BEO - Director of Safeguards and Security - Uranium Enrichment

At BWX Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: BWXT), we are People Strong, Innovation Driven. A U.S.-based company, BWXT is a Fortune 1000 and Defense News Top 100 manufacturing and engineering innovator that provides safe and effective nuclear solutions for global security, clean energy, environmental restoration, nuclear medicine and space exploration. With more than 7,800 employees, BWXT has 14 major operating sites in the U.S., Canada and the U.K. We are the sole manufacturer of naval nuclear reactors for U.S. submarines and aircraft carriers. Our company supplies precision manufactured components, services and fuel for the commercial nuclear power industry across four continents. Our joint ventures provide environmental restoration and operations management at a dozen U.S. Department of Energy and NASA facilities. BWXT’s technology is driving advances in medical radioisotope production in North America and microreactors for various defense and space applications. For more information, visit www.bwxt.com. Follow us on LinkedIn, X, Facebook and Instagram.

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We believe in empowering our employees and cultivating a dynamic workplace that fosters growth and collaboration. Whether you’re an experienced professional or just starting your career, you'll find opportunities to challenge yourself, learn from seasoned experts, and contribute to nuclear innovation. We require a diverse range of skills to support our work in the markets that drive our business and welcome candidates from all backgrounds and life stages who are passionate about making a difference.

Position Overview
At BWXT, we are committed to delivering innovative nuclear solutions that contribute to a better world. We recently announced a new venture in advanced uranium enrichment, designed to support a new era of energy innovation and national security while modernizing the fuel cycle. As a trusted leader in nuclear operations, we are expanding into the enrichment sector and are actively seeking visionary leaders to help shape the future of nuclear energy in the United States.

BWXT is seeking a Director of Safeguards and Security to lead, manage, and continuously improve the enterprise-wide security programs within our Uranium Enrichment Business Unit, supporting the Domestic Uranium Enrichment Centrifuge Experiment (DUECE) program and related DOE/NNSA initiatives.

This executive role will be responsible for the strategic development and operational oversight of Physical Security, Information Security, Personnel Security, Nuclear Material Control & Accountability (NMC&A), and all Classification programs. The selected candidate will play a key role in ensuring compliance with DOE, NRC, and NNSA regulatory frameworks, while protecting national security interests across highly sensitive nuclear enrichment operations.

Location
On-site in Oak Ridge, TN

Your Day to Day as the Director of Safeguards and Security – Uranium Enrichment:

• Lead and manage the Safeguards and Security Division for the BWXT Enrichment Operations, LLC, overseeing all aspects of:
  • Physical security systems and access controls
  • Cybersecurity and information protection
  • Classification and Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) management
  • Nuclear Material Control & Accountability (NMC&A)
  • Personnel and Operations Security
• Serve as the primary interface with DOE, NNSA, NRC, and intelligence community stakeholders on security and classification matters.
• Provide executive guidance on the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of security-related policies and procedures in accordance with DOE Orders (e.g., 470.4B, 475.2B) and NNSA directives.
• Lead self-assessments, vulnerability analyses, and audits to ensure the enterprise maintains readiness and full compliance with regulatory standards.
• Drive a strong security culture across engineering, science, and operations personnel, including tailored training programs for classification, OPSEC, and handling of sensitive materials.
• Serve as Classification Officer and Derivative Classifier, providing final authority and expert guidance on classification d