Assistant Information Security Officer

Salary : $128,710,400.00 - $212,405,710.40 Annually

Location : All Areas

Job Type : Full Time Exempt

Job Number : 202500015

Division : Executive Office

Department : Public Safety

Opening Date : 02 / 03 / 2025

Closing Date : 2 / 25 / 2025 5 : 00 PM Pacific

Description

POSITION SUMMARY :

The Assistant Information Security Officer (AISO) plays a critical role in safeguarding the Yurok Tribe's digital assets and ensuring compliance with security policies. Reporting to the Information Security Officer (ISO), the AISO collaborates with cross-functional teams to enhance the Tribe's overall security posture. Responsibilities include leading the security operations team in delivering managed security services using a comprehensive suite of information security tools and infrastructure. This role involves coordinating investigations and reporting of security incidents, ensuring timely resolution. Additionally, the AISO provides leadership, management, and mentorship to security specialists, analysts, and administrative staff. They participate in solution design discussions, contribute to technical documentation, and lead project deliverables related to security initiatives. The position also involves preparing monthly and annual security reports for senior management. The AISO role entails a high volume of administrative duties, internal and external investigations, and assists law enforcement as needed.

Examples of Duties

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

1. Oversee all operations of the Security Operations Team.

2. Assist in the enforcement and monitoring of compliance regulations.

3. Oversee the Security Operations Center, managing day-to-day operations, and administrative planning.

4. Act as the Information Security Officer in the Information Security Officer's absence.

5. Develop, implement, and maintain the Tribe's information technology strategic plan.

6. Maintain the Yurok tribal databases as necessary.

7. Coordinate with other Departments to assess and address technological needs.

8. Manage SOC programs, policies, and procedures to ensure the security of tribal technology systems and data.

9. Assist in the development and administration of the Security Operations Center department annual budget.

10. Contact service representatives regarding needed service and equipment repairs.

11. Represent the Tribal government in meetings with manufacturers, vendors, and professional organizations.

12. Develop and test disaster recovery plans.

13. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Typical Qualifications

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE :

1. G10 : Bachelor's degree in related field with four years job specified experience.

2. G11 : Bachelor's degree in related field with five years job specified experience.

3. Employee must be willing to acquire any special certifications or attend any training that is

determined to be relevant or becomes required of the position in the future.

4. Candidates with equivalent combinations of education, training and experience will be

considered.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

1. Self-driven, self-motivated, results-oriented, and customer service-oriented.

2. Experience in managing and tracking budgets.

3. Strong leadership and communication skills.

4. Experience with SIEM technologies.

5. Knowledge of web application firewalls, load balancers, and proxies.

6. Experience in computer security, risk analysis, audit, and compliance.

7. Certification in Cyber Fundamentals for Law Enforcement Investigations.

8. Experience with web vulnerability and application penetration testing.

9. Experience with technology assessment and security risk analysis.

10. Supervisory experience with technical resources.

11. Direct interaction with customers.

12. Understanding of Project Management principles.

13. Certification in ICS2 CISSP or working towards it.

14. Certification in FEMA IS 100, 200, 700, and 800.

15. Introduction to Computer Forensics Certification.

16. Certification by the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Administration.

17. Familiarity with Information Security requirements of Compliance audits.

18. Experience with information security practices, networks, software, and hardware.

19. Knowledge of TCP / IP, common protocols, and standards.

20. Experience with DLP and IPS / IDS systems.

21. Experience with security scanning tools.

22. Ability to follow and sign a professional code of ethics and conduct.

23. Development of policies and operating procedures for high-quality administrative capability

and contract compliance.

24. Plan and develop grant applications per department goals and objectives.

25. Develop and maintain systems, equipment, and procedures to assure effective administration of

the department.

26. Draft annual department budget with ISO, identify funding gaps and potential grant

opportunities.

27. Experience in high-stress environments like SOC Centers, handling incident response, or

emergency services operations centers, preferred.

28. Background in IT, Information Security, or Communications, preferred.

29. Recognition that in order to serve Yurok People one must know as much as possible about Yurok

history, culture and values.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES :

Performs the full range of supervisory duties and responsibilities. Plans work of subordinates

based on priorities, nature of assignment. Develops work performance plans and evaluates

performance of subordinates. Provides advice, instruction, and guidance to subordinates on work and

administrative matters. Effects minor disciplinary

actions and determines developmental training needs of employees.

Supplemental Information

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT :

1. All applicants are subject to the Tribe's Drug and Alcohol Policy including pre-employment screening.

2. The Yurok Tribe is an equal opportunity employer who exercises Indian preference; Indian Reorganization Act of 1934 (Title 25, USC, Section 472).

3. Valid state issued driver's license and / or the ability to obtain a California driver's license. Must be insurable on the Tribe's insurance policy.

4. Must pass a background investigation and fingerprint clearance.

We offer complete benefits package to full-time employees including :

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Ins.
• AirMed (Air Ambulance)
• 401k
• 401k match (up to 4%)
• Employee Assistance Program

16 Paid Holidays free Calm app (meditation / music channel)

Part-time employees who work an average of 30 hours per week

over the course of a year, receive benefits on a pro-rated basis.

Are you a member of a federally recognized tribe? If so, please indicate which tribe?

Required Question