The Configuration Manager supports the agency by being accountable for all aspects of Configuration Management for the information technology networks and systems. This position is responsible for configuration management planning, including organizing audits of the IT infrastructure, identifying unauthorized Configuration Items (CIs), and ensuring only approved and validated changes are implemented. The Configuration Manager maintains the Configuration Management (CM) database and prepares impact analysis and status reports for senior leadership.
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 possess an active Top Secret (TS) clearance at the time of proposal and be able to attain Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) access by contract issuance.
Must be willing to undergo and pass a Counterintelligence Polygraph (CI Poly).
Must be a U.S. Citizen.
Must obtain/retain a government background investigation commensurate with position requirements.
Must have a minimum of four years of experience in Configuration Management (or eight years of experience as an educational equivalency).
Strong communication skills to effectively interface with military officials, managers, and subordinates.
Knowledge of the Military Decision Making Process (MDMP), Army Intelligence, and Microsoft Office/SharePoint.
Ability to manage and maintain complex configuration libraries and CM databases.
Skilled in conducting impact analysis for large-scale IT infrastructure changes.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Essential duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Establishes and maintains the CM process for the Transport Network Control Centers (TNCCs) and Transport Network Operations Center (TNOC) in conjunction with established agency change processes.
Documents, manages, and maintains the network hardware baseline and maintains a configuration library for network documentation identified by the local Configuration Management Board (CMB).
Participates in CMB planning and provides meeting minutes, highlighting any operational concerns.
Ensures all IT system changes are captured through the agency change management process, following the policy.
Validates system and site configuration data, ensuring it is maintained with 99% accuracy.
Updates configuration data in the database within one working day of any modification or update of infrastructure.
Organizes and conducts audits of the IT infrastructure to identify and remediate unauthorized Configuration Items.
Prepares impact analysis reports and Configuration status reports for management.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
Bachelor's degree in a technology-related field and a minimum of four years' relevant experience in Configuration Management; OR a minimum of eight years' experience in Configuration Management.
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
CNI offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
Your application submission will be considered for all potential employment opportunities with Chickasaw Nation Industries (CNI).
Chickasaw Nation Industries, Inc. (CNI) is a federally chartered corporation wholly owned by the Chickasaw Nation. Headquartered in Norman, Oklahoma, CNI serves as a holding company with over a dozen subsidiaries that operate as Limited Liability Companies (LLCs) engaged in multiple lines of business. We are proud to support the economic development of the Chickasaw Nation and to contribute to the tribal mission of enhancing the overall quality of life of the Chickasaw people. A portion of our profits is used to support Chickasaw citizens through a multitude of programs and services such as education, health care, nutrition services, housing programs, legal services, elder and child care and community support programs. Successful economic development is an integral part of the Chickasaw Nation’s operations. As the tribe continues to expand the number of economic opportunities, it is providing a positive impact for both Oklahoma and Chickasaw citizens.
CNI offers the prospect of working for a family of companies that blends the traditional values of integrity, honesty and hard work with potential career experiences in some of the most technically-advanced career settings available.
Providing work opportunities with desirable federal customers like the DOD, DOE, DOT, DOJ, and DHS motivates many of our employees and contributes to our outstanding employee retention rates. With several large, diverse contracts on-going, CNI provides opportunities in many areas of expertise. CNI prides itself on providing innovative solutions that lead the way in setting new industry standards.
CNI employs the best and brightest. We have worked hard to build an environment that provides employees with excellent benefits, career advancement and performance recognition programs. With locations across the United States, CNI offers the opportunity to match your area of expertise with the place that best suits your needs and interests. See what CNI has to offer you. You will be glad you did!
Equal Employment Opportunities Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protects status.