Classification Officer
📍 Wilmington, NC | 🏢
🕒 Full-Time | On-Site
🔐 Q-Clearance Required or Eligible

Safeguarding sensitive information is a mission-critical responsibility. We are seeking a Classification Officer to oversee and manage our classification program in compliance with U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) and Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) regulations.

This position is ideal for professionals with experience in classification, information security, or nuclear programs who are ready to apply their expertise to protect sensitive technology and ensure operational compliance.

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Play a vital role in national security and information protection.
Partner with federal agencies and internal teams on cutting-edge projects.
Lead classification training and compliance initiatives in a high-impact industry.
Competitive compensation, benefits, and professional growth in a secure environment.

🛡️ What You’ll Do

Administer and manage the Company’s classification program in compliance with DOE/NRC guidance.
Qualify, train, and oversee Derivative Classifiers; ensure they remain technically competent.
Conduct periodic classification training and awareness briefings for employees.
Develop, review, and update classification guidance tailored to company operations.
Perform evaluations and audits of the classification program.
Analyze complex engineering and scientific information to provide classification determinations.
Respond to classification challenges and prepare declassification proposals.
Act as a subject matter expert for export-controlled, sensitive nuclear technology, and controlled unclassified information programs.
Advise leadership and the Security Manager on classification-related policies and procedures.
Maintain strong working relationships with DOE and NRC classification officials.

📘 What You’ll Bring

U.S. Citizenship (required).
Active or eligible DOE/NRC Q-Clearance (or equivalent DOD Top Secret).
Bachelor’s degree in a technical, engineering, or scientific discipline.
5+ years of related experience within nuclear-related programs.
Strong understanding of classification guides and information security programs.
Experience handling classified or sensitive information.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and technical writing.

🎯 Preferred Qualifications

Certification as a Classification Officer (DOE Classification Training Institute), ability to obtain/maintain.
Demonstrated success interfacing with federal regulatory agencies.
Advanced experience in classification program development, audits, or compliance in a highly regulated environment.

🔐 Important Note

This role requires the ability to obtain and maintain both a DOE/NRC Q-Clearance and Classification Officer certification.

Classification Officer - DOE/NRC Q