Cybersecurity and Network Security Engineer

*Please note, that this position is contingent upon the award.

The essential duties, experience, education requirements, and salary are subject to change.

The Cybersecurity and Network Security Engineer manages Industrial Control Systems/Operational Technology/Internet of Cybersecurity and Network Security Engineer support in assessing, improving, and maintaining the cybersecurity posture of the client environments to mitigate cyber security risks (e.g., insider and external threats, intentional and accidental). Responsible include the audit of ICS/OT environments and performing risk/vulnerability assessments.

Chickasaw Nation Industries, Inc. serves as a holding company with multiple subsidiaries engaged in several lines of business (Technology, Infrastructure & Engineering, Health, Manufacturing, Public Safety, Consulting, 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

• Must be able to obtain and maintain the required customer clearance for access to systems, facilities, equipment and property. 

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical, or similar), Computer Science, or similar scientific / technical field with at least five (5) years of relevant work experience.

• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

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

Manages Industrial Control Systems/Operational Technology/Internet of Cybersecurity and Network Security Engineer support in assessing, improving, and maintaining the cybersecurity posture of the client environments to mitigate cyber security risks (e.g., insider and external threats, intentional and accidental).

Assists in creating, maintaining, and administering computer networks for projects. 

Performs routine maintenance, such as applying software updates and patches. 

Helps troubleshoot, diagnose, and resolve basic network problems under supervision. 

Creates and maintains documentation related to network configuration and processes. 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical, or similar), Computer Science, or similar scientific / technical field with at least five (5) years of relevant work experience.

• Strong understanding of cybersecurity frameworks for ICS/OT environments (ISA-99/IEC 62443, NIST SP 800-82, CIS, Perdue Reference Model etc.)

• Strong understanding of OT network communication protocols (e.g., Ethernet/IP, CIP, Modbus, OPC, etc.) and industrial networking topologies (e.g., ring, star, etc.)

• A minimum of Five (5) years “hands on” experience assessing, designing, and implementing ICS/OT network architectures

• Demonstrated technical skills to analyze, design, and deploy complex Ethernet/IP architecture and communication technologies

• Experience with Nazomi Cyber-Physical System (CPS)

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

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.

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/Vet 

The estimated pay range for this role is $70K – 140K  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).