Cybersecurity Specialist

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

The Indian gaming phenomenon has provided the means to grow economically, enabling improvements in essential governmental services, infrastructure, police, fire, emergency services, healthcare, educational assistance, housing, planning, and environmental services.

We offer valuable benefits and savings plans from leading carriers. New hires can start enjoying benefits on their first day of employment.

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

**Job Overview:**

Cybersecurity Specialist will play a critical role in managing and maintaining the organization's IT infrastructure and cybersecurity standards with an emphasis on CMMC and CMMI compliance.

This role will drive IT operations, compliance initiatives, and secure systems management to ensure alignment with business goals.

**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.

Estimated Salary: $80,000-$110,000 per year.