management, you will oversee the design, administration and life cycle management of the Physical Security Systems. Your responsibilities will encompass security system design, developing road maps, integration and collaborate with teams from construction, IT infrastructure, applications, and cybersecurity for the life cycle of Physical Security Systems. Adhere to security policies, providing comprehensive plans to integrate new systems, and recommend improvements. Additionally, you will maintain thorough documentation, lead projects, ensure compliance with regulatory standards, and manage risks. Effective communication and collaboration with cross-functional teams to meet business needs and keep stakeholders informed will be essential for success in this role.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with teams from cybersecurity, infrastructure, construction, and applications to develop and integrate a comprehensive, highly available Physical Security System.
• Partner with Cybersecurity and IT Infrastructure to document and address information security, security architecture, and systems security engineering requirements throughout the acquisition life cycle.
• Evaluate the impact of relevant emerging technology and business trends.  Uses business knowledge and drives innovation by empowering SMEs and relevant stakeholders to perceive, evaluate, and prioritize opportunities based on significant business impact.
• Interpret and deliver impactful plans/road maps that specify strategy and improve security systems integration in support of business initiatives to achieve results.
• Ensure that acquired or developed security system(s) and architecture(s) are consistent with cybersecurity, infrastructure, construction, and IT organizational guidelines.
• Work with Cybersecurity to perform security reviews, identify gaps in security architecture, and develop a security risk management plan.
• Define and document how the implementation of a new security system or new interfaces between systems impacts the current security and IT environments.
• Skilled in managing, testing, and implementing current security architectures for operating systems, networks, cybersecurity analysis tools and related IT systems.
• Identify systemic security issues based on the analysis of vulnerability and configuration data; apply secure system design tools, methods and techniques.
• Evaluate security architectures and designs to determine the adequacy of security design and architecture proposed or provided in response to requirements contained in acquisition documents.
• Work with Cybersecurity to develop security system plans.
• Assist in Security Plan Development.
• Involved in security reporting and analysis to regulatory agencies and federal oversight.
• Manage multiple priorities of projects and requests.
• Serve as the technical lead on very large, complex Physical Security Systems projects.
• Perform other duties assigned by Management. 

• Bachelor’s degree in a computer related field or equivalent computer-related experience with at least 8 years of relevant, progressively responsible experience. 
• Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in the field of Information Systems, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Engineering or Physical Science desired. 
• Relevant experience while demonstrating an increasing progression of responsibilities including demonstrated work in data engineering, systems design, technology selection, and team leadership.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in developing a vision and executing supporting road maps for business data strategy.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience with access control systems, intrusion detection systems, and video management systems integration preferred.
• Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills for effective support and documentation.
• Expertise in multiple technology environments and in-depth understanding of Security Architecture, business planning and strategy requirements. 
• Team Player: Ability to collaborate within a team environment and work independently when necessary.
• Security: Knowledge of security best practices and relevant regulations.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office suites, including Excel and similar programs.
• The primary work location will be at the Losee Road facility in North Las Vegas, Nevada. Work at the Nevada National Security Site (located 65 miles northwest of Las Vegas, Nevada) is required in support of these functions. 
• Work schedule will be 4/10s Monday through Thursday (subject to change).
• Personnel may be requested by leadership to work in excess of 40 hours per week due to projects, activities, and emergences; critical operational demands may occasionally require off-shift work
• Pre-placement physical examination, which includes a drug screen, is required. MSTS maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.

MSTS is required by DOE directive to conduct a pre-employment drug test and background review that includes checks of personal references, credit, law enforcement records, and employment/education verifications. Applicants offered employment with MSTS are also subject to a federal background investigation to meet the requirements for access to classified information or matter if the duties of the position require a DOE security clearance. Substance abuse or illegal drug use, falsification of information, criminal activity, serious misconduct or other indicators of untrustworthiness can cause a clearance to be denied or terminated by DOE, resulting in the inability to perform the duties assigned and subsequent termination of employment. In addition, Applicants for employment must be able to obtain and maintain a DOE Q-level security clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship, at least 18 years of age. Reference DOE Order 472.2, “Personnel Security”. If you hold more than one citizenship (i.e., of the U.S. and another country), your ability to obtain a security clearance may be impacted.

Department of Energy Q Clearance (position will be cleared to this level). Reviews and tests for the absence of any illegal drug as defined in 10 CFR Part 707.4, “Workplace Substance Abuse Programs at DOE Sites,” will be conducted.  Applicant selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation, required to participate in subsequent reinvestigations, and must meet the eligibility requirements for access to classified matter. Successful completion of a counterintelligence evaluation, which may include a counterintelligence-scope polygraph examination, may also be required. Reference 10 CFR Part 709, “Counterintelligence Evaluation Program.”

MSTS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. MSTS is a background screening, drug-free workplace.

Annual salary range for this position is: $113,276.80 - $172,744.00.

Starting salary is determined based on the position market value, the individual candidate education and experience and internal equity.