About Dragana

I joined the Public Company “Nuclear Facilities of Serbia” in 2011, immediately after graduating from the School of Electrical Engineering, starting my professional career as a Researcher within the Department for Development and Application of Nuclear Technologies, which includes the research reactors RA and RB and the closed uranium mine Kalna. This early engagement enabled me to gain valuable hands-on experience in nuclear facilities and develop a strong technical foundation. In 2016, I transitioned to the security field and was appointed Systems Control Engineer in the Department for Nuclear Security, where I became directly involved in the development, maintenance, and improvement of nuclear security systems. In 2017, I successfully completed the WINS Academy programme and obtained the title of Certified Nuclear Security Professional, further strengthening my expertise in nuclear security, international recommendations, and best practices. In 2021, I was promoted to Head of the Department for Physical Protection Systems (PPS) within the Department for Nuclear Security. In this role, I am responsible for the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of a comprehensive nuclear security system within the Public Company “Nuclear Facilities of Serbia,” ensuring the highest level of protection of nuclear facilities and materials against potential threats, in compliance with national legislation, international conventions, and IAEA recommendations. My responsibilities include the development and implementation of nuclear security plans, procedures, and supporting documentation; conducting threat and risk assessments; identifying vulnerabilities; and designing, upgrading, and maintaining advanced physical protection systems, including intrusion detection, access control, and video surveillance systems. I also coordinate emergency preparedness and incident response activities in cooperation with relevant national authorities and stakeholders to ensure an effective and timely response to any security-related event. In addition, I am actively involved in strengthening insider threat prevention and mitigation measures through the development of procedures, awareness activities, and the promotion of a strong nuclear security culture. I place significant emphasis on continuous professional education by regularly participating in international training courses, workshops, and conferences in the field of nuclear security, enabling the integration of the latest knowledge and good practices into institutional processes. I am also engaged in the security aspects of transport of nuclear and other radioactive material, including planning, coordination, and implementation of appropriate physical protection measures during transport operations in accordance with national regulations and international guidance.

Description

I joined the PC Nuclear Facilities of Serbia in 2011 and became a Researcher within the Department for Development and Application of Nuclear Technologies (part of the Department are research reactors RA and RB, and closed uranium mine Kalna). In 2016, I moved to Security and became a Systems Control Engineer in the Department for Nuclear Security. In 2017. I have successfully finished WINS Academy and become a Certified Nuclear Professional. In 2021, I was promoted to Head of the Department for PPS within the Department for Nuclear Security. As the Head of the Department for Nuclear Security Systems, my responsibilities are: developing and implementing a comprehensive nuclear security system within the Public Company "Nuclear Facilities of Serbia" to maintain the highest level of security for nuclear facilities, safeguarding against potential threats and ensuring compliance with regulations and industry best practices. This involves developing and putting in place all security plans and procedures, conducting risk assessments, identifying vulnerabilities, and designing and implementing advanced security systems which include intrusion detection, access control, and surveillance. Effective emergency management and incident response through coordination with relevant stakeholders is also one of my responsibilities.

Area of expertise

Physical protection