The Cyber Information Assurance Analyst SME -SCA-R supports DoD systems through the full Risk Management Framework (RMF) lifecycle by conducting risk analysis, control validation, and cybersecurity assessments. This role works closely with government stakeholders to evaluate system security posture, ensure compliance with DoD and NIST requirements, assess vulnerabilities, and support system authorization activities using approved government tools.

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.    

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS  

• Have an active DoD Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility

• DoD 8570 IAM/IA Technical (IAT) Level II certification

• Demonstrated experience with STIGs (Security Technical Implementation Guides), Security Requirement Guides (SRGs), Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms) and cybersecurity best practices

• Advanced understanding of the RMF process, NIST SP 800- 37, NIST SP 800-53, CNSSI 1253

• Demonstratable experience in risk analysis, control validation, and as a Security Control Assessor Representative (SCA-R).

• Demonstrated experience with relevant tools such as eMASS, STIG Viewer, Nessus, ACAS, SCAP, or HBSS

• Advanced understanding of key technologies areas/domain such as: Network, Mobility, Windows, UNIX, Cloud Environments and Cloud Native Tools/Services, Host Based Security System (HBSS)/Endpoint Security Solutions (ESS), Databases, Applications

• Customer service skills

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES  

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

• Use government-assigned tools to perform weekly updates, maintain records, and complete tasks.

• Coordinate with ISSMs and PMOs to understand system architecture, security requirements, and changes.

• Conduct risk analysis and authorization tasks across all RMF steps using approved RE5 tools and processes.

• Verify authorization boundaries and categorize systems (FIPS199).

• Identify data classifications and conduct system-level risk assessments.

• Track system changes, assess impacts, and report updates to the AO.

• Evaluate authorization and change requests, web filtering, firewall exceptions, ports/protocols, cybersecurity risks, STIG/SRG compliance, and on-site security.

• Lead assessment visits, conduct briefings, and ensure proper documentation and reporting.

• Attend required government training and meetings to stay updated on process changes.

• Maintain access and proficiency in required government databases and cybersecurity tools.

• Assess threats, vulnerabilities, and residual risks; compile findings into authorization packages.

• Support assigned systems throughout their lifecycle in alignment with FISMA requirements.

• Submit weekly activity reports summarizing tasks, tracking IDs, and key updates.

• Complete assessor training, vulnerability scanning, endpoint security, and RMF step training.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE 

Bachelor's Degree (IT-related field preferred) and a minimum of eight (8) years of overall experience in cybersecurity or network security position. Five (5) years of experience in a Certification and Accreditation/A&A role.

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 $115K to $125K, 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).

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