Job Description
Information Assurance Specialist By Light Professional IT Services LLC United States, Indiana, Butlerville May 13, 2026 Information Assurance Specialist
Job Locations US-IN-Butlerville
ID 2026-10988
# of Openings 1 Clearance Tier 3 - Secret/ADP II Company Overview Dignitas Technologies, a By Light company, offers a wide range of services in the military modeling, simulation, and training (MS&T) industry from research efforts advancing simulation technologies to large acquisition contracts. Dignitas specializes in system and software analysis, design, development, testing, fielding, and courseware for Live, Virtual, and Constructive (LVC) training applications. By Light Professional IT Services LLC readies warfighters and federal agencies with technology and systems engineered to connect, protect, and prepare individuals and teams for whatever comes next. Headquartered in McLean, VA, By Light supports defense, civilian, and commercial IT customers worldwide. Position Overview We are seeking an experienced Information Assurance Specialist to support secure enterprise and mission-critical environments within a high-security government program. The ideal candidate will have experience supporting cybersecurity compliance, vulnerability management, accreditation activities, and security control implementation across complex DoD environments. This role requires strong knowledge of Information Assurance (IA), Risk Management Framework (RMF), STIG compliance, and cybersecurity best practices in classified environments. Responsibilities Support Information Assurance and cybersecurity operations for classified systems and networks
Maintain compliance with DoD cybersecurity policies, RMF requirements, and security controls
Assist with Authority to Operate (ATO) packages, system accreditation, and security documentation
Conduct vulnerability assessments and coordinate remediation efforts
Review and implement Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs)
Monitor systems for security incidents, vulnerabilities, and compliance issues
Support auditing, logging, incident response, and continuous monitoring activities
Work closely with system administrators, network engineers, ISSOs, and program teams
Ensure systems remain compliant with customer and regulatory requirements
Participate in security assessments, inspections, and cybersecurity reviews
Maintain documentation including SSPs, POA&Ms, SARs, and related artifacts
Support patch management and configuration management processes Required Experience/Qualifications Minimum 2yr experience in network operations and information security.
Demonstrated experience assessing security controls based on cybersecurity principles and tenets.(e.g., NIST SP 800-53, Cybersecurity Framework, etc.).
In-depth understanding of relevance of NIST Security Controls and Control Implementation methodologies to the SA&SA process.
Demonstrated experience with continuous monitoring/ongoing authorization.
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience. Meet DoDM 8140.03 IAT III/IAM II
requirements. Special Requirements/Security Clearance Active DoD Secret Security Clearance required.
