What are the responsibilities and job description for the I.T. Director position at STANDING ROCK SIOUX TRIBE?
POSITION: Director
Information Technology & Security Department
Scope of Position:
The IT Director provides strategic leadership and oversight of all information technology functions for the organization, ensuring the delivery of secure, reliable, and innovative technology services. This position directs IT operations, cybersecurity, infrastructure management, application support, and technical service delivery.
The IT Director also serves as the Local Agency Security Officer (LASO), a role mandated by the FBI’s Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) Security Policy. This position is responsible for ensuring the security of all systems, hardware, software, and network policies used to access, process, store, or transmit Criminal Justice Information (CJI). As LASO, the IT Director coordinates directly with federal and state partners to ensure compliance and protect sensitive information.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership & Governance
- Develop, implement, and maintain organization-wide IT policies, standards, and procedures, including cybersecurity, architecture, procurement, and disaster recovery.
- Provide strategic direction for technology planning, modernization, and resource allocation to support operational and regulatory objectives.
- Ensure IT initiatives align with organizational goals and industry best practices.
IT Operations & Service Delivery
- Oversee the reliability, performance, and security of all IT systems, infrastructure, networks, and telecommunications.
- Direct the administration of servers, virtual environments, storage systems, enterprise backup and recovery, and system monitoring.
- Ensures technical support services for all Standing Rock Sioux Tribe’s departments and sites.
- Manage the development, integration, and maintenance of enterprise applications and software systems.
Project & Vendor Management
- Lead the planning and execution of IT projects, ensuring timely completion, within scope, and within budget.
- Coordinate internal teams and external vendors for the successful delivery of technology initiatives.
- Develop bid specifications for technology procurements and evaluate proposals in accordance with Federal and Tribal requirements.
- Oversee negotiated service agreements, vendor relationships, and contract compliance for the IT/Security departments.
Cybersecurity & Regulatory Compliance
- Implement and enforce security policies, controls, and monitoring to protect data, systems, and infrastructure.
- Oversee identity management, firewall administration, network security controls, and incident response procedures.
- Conduct risk assessments and support security audits and compliance reviews.
- Maintains accurate and complete records as required by law, policy, and established procedures.
Fiscal Management
- Develop, administer, and monitor the annual IT budget; ensure expenditures align with approved financial resources, organizational priorities, and applicable fiscal controls.
- Oversee the procurement of IT equipment, software, and services; manage vendor contracts, purchasing processes, and the lifecycle of IT assets in compliance with Tribal policies.
- Conduct financial forecasting, cost-benefit analyses, and expenditure tracking; provide regular financial reports to leadership and support audit readiness through proper documentation and internal controls.
- Manage fiscal aspects of major IT initiatives and capital projects, including budget planning, cost monitoring, and alignment of project spending with approved funding.
- Ensure all IT purchases align with the annual IT plan and approved financial budget by coordinating with program leadership to assess needs, developing the IT plan in accordance with Tribal policies, and supporting its adoption by the Tribal Council alongside the annual budget.
Local Agency Security Officer (LASO) Responsibilities
This is a federally required role under the FBI CJIS Security Policy for any agency that accesses or manages Criminal Justice Information.
The IT Director, serving as LASO, will:
- Act as the primary CJIS security point of contact between the organization and the Department of Justice / CJIS Systems Agency.
- Ensure the security of all systems, hardware, software, and network configurations used to process or access CJI.
- Identify authorized users of CJIS-approved hardware, software, and firmware.
- Ensure no unauthorized individuals or processes access CJIS-related systems or information.
- Document and maintain the connection details of agency-owned equipment accessing CJIS systems.
- Verify that personnel security screening requirements are met in accordance with CJIS Security Policy.
- Ensure required security controls are implemented, tested, and functioning as intended.
- Report and support the investigation of any potential or confirmed security incidents involving CJI.
Physical Security & Risk Management
- Oversee physical security technologies, including surveillance systems, access control, and incident documentation.
- Coordinate with law enforcement, public safety, and other departments regarding security needs and investigations.
- Support leadership by providing technical expertise and reporting related to facility and system security.
- Distributes security alerts or other important materials to appropriate departments and staff.
Leadership & Staff Development
- Lead, mentor, and develop IT staff through effective supervision, training, and performance management.
- Promote a culture of service excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
- Ensure staffing levels and skill sets align with organizational technology needs.
- Must maintain active certification and complete required online security and privacy training.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Cybersecurity, Operating Systems, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience may be considered.
- 5–10 years of progressively responsible IT experience, including systems administration, networking, application support, or cybersecurity.
- Strong working knowledge of Microsoft technologies, network administration, cybersecurity practices, cloud services, and enterprise infrastructure.
- Demonstrated success in IT project management, vendor management, and contract administration.
- Experience managing backup and recovery systems, system monitoring, and enterprise security tools.
- Proven leadership and supervisory experience with the ability to manage teams and complex operational priorities.
- Must pass all required background checks, including CJIS screening requirements.
- Valid driver’s license required.
- Strong work ethic, excellent organizational skills, and ability to thrive in fast-paced or high-pressure environments.
NOTICE:
SELECTED CANDIDATE(S) FOR STANDING ROCK SIOUX TRIBE POSITIONS ARE SUBJECT TO ALCOHOL AND DRUG TESTING. FAILURE TO ADHERE TO AND SUCCESSFULLY PASS THE ALCOHOL AND DRUG TESTING WILL CAUSE OF REVOCATION OF JOB OFFER.
No tribal housing is available. The position is located at the Tribal Administrative Service Center in Fort Yates, ND.
How to Apply: Interested candidates can apply by submitting an application and/or resume online, in-person or via email. Online Applications may be completed by visiting www.standingrock.org
In person applications can be submitted by visiting the Human Resource office during our regular business hours. Applications may also be emailed to personnel@standingrock.org
Salary : $95,292 - $119,115