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Career Path => Security, FFD => Topic started by: PA92 on Apr 06, 2017, 06:01

Title: NSO
Post by: PA92 on Apr 06, 2017, 06:01

Hello All,


I am seeking some information from users on this forum, in regards to a position as a nuclear security officer. I just applied for a position with Exelon in Pennsylvania. This is my first application for this type of position. I am a few credits short of a Bachelor's degree, I've been working since I was 15 years old. I've done all sorts of jobs including security-related positions, and I have absolutely no criminal record whatsoever. I have perfect credit, good references, and I have never been fired from a job. I had a speeding ticket 4 years ago.


Now, I also have no military experience, which I hear is big in these types of positions. I am in my mid 20's.


What do you guys think my chances of getting called for an interview are?

Title: Re: NSO
Post by: rms0012 on Nov 04, 2017, 08:10

I further have questions like PA92’s, I recently applied to the Braceville plant. I was hoping to get some more information on the process and what expect during the process. I have around 4 years of law enforcement, a bachelor’s, and an working on a master I applied around a month ago and not a peep thus far.

If anybody could help PA92 our we’d appreciate it. PA92, have you heard anything since April? Maybe you could shed some light as well.

Thanks again.

Title: Re: NSO
Post by: Red Gold on Nov 05, 2017, 08:05

There are a lot of former LEOs and military vets applying for these jobs, so competition is tough. On the other side of the coin, Exelon plants can take a notoriously long time to get back to folks who have applied. In your particular case, I'd sit tight for now. When did or does the job posting expire?

Title: Re: NSO
Post by: rms0012 on Nov 08, 2017, 07:26

Thanks for the heads up Red Gold! It expired around a month ago, and was open for about 2-3 weeks if I recall. If I understand what you're saying, I'm only in the beginning of what could be a very long process. Any more info on the process would be much appreciated via PM or otherwise.

Thanks again

Title: Re: NSO
Post by: Crumdog on Mar 12, 2020, 10:53

LEO and Military are the usual candidates.  I have seen some people come in with no related experience.  It helps to know someone in the industry who could deliver your resume or even put a good word in for you. Nuclear Protective Services is a different world from Military and LE. You could try applying for other jobs that would grant you access. Previous nuclear experience could benefit you.