Cybersecurity SME

Chickasaw Nation Industries, Inc.•Denver, CO

About The Position

The Cybersecurity Subject Matter Expert (SME) provides an expert level of functional knowledge to the project and team leadership in a specialized field such as business, engineering, IT Governance and knowledge management. Applicable functional areas include systems engineering, business process, quality assurance, organizational planning, configuration and data information systems, major enterprise-wide technology deployments, or strategic enterprise infrastructure redesign. Chickasaw Nation Industries, Inc. serves as a holding company with multiple subsidiaries engaged in several lines of business (Technology, Infrastructure & Engineering, Health, Manufacturing, Public Safety, Consulting, and Transportation) for the federal government and commercial enterprises. A portion of our profits is used to support Chickasaw citizens. We are proud to support the economic development and long-term viability of the Chickasaw Nation and its people. CNI offers premium benefits eligible on the first day of hire to full time employees; (Medical - Dental – Vision), Company Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance, 401(K) Immediate Vesting, Professional Development Assistance, Legal Aid Assistance Program, Family Planning / Fertility Assistance, Personal Time Off, and Observance of Federal Holidays. As a federal contractor, CNI is a drug-free workplace and adheres to the Federal Controlled Substance Act.

Requirements

The ability to obtain, maintain and access classified information at the TS/SCI level.
IAT II+ Certification or IAM II+ required.
Business process improvement/reengineering experience.
Experience with industry methods for process improvement, organizational design, or performance optimization
Strong project management, solutions development
Excellent organization and time management skills with ability to handle multiple priorities
Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to assess business requirements
High level of proficiency in briefing managers and communicating recommendations regarding status of project
Excellent verbal and written communications skills
Superior customer service and relationship management skills
Ability to effectively interact with management and staff at all levels within a multi-level organization
Ability to proactively identify problems and effectively respond
Demonstrated integrity and professionalism
Excellent computer skills with advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office programs (i.e., Access, Excel, Word, Outlook)
Proven ability to perform under pressure and to adjust plans to meet changing needs and requirements
Broad conceptual judgment, initiative and ability to deal with complex issues
Ability to effectively work both individually and in a team environment
BA/MS and a minimum of five (5) years relevant experience in a technical discipline or eight (8) years of recent relevant experience.

Responsibilities

Implements, manages, and maintains current/future Cybersecurity standards, best practices.
Monitors and implements Cloud Computing Cybersecurity Plan for Operations (C3PO) practices e.g., receive, review, and coordination of intercepts, hardware reuse, and independent security assessments.
Support Joint & Co-Use Cybersecurity activities and information requests.
Supports the sponsorship of new services and facilities as needed.
Facilitates Assessment & Authorization (A&A) activities with Risk Management Executive (RME) and IC for UNCLASSIFIED, SECRET and TS/SCI.
Supports Combatant Command and 4th Estate unique security inquiries and provide recommendations for tailored processes.
Helps facilitate and prioritize interactions between CSPs and Government entities to prioritize the review of authorization packages.