OverviewThe Nuclear Company is the fastest growing startup in the nuclear and energy space creating a never before seen fleet-scale approach to building nuclear reactors. Through its design-once, build-many approach and coalition building across communities, regulators, and financial stakeholders, The Nuclear Company is committed to delivering safe and reliable electricity at the lowest cost, while catalyzing the nuclear industry toward rapid development in America and globally.About the roleThe Director, Special Projects is a senior security leadership role responsible for the strategic design, governance, and delivery of enterprise security initiatives across TNC's fleet-scale nuclear construction and operational programs. This individual will serve as a trusted advisor to executive leadership, regulators, and government stakeholders assuring that TNC's people, assets, critical infrastructure, and organizational reputation are protected at every stage of development.The ideal candidate brings deep experience in civil and defense nuclear security, critical national infrastructure (CNI) protection, and operational resilience, with a proven track record of enabling complex, high-value programs to progress safely within highly regulated environments. This role requires a leader who can build and govern security operating models, lead multidisciplinary teams, and drive regulatory assurance at the Board and executive level.ResponsibilitiesStrategic Security LeadershipDevelop and execute enterprise-wide security strategies aligned with TNC's fleet-scale nuclear construction mission and long-term business objectivesProvide technical authority and executive assurance across multi-project portfolios, ensuring regulatory compliance and operational resilienceDesign and implement security operating models and service frameworks that scale across multiple sites and programsAct as a trusted advisor to executive stakeholders, regulators, and government bodies on all matters of security strategy and riskProgram Governance & DeliveryLead the governance and delivery of nuclear and CNI security services across complex, regulated programsDevelop and maintain security cases for regulatory review and approvalAbility to oversee physical security architecture and engineering across TNC's construction and operational sitesImplement strategies and make principled, data-based decisions that account for critical factors including cost, schedule, risk, and regulatory requirementsRisk, Threat & Crisis ManagementDirect enterprise-level risk, threat, and vulnerability management programsLead crisis management and business resilience planning, ensuring TNC is prepared for a full spectrum of security scenariosConduct and oversee risk assessments to inform security posture and investment decisionsSupport effective working relationships between international and United States entities involving TNC security interestsLead, mentor, and assure teams of senior security consultants, subject matter experts, and operational security personnelBuild a high-performing, multidisciplinary security organization that achieves superior resultsHold self and others accountable for living the TNC TRUST principlesRespect the dignity of every individual and different viewpoints; foster a culture of inclusion and collaborationFinancial & Business PerformanceManage financial performance of security programs to contain costs and support the long-term success of the companyDevelop and grow security service lines, contributing to business growth and stakeholder confidenceShape employee and stakeholder opinions, and work through conflicts to create win/win outcomesExperienceHigh school education or equivalent requiredBS/BA degree in criminal justice, law enforcement, business, psychology, or comparable work experience preferredMinimum 10 years of security, military, and/or civilian law enforcement leadership experience requiredPrior nuclear security management/supervisory experience preferredDemonstrated experience at the Director level or above, with accountability for enterprise security strategy, regulatory assurance, and operational resilience across nuclear, CNI, government, or energy sectorsProven track record of Board and executive-level engagement, including advising regulators and government bodiesExperience leading multidisciplinary security teams across complex, multi-project portfoliosBackground in security case development and regulatory approval processesExperience designing and implementing security operating models and service frameworksKnowledge, Skills & AbilitiesDeep expertise in nuclear and critical national infrastructure security environmentsStrong capabilities in physical security architecture and engineeringProven risk, threat, and vulnerability management skills with sound decision-making abilityExperience in crisis management and business resilience planningAbility to support effective working relationships between international and United States entities involving TNC security interestsAbility to lead and motivate a large, geographically distributed teamMust know or have the ability to learn and maintain the Security Program in support of company objectives and in compliance with changing regulatory requirementsExperience with small-arms, security electronic detection and computer systems, and small unit tactics will be strongly consideredAny applicant accepting this position will be required to meet background screening and NRC Fitness for Duty requirementsCompetitive compensation packages401k with company matchEstimated Starting Salary RangeThe estimated starting salary range for this role is $178,000 - $204,000 annually less applicable withholdings and deductions, paid on a bi-weekly basis. The actual salary offered may vary based on relevant factors as determined in the Company’s discretion, which may include experience, qualifications, tenure, skill set, availability of qualified candidates, geographic location, certifications held, and other criteria deemed pertinent to the particular role.EEO StatementThe Nuclear Company is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an environment of inclusion in the workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We prohibit discrimination in all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, demotion, transfer, compensation, and termination. #J-18808-Ljbffr