Information Systems Security Officer

Chickasaw Nation Industries, Inc.; Rock Island (IL); On-site; USD 115,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k)

Life Insurance

STD/LTD Insurance

Paid Time Off

Federal Holidays

Professional Development

Legal Aid

Job summary

Chickasaw Nation Industries, Inc. seeks an Information System Security Officer IV (ISSO) to provide senior cybersecurity support for complex information systems in Rock Island, IL. Leverage advanced risk management, control implementation, and compliance frameworks to support authorization and continuous monitoring.

The role requires DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification, U.S. citizenship, and experience leading RMF processes, preparing SSP/SAR/POA&M, and coordinating with the AO and system owners.

Qualifications

• Senior-level cybersecurity knowledge with RMF and control implementation.
• Experience supporting authorization, assessment, and continuous monitoring.
• Ability to communicate risk clearly to stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead RMF process from system categorization to assessment.
• Develop and maintain RMF artifacts: SSP, SAR, POA&M.
• Manage system security posture in eMASS and ensure data accuracy.
• Coordinate with AO and system owners to align security controls.

Skills

RMF leadership

Risk management

DoD 8570 IAT II

Top Secret/SCI access

Communication with AO

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

eMASS

SSP/SAR/POA&M documentation

Job description

The Information System Security Officer IV (ISSO) provides senior-level cybersecurity support for complex information systems and programs. Demonstrates advanced knowledge of cybersecurity risk management, control implementation, and compliance frameworks. Helps lead security compliance efforts, advises stakeholders on risk and control implementation, and supports authorization and continuous monitoring activities across multiple systems or high-impact environments.Chickasaw Nation Industries, Inc. serves as a holding company with multiple subsidiaries engaged in several lines of business (Business Services, Health, Infrastructure and Engineering, Mission Optimization, Technology 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 REQUIREMENTSThe ability to obtain, maintain and access classified information at the Top Secret/SCI level, which requires U.S. CitizenshipRequired Certification at the DoD 8570 IAT - Level IIAdvanced knowledge of cybersecurity risk management, control implementation, and compliance frameworks.Significant experience supporting authorization, assessment, and continuous monitoring activities.Ability to evaluate complex technical environments and communicate risk clearly.KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESEssential Duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.RMF Execution: Lead all aspects of the RMF process, from system categorization and security control selection to implementation and assessment.Security Documentation: Develop, maintain, and update all required RMF documentation, including the System Security Plan (SSP), Security Assessment Report (SAR), and Plan of Action & Milestones (POA&M).eMASS Management: Manage the system's security posture within the Enterprise Mission Assurance Support System (eMASS), ensuring all data is accurate and up to date.Continuous Monitoring: Implement and manage a robust continuous monitoring strategy to actively assess security control effectiveness, track vulnerabilities, and manage configuration changes.Stakeholder Coordination: Serve as the primary security advisor to the system owner and liaise with the Authorizing Official (AO) and other key stakeholdersEDUCATION AND EXPERIENCEBachelor’s degree and a minimum of seven or more (5+) years related experience, or equivalent combination of education/experience.PHYSICAL DEMANDSWork 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/VetThe estimated pay range for this role is $115,000 to $145,000, with the final offer contingent on location, skillset, and experience.CNI offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:MedicalDentalVision401(k)Family Planning/Fertility AssistanceSTD/LTD/Basic Life/AD&DLegal-Aid ProgramEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Paid Time Off (PTO) – (11) Federal HolidaysTraining and Development OpportunitiesYour application submission will be considered for all potential employment opportunities with Chickasaw Nation Industries (CNI).