Senior Technical Advisor

This position requires an active TS/Sensitive Compartmental Information (SCI) clearance.

Provide support to a local government client. Maintain a secure Cybersecurity posture, as prescribed by the client. The implementation of Cybersecurity awareness within the client's space must be delicately balanced to comply with regulations and policies yet retain the greatest flexibility possible to provide researchers an optimal secure IT environment in which to conduct their research.

A subject matter expertise (SME) in the areas of technology development; modernization of digital and architecture services; agile development approach; application development; system design; cloud architecture; and technology program strategies. SME will develop and install security measures for Information Technology (IT) systems. Focus will primarily be on cloud-based systems and networks, with the potential for on-site systems by exception.

Compensation & Benefits:

Estimated Starting Salary Range for Senior Technical Advisor: $160,000 - $169,000

Pay commensurate with experience.

Full time benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, and other possible benefits as provided. Benefits are subject to change with or without notice.

Senior Technical Advisor Responsibilities Include:

• Prepare, maintain, and implement an Information System Security Plan (ISSP) that accurately reflects the security protection measures for each classified information system or network for which he or she is responsible.
• Work closely with the System Administrators to maintain the system's security and accreditation status on NIPRNet, SIPRNet and JWICS networks.
• Ensure implementation of security measures by conducting security reviews and system tests.
• Implement site procedures for marking, handling, controlling, removing, transporting, sanitizing, reusing, and destroying media/equipment used for classified information.
• Responsible for changes to the classified system components, environment, and location, including temporary relocation to another classified area.
• Serve as a resource to users for all questions concerning classified systems.
• Verify user access requests are approved and controls user access.
• Ensures users are instructed on the appropriate use of computer systems.
• TS/SBI clearance, with eligibility for access to SCI and NATO information prior to starting work
• Eligible for a DoD privileged user account on a TS/SCI information system IAW DoD 8140/8570.01-m requirements
• Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service (eMASS) to process Risk Management Framework (RMF) related artifacts and workflows.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned

Senior Technical Advisor Experience, Education, Skills, Abilities requested:

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's (Preferred) Bachelor of Science (BS) in related technical area and minimum 4 years relevant experience. Bachelor's degree with at 3 to 10 years' experience. Master's degree preferred
• A High School Diploma or equivalent is required
• Minimum of 2 years' experience as a cybersecurity professional
• Minimum of 1 year experience using the Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service (eMASS) to process Risk Management Framework (RMF) related artifacts and workflows.

Desired Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years' experience as a cybersecurity professional
• Processing RMF packets in Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service (eMASS) for cloud-based solutions
• Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal

Company Information:

Cherokee Nation 3S (CN3S) is a part of Cherokee Federal - the division of tribally owned federal contracting companies owned by Cherokee Nation Businesses. As a trusted partner for more than 60 federal clients, Cherokee Federal LLCs are focused on building a brighter future, solving complex challenges, and serving the government's mission with compassion and heart. To learn more about CN3S, visit cherokee-federal.com.

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Cherokee Federal is a military friendly employer. Veterans and active military transitioning to civilian status are encouraged to apply.

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• Cybersecurity Specialist
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Keywords:

• TS/SCI Clearance
• Cybersecurity
• Cloud Architecture
• Risk Management Framework (RMF)
• Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service (eMASS)

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Many of our job openings require access to government buildings or military installations. Candidates must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.

As required by our governmental client, this position requires being a US Citizen AND an active TS/Sensitive Compartmental Information (SCI) clearance to be considered.