Join the team who values your skills and expertise. From intelligence and cybersecurity to vulnerability assessment and mission assurance, Cherokee Nation Strategic Programs (CNSP) brings experience and results. Building on a reputation as a dedicated, disciplined and tightly-knit organization, CNSP supports DOD and other federal clients in their critical, strategic and operational programs. CNSP is looking for qualified talent to give our clients the support they deserve and the quality they expect from our team – a team of experts, like you.

Cherokee Nation Strategic Programs is part of Cherokee Federal – a team of tribally owned federal contracting companies focused on building solutions, solving complex challenges, and serving the nation’s mission around the globe for more than 60 federal clients. For more information, visit cherokee-federal.com

The Security Specialist will review, plan and execute all activities related to the functional areas of Mission Assurance (MA) and Physical Security for the Marine Forces Reserve (MARFORRES) Head Quarters. In addition, the Security Specialist will include administratively processing visitors at the Visitor Center building and management of numerous security requirements.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide assistance in all aspects of security management including investigations, inspections, clearance monitoring, and training.
• A Secret or NATO Secret clearance is required for access eligibility to enter Open Storage Secret areas and provide assistance with monitoring and maintaining classified material records and inventories, processing classified material for destruction, and security inspection assist visits to MARFORRES locations.
• Conduct security inspections assistance visits during the Base and Option Years.
• Maintain qualification and/or certification in the following security program areas:
• Information and Personnel Security Program (IPSP) Inspections
• Electronic Questionnaires for Investigations Processing (e-QIP)
• Defense Information Security System (DISS)
• AMAG Electronic Security System (ESS) for access control and badging
• TRAKA Key Management System
• Cross Match Electronic Fingerprint System
• Continuous Evaluation Program
• Physical Security Program
• Antiterrorism/Force Protection Program
• Electronic Personnel and Access Control System (EPACS)
• Intrusion Detection Systems
• Key & Lock Control Program
• Visitor Control Program
• Security Management Program
• Mass Warning and Notification System (MWNS)
• Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear, and Explosives (CBRNE) program management
• Review and process incident reports, inspection results, audits, investigations, and identity verification information and report incomplete or suspect information in direct support of continuous evaluation program standards.
• Provide a comprehensive monthly report of assigned task metrics to the Government.
• Review, plan and execute activities related Antiterrorism (AT), Force Protection (FP), Physical Security (PS), Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear, High-yield Explosive (CBRNe), Continuity of Operations (COOP), Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP), Emergency Management (EM), Operations Security (OPSEC), Pandemic Influenza (PI), and Violence Protection Program (VPP).
• Assist in conducting Program Reviews, Assessments, risk, vulnerability and physical security assessments/surveys of MARFORRES.
• Conduct site visits to provide required support on a case-by-case basis.
  

SUPERVISORY/MANAGEMENT AUTHORITY

No supervisory/management authority.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• A High School Diploma is required, Bachelor’s Degree is preferred
• 7 years of US Military experience in a related position or field is required (U.S. Marine Corp. experience is preferred & highly desired).

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Demonstrated knowledge to serve as a subject matter expert on MARFORRES policy involving Mission Assurance and Security Programs.
• Knowledge and proficiency in evaluating and training the twelve functional areas of Mission Assurance including:
  • Antiterrorism
  • Force Protection
  • Physical Security
  • Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear, High-yield Explosives (CBRNe)
  • Continuity of Operations
  • Foreign Disclosure
  • Foreign Travel
  • Critical Infrastructure Protection
  • Emergency Management
  • Operations Security
  • Pandemic Influenza
  • Violence Protection Program.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral & written
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and SharePoint
• Demonstrate the ability to carry out support tasks related to security administration as presented.
• An active Secret Clearance or ability to attain one is mandatory.
• Ability to successfully pass a federal background check and a drug screen.
• Cherokee Federal has suspended it’s COVID mandate. However, it’s important to note that Cherokee Federal employees are included as covered employees in U.S. Presidential Executive Order 14042, which mandates Covid vaccines for federal contractors. Executive Order 14042 is currently not subject to enforcement by the Federal government. Therefore, Cherokee Federal has suspended application of the mandate and continues to monitor the government’s guidance on administration of any vaccine requirement.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• This position is performed in a Work is performed in a federal office environment.
• Work is performed primarily in a climate-controlled office environment and outdoors conducting security inspections of Marine Corps Reserve HQ.
• Occasional travel and overnight stay will be required in support of Physical Security requirements.

Estimated Starting Salary Range: $60k - $65k annually

CNSP offers a competitive benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans for regular full-time employees, 401(k) with 100% match up to 6%, life insurance, paid time off and more. Paid sick leave is provided in accordance with applicable law.

ABOUT THE TEAM

Cherokee Federal is a collective group of subsidiary companies of Cherokee Nation Businesses (CNB). CNB is the economic engine of Cherokee Nation, the largest Native American tribe in the U.S. As a trusted partner, the Cherokee Federal team of companies manages nearly 2,000 projects of all sizes across the construction, engineering and manufacturing, and mission solutions portfolios – ranging from advanced data analytics and telehealth to cybersecurity, cloud and logistics.

Since 2012, our team of companies has won $6 billion in government contracts and completed more than 5,300 federal missions. Our 3,600+ employees work in 20+ countries, 50 states and 2 U.S. territories.

Why Cherokee Federal? Visit cherokee-federal.com to learn why you should join our team!

COMPLIANCE

Cherokee Federal is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to prohibiting discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, union affiliation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We conform to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations governing all aspects of the relationship between the Company and its employees, including, but not limited to, recruitment, employment, promotion, transfer, training, working conditions, wages and salary administration, employee benefits, and application of policies. The policies and principles of EEO also apply to the selection and treatment of independent contractors, personnel working on our premises who are employed by temporary agencies and any other persons or firms doing business for or with the Company.

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