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Fort Meade, Maryland, United States
Onsite
Not Available
SUMMARY
The Cloud Information Assurance Analyst 5 provides support to the agency. This position provides advanced technical expertise to define and assess technical problems and needs as well as advise senior management, department heads and/or staff on alternate methods of solving issues. The Senior IT Consultant recommends specific solutions based on specialized capabilities to perform and integrate highly complex services in several operational, functional, or organizational areas.
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 REQUIREMENTS
Essential duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
The ability to obtain, maintain and access classified information at the Top Secret/SCI level, which requires U.S. Citizenship
Performs analysis, conduct independent validation of assessments and continuous monitoring for authorized Cloud Service Providers Cloud Service Offerings. Develop processes and procedures to document the execution of the analysis and validations.
Reviews Cloud Service Provider documentation consisting of the System Security Plan (SSP), Security Assessment Plan (SAP), Security Assessment Report (SAR), and associated POA&M. For each certification validation, a Cloud Security Assessment Package is prepared to include validated cybersecurity controls, certifier's recommendation, certifier’s statement of residual risk, certification assessment briefing slides, and a provisional authorization. If the validation is leading to a Joint Authorization Board (JAB) Provisional Authorization (PA), a one-page executive summary is also required.
Performs DoD and FedRAMP Cloud Authorization on-going support to include continuous monitoring, annual reviews, and significant change requests of Cloud Service Providers through reviews, recommendations, written reports, and briefings. This task involves review and analysis of the following: Deviation Requests, Monthly One Pagers, Annual Assessments, Playbooks, Significant Change Requests, review of scan data, POA&Ms, and other changes to evaluate a CSP’s ongoing risk posture change.
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Expert knowledge of proven business and operations practices and strategies.
Proficient understanding of Restful APIs, JSON.
Proven ability to facilitate progressive organizational change / development within a growing organization.
Excellent organization and time management skills with ability to handle multiple priorities.
Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to assess business requirements.
Exceptional leadership skills with ability to motivate, influence and lead others.
High level of proficiency in briefing managers and communicating recommendations regarding status of project operations.
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.
Ability to use discretion concerning highly sensitive and confidential data and information.
Proficient understanding of cross-browser compatibility issues and ways to work around them.
Experience with configuration management, version control, software packaging and deployment.
Ability to perform system analysis, design and development.
Ability to work well in a team as well as independently
Excellent oral and written communications skills.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Bachelor's degree and a minimum of ten (8) years’ relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education / experience.
Must have DOD 8570 IAM/IAT III Certification
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
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. 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.
EOE including Disability/Vet
The estimated pay range for this role is $170K to $180K, with the final offer contingent on location, skillset, and experience.
*Please note, that this position is contingent upon the award or funding. The essential duties, experience, education requirements, and salary are subject to change.*
CNI offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
Your application submission will be considered for all potential employment opportunities with Chickasaw Nation Industries (CNI).
