IT Specialist - Federal Group Job at Prairie Band LLC, Holton, KS

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  • Prairie Band LLC
  • Holton, KS

Job Description

 

Who are we?

Prairie Band, LLC is a tribally owned business and multifaceted holding company. We have partnerships involving teaming, and joint venture relationships with outside organizations to leverage the preference advantages tribally owned businesses have in government and corporate contracting.

Like many Tribal governments around the country, the Indian gaming phenomenon has provided the means to once again grow and flourish economically. Since the inception of Class III Gaming, the Prairie Band Potawatomi Nation has utilized its financial resources to improve much-needed essential governmental services and infrastructure including police, fire and emergency services, health care and educational assistance, as well as housing, planning and environmental services.

We are proud to offer employees, and their eligible dependents, valuable benefits and savings plans from some of the world’s leading carriers. New hires can start enjoying benefits on the first of the month following their start date!

 

What we need

The IT Specialist will play a critical role in managing and maintaining the organization's IT infrastructure and cybersecurity standards, with a strong emphasis on CMMC (Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification) and CMMI (Capability Maturity Model Integration) compliance. Reporting to the SVP of Staffing, this role will drive IT operations, compliance initiatives, and secure systems management to ensure alignment with business goals.

This is a hybrid remote opportunity in the Holton, KS area.

Key Responsibilities:

IT Operations and Infrastructure Management:

  • Oversee daily IT operations, managing network security, data storage, and system administration to ensure high performance and security.
  • Maintain and troubleshoot IT infrastructure, implementing best practices in system hardening, data integrity, and uptime.
  • Assist in developing IT strategies that support the organization's growth, reliability, and compliance requirements.

CMMC/CMMI Compliance Support:

  • Lead the implementation of CMMC and CMMI practices within the IT department, supporting the organization's compliance and certification goals.
  • Conduct regular audits and assessments to ensure adherence to CMMC/CMMI standards and recommend improvements as needed.
  • Prepare and maintain documentation to support ongoing compliance efforts, ensuring transparent reporting to leadership.

Cybersecurity and Risk Management:

  • Implement and monitor cybersecurity policies and controls to protect data and prevent security incidents.
  • Conduct periodic risk assessments and vulnerability tests, applying updates to mitigate risks.
  • Support the SVP in developing an incident response plan and ensure timely reporting of any cybersecurity incidents.

Vendor and Technology Support Coordination:

  • Manage relationships with IT service providers and vendors, coordinating services to ensure they meet organizational standards and compliance.
  • Assist with technology procurement, evaluating software and hardware solutions that support infrastructure, compliance, and security needs.

Team Collaboration and Training:

  • Provide training to employees on cybersecurity best practices and ensure organization-wide awareness of compliance requirements.
  • Collaborate with team members and departments to implement technology solutions that drive operational efficiency and security.

  • Education: Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or a related field.
  • Experience: Minimum of 5 years in IT infrastructure and cybersecurity, with hands-on experience in CMMC and/or CMMI compliance.
  • Certifications (Preferred): CMMC Professional, CMMI Associate, CompTIA Security+, CISSP, or similar certifications.
  • Technical Skills: Proficient in network security, data management, compliance tools, and IT support. Familiarity with NIST, ISO, and ITIL frameworks is beneficial.
  • Interpersonal Skills: Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate effectively with non-technical team members.

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Job Tags

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