Nuclear Security Analyst (Prairie Island)

Are you looking for an exciting job where you can put your skills and talents to work at a company you can feel proud to be a part of? Do you want a workplace that will challenge you and offer you opportunities to learn and grow?  A  position at Xcel Energy could be just what you’re looking for.

Nuclear Security Analyst

Position Summary

Responsible for auditing nuclear security performance and recommending corrective actions to ensure Security Force compliance with the nuclear Security Plan, procedures, Safeguards Contingency Plan and licensing documents.

Essential Responsibilities

• Audit nuclear security performance to ensure Security Force compliance with all policies and procedures.
• Update policies and procedures as needed and recommend or take action as appropriate.
• Identify methods to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the security organization and submit these suggestions to management.
• Conduct human performance and safety related evaluations in accordance with site requirements.
• Interface with various department managers for scheduled work activities.
• Conduct assessments of security programs.
• Monitor security department KPIs.
• Fulfill other security-related duties that may arise to meet departmental needs and regulatory commitments.
• Coordinate equipment repairs, logistics, and work with vendors for support and contracts as necessary.
• Support capital project (project initiation requests, work planning, implementations).
• Perform regulatory compliance evaluations and reviews.
• Conduct regulatory inspection readiness and support inspection activities. 

Minimum Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Two years of experience as a nuclear security officer or related experience.
• Be assigned to a dedicated Emergency Response Organization role, which will require either a dedicated on-call frequency or a pool-style response.
• Ability to obtain and maintain nuclear unescorted access (UA) and critical group requirements of 10 CFR 73.56.

Preferred Requirements

• Associate's or Bachelor's Degree
• 3+ years of experience in a Nuclear Security leadership role.
• Military or Law enforcement (nuclear regulatory related) experience.
• Ability to work in highly complex, procedurally driven environment.
• Currently Nuclear AA/UA (e.g. badged).

As a leading combination electricity and natural gas energy company, Xcel Energy offers a comprehensive portfolio of energy-related products and services to 3.4 million electricity and 1.9 million natural gas customers across eight Western and Midwestern states. At Xcel Energy, we strive to be the preferred and trusted provider of the energy our customers need. If you’re ready to be a part of something big, we invite you to join our team.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Individuals with a disability who need an accommodation to apply please contact us at recruiting@xcelenergy.com.

Non-Bargaining

The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $71,900.00 to $102,100.00 per year

This position is eligible for the following benefits: Annual Incentive Program, Medical/Pharmacy Plan, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Dependent Care Reimbursement Account, Health Care Reimbursement Account, Health Savings Account (HSA) (if enrolled in eligible health plan), Limited-Purpose FSA (if enrolled in eligible health plan and HSA), Transportation Reimbursement Account, Short-term disability (STD), Long-term disability (LTD), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Fitness Center Reimbursement (if enrolled in eligible health plan), Tuition reimbursement, Transit programs, Employee recognition program, Pension, 401(k) plan, Paid time off (PTO), Holidays, Volunteer Paid Time Off (VPTO), Parental Leave

Benefit plans are subject to change and Xcel Energy has the right to end, suspend, or amend any of its plans, at any time, in whole or in part.

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Deadline to Apply: 01/04/26

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