Cybersecurity & Information Assurance Specialist — Federal Health IT

November 9, 2026

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Cybersecurity & Information Assurance Specialist — Federal Health IT

Location: Remote — United States
Security Clearance: Active Secret Required

Strengthen Cybersecurity. Support Critical Federal Healthcare Technology.

Rackner is seeking a Cybersecurity & Information Assurance Specialist to strengthen security compliance and operational readiness across mission-critical federal healthcare technology.

In this role, you'll help maintain information assurance records, coordinate security reviews, and support compliance with Department of Defense (DoD) requirements. You'll collaborate with engineering, security, and operational teams to maintain accountability and help ensure technology environments remain prepared for security assessments.

This opportunity is ideal for a cybersecurity professional who understands DoD information assurance requirements, values accurate documentation, and enjoys solving practical security challenges across technical and operational environments.

What You'll Do

Maintain DoD cyber workforce qualification records, monitor certification expirations, and support ongoing compliance with applicable requirements.
Conduct periodic access reviews for designated systems and tools, and coordinate account and credential lifecycle activities with appropriate security stakeholders.
Maintain security-control documentation and supporting STIG and ACAS evidence, contributing to eMASS records and customer security assessments as assigned.
Report security incidents through established procedures and coordinate with authorized response teams.
Advise field engineering and operational teams on applicable security readiness and compliance requirements.
Help maintain accurate, audit-ready information assurance records and support ongoing security compliance activities.

Required Qualifications

5+ years of professional cybersecurity or information assurance experience supporting DoD environments.
Meets the position's applicable DoD 8140 cybersecurity qualification requirement, including the specified IAM Level II qualification (such as ISC2 CGRC, formerly CAP; CompTIA SecurityX, formerly CASP+; or an approved equivalent).
Professional experience with Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs), Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS), and Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service (eMASS).
Active U.S. Government Secret security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) certification.
Experience supporting Defense Health Agency (DHA) Risk Management Framework (RMF) packages.
Familiarity with Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Level 2 practices.

Why Rackner?

At Rackner, your work supports federal missions where security, reliability, and accountability matter. You'll collaborate with experienced technical professionals, apply your expertise to meaningful operational challenges, and contribute to the readiness of technology that supports federal healthcare teams.

We value practical problem-solving, collaboration, professional growth, and people who take ownership of their work.

Benefits & Perks

Eligible employees may enjoy:

Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
401(k) with a 100% company match up to 6%.
Paid time off and paid holidays.
Company-supported certifications and professional development.
Home-office equipment and remote-work support.
Fitness and wellness reimbursement.
Weekly pay and team events.

Work Arrangement

This is a remote position within the United States, requiring collaboration with security, engineering, and operational stakeholders.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Rackner is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to any status protected by applicable law.

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