The Cyber Information Assurance Analyst III supports the customer by performing assessments of systems and networks within the networking environment or enclave and identifies where those systems/networks deviate from acceptable configurations, enclave policy, or local policy. Must be able to apply extensive technical expertise and has full knowledge of other related disciplines.  Work is performed without appreciable direction.  Exercises considerable latitude in determining technical objectives of assignment.  Completed work is reviewed from a relatively long- term perspective, for desired results.  Guides the successful completion of major programs and may function in a project leadership role. 

As a federal contractor, CNI is a drug-free workplace and adheres to the Federal Controlled Substance Act.    

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS  

• The ability to obtain, maintain and access classified information at the TS/SCI level. 

• Must possess certification at the DoD 8570 IAM or IAT level III.

• Demonstrates expertise in National and DoD IT policy.

• Demonstrate expert level knowledge and experience with participating in risk assessment during the Certification and Accreditation process.

• Demonstrate ability to design, develop, implement, and integrate IA architecture, system, or system component for use within data center, network, and enclave environments.

• Demonstrate experience with ensuring that the architecture and design of DoD ISs are functional and secure.

• Must possess appropriate level of certifications for this position as required by the contract.  

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES  

Essential Duties and responsibilities include the following.  Other duties may be assigned. 

Performs assessments of systems and networks within the networking environment or enclave and identifies where those systems/networks deviate from acceptable configurations, enclave policy, or local policy.  Achieves this through passive evaluations (compliance audits) and active evaluations (vulnerability assessments).   

Establishes strict program control processes to ensure mitigation of risks and supports obtaining certification and accreditation of systems.  This includes process support, analysis support, coordination support, security certification test support, security documentation support, investigations, software research, hardware introduction and release, emerging technology research inspections and periodic audits.   

Assists in the implementation of the required government policy and makes recommendations on process tailoring.   

Performs analyses to validate established security requirements and recommends additional security requirements and safeguards.   

Supports the formal Security Test and Evaluation required by each government accrediting authority through pre-test preparations, participation in the tests, analysis of the results, and preparation of required reports.   

Periodically conducts of a review of each system's audits and monitors corrective actions until all actions are closed.   

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE 

Bachelor's Degree and a minimum of five (5) years of experience in systems security, or equivalent combination of education/experience.   

PHYSICAL DEMANDS 

Work is primarily performed in an office environment. Regularly required to sit. Regularly required use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms to handle objects and operate tools, computer, and/or controls. Required to speak and hear. Occasionally required to stand, walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.  Exposed to general office noise with computers printers and light traffic.  

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job. 

EOE including Disability/Vet  

The estimated pay range for this role is $70K to $90K, with the final offer contingent on location, skillset, and experience. 

CNI offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401(k)
• Family Planning/Fertility Assistance
• STD/LTD/Basic Life/AD&D
• Legal-Aid Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Time Off (PTO) – (11) Federal Holidays
• Training and Development Opportunities

Your application submission will be considered for all potential employment opportunities with Chickasaw Nation Industries (CNI).