SUMMARY

The Security Specialist III will maintain the overall safety and security within the agency and assist in the timely dissemination of security information throughout all departments.

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

The ability to obtain, maintain, and access classified information at the Top Secret level or Q clearance, which requires U.S. Citizenship.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

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

Ensures compliance with all security directives. Ensures all Federal and Contractor employees receive the required training and maintain the training records. Maintains a current authorized classifiers and de-classifiers listing. Prepares requests for deviations to security directives and obtains approvals prior to submission. Assists with the preparation of a facility security plan and coordinates an initial visit by Security Team. Completes self-assessments of all applicable program elements.

Assists with the implementation of security-related procedures to include: the control and management of Limited or Vault Type Rooms; Access authorizations, and registration prior to submission to Office of Personnel Security; control and handling of classified material; reviews classified visits, foreign visits and assignments and foreign travel requests; investigation, track and report Federal and Contractor staff security infractions; ensures escorts are trained and performing properly; tracks Federal compliance with security training (Annual Security Refresher Briefing); attends all security-related meetings.

Assists with inventory and control of security facilities and equipment (i.e., location and identification, of all Limited/Vault type rooms, containers, copiers, computers, VTC systems or other secured telecommunications equipment, facsimiles, and shredders).

Assists with in and out processing of staff. Assists in initiating applicants for security clearances and security badges by administering the electronic questionnaire and providing follow-up. Assists with FACTS data entry for Foreign National Unclassified Visits and assignments. Assists in reviewing clearance related forms completed by employee for completeness prior to submission. Assists with acquiring badges, badge turn-ins, debriefings and account terminations.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Criminal Justice or a related field of study and a minimum of five (5) years relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education/experience.    

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 $85K to $95K, 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).