IA/IT Specialist Information Assurance / IT Security

Part-Time | Short-Term Contract | Active Top Secret Clearance Required

Location: Washington, DC Metropolitan Area On-Site at Military Installation (Exact Location TBD)
Employment Type: Contract / Part-Time
Contract Duration: 3 6 Months
Schedule: Flexible, As Needed Based on Project Requirements
Clearance Required: Active Top Secret
Citizenship: U.S. Citizenship Required

About the Opportunity

Sciata is seeking an experienced Information Assurance / Information Technology (IA/IT) Specialist to support a federal defense contractor on a records digitization initiative at a military installation in the Washington, DC metropolitan area.

This part-time, short-term opportunity is ideal for a cleared IT security professional who brings hands-on experience with Department of Defense (DoD) information assurance requirements and enjoys providing technical oversight in a mission-critical environment.

The selected professional will serve as the designated IA/IT lead, helping ensure that digitization activities, technology configurations, and information-handling processes comply with applicable DoD security standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide information assurance and IT security oversight for records digitization activities, including document scanning, data processing, storage, and secure information transfer.
• Ensure project systems, equipment, and operational procedures comply with applicable DoD cybersecurity and information assurance policies, including DFARS 252.239-7001 and Army Regulation (AR) 25-2.
• Serve as the designated IA/IT technical lead for on-site project activities.
• Advise project personnel on secure information handling, system configurations, access controls, and cybersecurity best practices.
• Coordinate with government IA/IT representatives regarding system access, security authorization, accreditation requirements, and compliance documentation.
• Identify potential information security risks and recommend appropriate mitigation measures.
• Maintain required professional certifications and cybersecurity training throughout the contract engagement.

Required Qualifications

• Active Top Secret security clearance.
• U.S. citizenship required.
• Current DoD 8570.01-M / DoD 8140-aligned certification meeting IAT Level II requirements or higher , such as CompTIA Security+ CE, CySA+, or another qualifying certification.
• Working knowledge of DoD information assurance and cybersecurity requirements.
• Familiarity with DFARS 252.239-7001 and Army Regulation (AR) 25-2.
• Experience supporting secure IT operations, system compliance, or information security oversight.
• Ability to work on-site at a military installation and satisfy all applicable installation access requirements.
• Availability to support a flexible, part-time schedule based on project needs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience supporting Department of Defense installations, military programs, or federal government contracts.
• Experience with records digitization, electronic document management, or secure information processing initiatives.
• Familiarity with DoD security authorization and accreditation processes.
• Experience coordinating directly with government cybersecurity or information assurance representatives.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Mission-Focused Work: Support a federal defense initiative requiring secure handling of sensitive information.
• Flexible Engagement: Part-time contract work structured around project requirements.
• Specialized Experience: Apply your DoD cybersecurity knowledge in a focused information assurance leadership role.
• Professional Collaboration: Work alongside project personnel and government stakeholders in a security-conscious environment.

About Sciata

Sciata is a technology and professional services organization connecting experienced specialists with opportunities to solve meaningful business and technology challenges.

We partner with organizations across commercial and government-related environments, bringing together specialized talent, practical expertise, and a commitment to delivering measurable results.

Our culture is built around Grit, Impact, Fun, Collaboration, and Continuous Learning .

Apply Today

If you are an experienced IA/IT professional with an active Top Secret clearance and the required DoD cybersecurity certification, we encourage you to apply.

Join Sciata's network of technology specialists and contribute your expertise to a mission-critical defense initiative.

Sciata is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs, consistent with applicable law.