Security Analyst I

Centrus Global • Oak Ridge, TN

14d • Onsite

About The Position

If you’re the kind of person who notices what others miss and believes security is both a science and a strategy, this role is for you. As a Security Analyst at Centrus Energy, you’ll help safeguard critical information, people, and assets at the American Centrifuge Operating facility in Oak Ridge. You’ll operate at the intersection of compliance, physical protection, and operational readiness—supporting a highly regulated nuclear environment where precision and vigilance matter every day.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, business administration, security management, physical security, or related field, or equivalent experience
• 2+ years of security-related experience
• Strong working knowledge of safeguards and security principles, including NRC regulations
• Experience using Microsoft Office and preparing reports and documentation
• The ability to obtain and maintain a “Q” clearance.

Nice To Haves

• 3+ years of experience working with security systems
• Experience in performance assurance or performance testing
• Experience delivering security-related training
• Background in vulnerability or risk analysis
• Professional security certifications such as Physical Security Professional or other recognized physical security certifications
• An active “Q” level security clearance

Responsibilities

• Support the implementation and continuous improvement of physical, information, and personnel security programs, ensuring compliance with NRC and DOE requirements while maintaining a strong security posture.
• Evaluate site and policy changes for regulatory impact, conducting change analyses to protect system effectiveness, supporting intrusion detection systems, performing audits and self-assessments, and assisting with investigations and regulatory inspections.
• Guide employees and contractors on security protocols, help deliver security training, serve as a point of contact for controlled article entry and security issues, and step in as backup leadership when needed—sometimes on rotating shifts, including nights and weekends.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level