Director, Nuclear Security

Columbia, SC, Reno, NV, Washington DC, Seattle, WA

The 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 Role

The Director of Nuclear Security serves as the senior operational leader responsible for the protection of The Nuclear Company’s nuclear facilities, personnel, information, and assets. This position ensures full compliance with federal regulations, including the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) 10 CFR Part 73 requirements, and develops and implements a comprehensive security strategy that maintains the highest standards of nuclear safety, physical protection, and operational resilience. The Director leads all site-based nuclear security functions, including armed response, access control, intrusion detection, cyber-physical system integration, and regulatory engagement.

Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

• Lead the development and execution of the company’s Nuclear Security Program, aligning with NRC, DOE, DHS, and industry best practices.
• Advise executive leadership on nuclear security threats, vulnerabilities, and mitigation strategies.
• Oversee security governance for all regulated facilities under NRC Part 73, including contingency planning and insider threat mitigation.

Regulatory Compliance

Operational Oversight

Personnel and Training

Risk Management and Technology

Budget and Resource Management

Experience

Preferred Qualifications

Estimated Starting Salary Range

The estimated starting salary range for this role is $176,000 - $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 Statement

The 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.

Export Control

Certain positions at The Nuclear Company may involve access to information and technology subject to export controls under U.S. law. Compliance with these export controls may result in The Nuclear Company limiting its consideration of certain applicants.

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