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Physical Security Specialist

Pantex

Job Location:

Amarillo, TX - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer

Posted: 20 May 2026 (30+ days ago)

Application Deadline: 17 August 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Location: Amarillo TX - Pantex Plant
Job Title: Physical Security Specialist
Career Level From: Specialist
Career Level To: Specialist
Organization: Physical Security ()
Job Specialty: Physical Security

What Youll Do

Duties for this job may include: planning implementation administration and management of multiple Server operating systems to include Windows server Linux server and OpenVMS server. Planning implementation administration and management of Windows Server Active Directory Group Policy Domain Naming Services and Network Policy Server. Network planning implementation and troubleshooting to include software administration of Cisco IOS and Cisco NX-OS. Planning implementation administration and management of the Security Video system. Management and administration of multiple security systems to include research and problem-solving of operational problems to improve system availability and system security.

Develops reviews and maintains technical documentation security systems configuration change control management including compliance with Pantex document control. Monitors policies and standards with Department of Energy (DOE)/National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA)/Pantex/Industry on Physical Security Systems.

The employees primary duty is the performance of office or non-manual work directly related to the management or general business operations of the Company and such primary duty includes the exercise of discretion and independent judgment denoted as follows: having the authority to formulate affect interpret or implement management policies or operating practices; carrying out major assignments related to the operation of the Companys business; work that affects business operations of the Company to a major degree and having the authority to commit the Company in matters having significant financial impact.

Independent judgment and discretion involve the comparison and evaluation of possible courses of conduct and having the authority to make an independent choice free from immediate direction with respect to matters of significance.

Minimum Job Requirements

Bachelors degree in engineering/science/information technology discipline: Minimum 4 years of relevant experience. Typical engineering/science experience ranging from 6 to 10 years.
OR Masters degree in engineering/science/information technology discipline: Minimum 2 years of relevant experience.
OR PhD: no experience.
OR applicants without a bachelors degree may be considered based on a combination of at least 12 years of completed education and/or relevant experience.

Department of Energy (DOE) Order 426.2A Requirements

Not applicable.

Preferred Job Requirements

Bachelors degree in a technical discipline (Engineering Management Information Systems (MIS) Computer Information Systems (CIS) or a related field) is preferred.
Knowledge and understanding of physical security principles and computer information systems.
Ability to provide solutions to a variety of technical problems of wide scope and complexity.
Ability to present technical and operational information clearly and effectively through the oral and written word.
Excellent Personal Computer (PC) skills required.
Any of the following Certifications or Diplomas would be preferred: Microsoft Windows Server Linux Server OpenVMS Cisco or other technical certifications.

#JointheMission: Your Impact Starts Here

At Pantex you wont just find a jobyoull discover a career of purpose safeguarding national security through work performed nowhere else on Earth. We empower dedicated innovative individuals like you to achieve their greatest impact surrounded by exceptional talent and limitless opportunities for professional growth.

When you #JointheMission you choose a lifetime career where your commitment is genuinely valued and rewarded. At Pantex we believe that extraordinary talent thrives when supported by a balanced life. Discover the flexibility that empowers you to excel coupled with a benefits package designed for your total peace of mind from comprehensive health coverage and robust retirement planning to opportunities for continuous learning through education reimbursement.

Notes

The minimum education and experience for the lowest career level in the job posting range are listed under Minimum Job Requirements. Successful candidates hired into a higher career level than the minimum in the range must meet the requirements listed in the job leveling charts for the career level into which they are being hired.

If a range of Career Levels is posted i.e. Senior Associate to Senior Specialist internal applicants already in one of the Career Levels would come across at their current Career Level. Internal applicants currently in a lower level Career Level would move to the lowest posted Career Level.

Requires a Q clearance; however all qualified candidates will be considered regardless of their current clearance status. The ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy Q clearance is required.

Position may require entry into Materials Access Areas (MAA) and participation in the Human Reliability Program (HRP). If HRP is required candidate must complete a counterintelligence-scope polygraph pursuant to 10 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) 709. Medical requirements may apply.

Pantex is a drug-free workplace. Candidates accepting a job offer will be required to pass a pre-placement physical drug screening and background investigation. As an employee you may be required to receive and maintain a security clearance from the United States Department of Energy in order to meet eligibility requirements for access to sensitive information or matter. U.S. citizenship is a requirement for security clearance applicants. All employees are subject to random selection for drug testing without advance notification.

Pantex is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color sex age religion national origin ancestry genetic information disability or veteran status.

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