Information Assurance Specialist III (Information Security Analyst)

By Light Professional IT Services LLC; Butlerville (IN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

By Light Professional IT Services LLC in Butlerville, Indiana, seeks an experienced cybersecurity professional to support network operations and information security activities. The role includes assessing security controls and managing compliance with cybersecurity frameworks.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree, meet IAT III/IAM II requirements, and possess a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience. An active DoD Secret Clearance is also required for this position, which emphasizes strong analytical and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in network operations and information security.
• Meet DoDM 8140.03 IAT III/IAM II requirements.
• Demonstrated experience assessing cybersecurity security controls.

Responsibilities

• Support network operations and information security activities.
• Assess and evaluate security controls based on cybersecurity principles.
• Identify vulnerabilities and mitigation recommendations.

Skills

Cybersecurity compliance

Risk management

Network operations

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Responsibilities

• Support network operations and information security activities.
• Assess and evaluate security controls based on cybersecurity principles and frameworks including NIST SP 800-53 and the Cybersecurity Framework.
• Support Security Assessment & Authorization (SA&A) processes and control implementation activities.
• Research, develop, write, and submit Authorization & Accreditation (A&A) documentation packages for new system authorizations.
• Support cybersecurity compliance, risk management, and security documentation efforts.
• Coordinate with internal teams and external stakeholders to support authorization requirements and security objectives.
• Identify vulnerabilities, security gaps, and mitigation recommendations.
• Maintain security documentation, reporting, and compliance records.

Preferred Experience/Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
• Meet DoDM 8140.03 IAT III/IAM II requirements
• Minimum 10 years of experience in network operations and information security.
• Demonstrated experience assessing cybersecurity security controls and compliance requirements.
• Strong understanding of NIST security controls and control implementation methodologies.
• Experience supporting SA&A processes and A&A documentation development.
• Relevant DoD, DHS, or .gov cybersecurity/information assurance experience preferred.
• Strong written, analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment.

Special Requirements/Security Clearance

• Active DoD Secret Clearance required.