Cyber Security Specialist

Mohican Nation • Bowler, WI

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Cyber Security Specialist is responsible for protecting the Stockbridge‑Munsee Community’s information systems, data, and digital services. This role focuses on identity security, vulnerability management, incident response, and continuous security improvement across on-premises and cloud environments. The Specialist supports SMC’s mission by safeguarding sensitive tribal, governmental, health, and financial data while aligning cybersecurity practices with NIST and public‑sector best practices.

Requirements

• Must submit to and pass a pre-employment drug and health screening.
• Must be at least 18 years of age, unless otherwise stated on job description.
• Must maintain an acceptable departmental attendance record.
• Must be able to work weekends, nights and holidays.
• Associates degree, Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent experience in cyber security role.
• Working knowledge of cybersecurity threats, attack vectors, and defensive controls.
• Experience supporting Windows Environment, Active Directory, and Microsoft 365.
• Strong analytical, documentation, and communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively under deadlines.
• Strong sense of confidentiality, integrity, and public trust.
• Ability to translate cyber risk into business and operational impact.
• Collaboration across IT, leadership, and external partners.
• Continuous improvement and security‑first mindset.
• This is a full-time position requiring occasional on-call availability for critical incidents.
• Experience with SIEM and log analysis.
• Experience with Endpoint security platforms.
• Experience with Vulnerability management tools.
• Experience with Microsoft 365 / Azure security controls.
• Scripting or automation experience (PowerShell and/or Python).
• Experience with Zero Trust security principles.
• Experience in public sector, tribal government, healthcare, or regulated environments.
• Certifications (one of required): CompTIA Security+, CEH, CISA, or CISSP (or demonstrated progress toward certification).
• Must pass pre-employment drug and health screening.
• Must adhere to the Tribe’s Drug and Alcohol Free Workplace Policy during the course of employment.
• Must be eligible for coverage under the employer’s liability insurance.
• Must have demonstrated ability to maintain satisfactory working record in any prior or current employment.
• Must be able to meet physical requirements of position.
• Must have a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and insurance are required.
• Must obtain a Wisconsin driver’s license within 30 days of employment if applicant has an out-of-state driver’s license.
• Must meet and maintain the eligibility to operate a personal or tribal vehicle under the driver acceptability guidelines as established by Mohican Nation Insurance.
• Must abide by departmental and organizational safety, testing, and uniform guidelines.

Nice To Haves

• Equivalent experience in cyber security role.
• Demonstrated progress toward certification (CompTIA Security+, CEH, CISA, or CISSP).

Responsibilities

• Monitor, investigate, and respond to cybersecurity alerts from SIEM, endpoint, email, and cloud security tools.
• Lead incident response activities, including containment, remediation, documentation, and lessons learned.
• Coordinate with internal IT teams and trusted external partners during security incidents.
• Support 24/7 readiness through on‑call escalation when required.
• Support implementation and enforcement of Multi‑Factor Authentication (MFA) and password less authentication.
• Monitor authentication activity for anomalous or suspicious behavior.
• Support least‑privilege and role‑based access controls across SMC systems.
• Assist with identity governance.
• Perform vulnerability scanning and risk assessments across endpoints, servers, networks, and cloud services.
• Prioritize findings based on risk to SMC operations, data sensitivity, and regulatory impact.
• Track remediation efforts and report status to IT leadership.
• Support audit responses and risk assessments.
• Assist with deployment, configuration, and tuning of: Endpoint Detection & Response (EDR), Email and phishing protection, Network and firewall security controls, Microsoft 365 / Entra ID security features.
• Maintain logging and evidence required for audits and compliance reviews.
• Support cybersecurity policies and standards aligned with: NIST Cybersecurity Framework, Tribal governance requirements, Applicable public‑sector and health/financial data regulations.
• Assist with cybersecurity awareness training and phishing resistance programs.
• Contribute to incident response, disaster recovery, and business continuity documentation.

Benefits

• Tribal government operations jobs are treated as federally-funded for the purposes of the Employee Preference Policy Ordinance unless specifically identified as not federally-funded.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree