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Atkins is one of the world’s most respected design, engineering and project management consultancies. Atkins has been providing infrastructure planning, engineering, construction, environmental consulting, urban planning, architecture, and program management services to public and private clients across the United States for more than 50 years.

Atkins has the depth and breadth of expertise to respond to the most technically challenging and time-critical infrastructure projects and the urgent transition to a low-carbon economy.

Atkins Nuclear is currently seeking an energetic and highly motivated self-starter to join our team as a Technical Writer Specialist in Oak Ridge, TN.

JOB SUMMARY

This is a professional technical writing position within the Information Systems & Services (IS&S) Cyber Security Organization. The responsibilities of the person in this position is documenting cyber security policies, procedures and authorization documentation pertaining to all network and operating environments to include but not limited to:
Ability to present administrative, technical, and operational information clearly and effectively through the oral and written word as well as diagrams and charts
Coordinating and ensuring technical requirements of cyber security are appropriately documented and integrated into the overall site security efforts.
Reviewing and analyzing planned projects and initiatives that may have an impact on the cyber security policies and procedures.
Evaluating cyber threats, vulnerabilities, and risk to computing resources and clearly communicate into written policies and procedures.
Researching and documenting security best practices for particular devices, applications, and emerging technologies.
Evaluating compliance with the organization's security policies and making recommendations for areas of improvement.
Formal training or a demonstrated knowledge of cyber security is required. Good technical computing expertise with working knowledge of security controls for networks, systems, databases, and enterprise applications is required as well as knowledge of system life cycle methodologies to include risk management and configuration management.
Experience with the integration of new information technology into existing infrastructures is desired as well as familiarity with DOE/NNSA cyber security policy and associated implementation.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

This position requires at a minimum a Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Systems or related field with five years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience including certifications (e.g., SANS Training, CISSP, or other security certifications).
The successful candidate must have excellent verbal and written communications skills.
Applicants must be able to obtain and maintain a DOE “Q” clearance.
Knowledge of federal cybersecurity protection standards and baselines (e.g. NIST Cybersecurity Framework, NIST 800 series Special Publications, DoD STIGs, CNSSI 1253, DOE SD 205.1, DOE O 205.1)
Ability to develop and update cybersecurity policy documents, system security plans, baselines and threat models for deployment and risk acceptance decisions
Strong teamwork skills, including interaction with end users and operations personnel, in a service-oriented environment
Understanding of networking technologies and protocols

Atkins offers its employees a robust rewards package which includes: a competitive salary; a broad benefits package including medical/RX, dental, vision, life, disability, legal, hospitalization and other valuable voluntary options; generous time-off programs; flexible work schedules; 401(k) with employer match; professional and career development opportunities through our corporate university, as well as a highly-regarded tuition reimbursement program; and an unmatched culture focused on client-service, quality, and tireless pursuit of excellence in all we do. Atkins is an equal opportunity, drug-free employer committed to diversity in the workplace. EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability.

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