IT CUI Documentation Specialist

GROW WITH US AND STAY EXTRAORDINARY:
Launch your career to new heights with Innoflight—one of San Diego’s fastest-growing Aerospace and Defense innovators. Here, visionary minds engineer the future of space technology through pioneering, compact, and cyber-secure solutions. From software-defined radios to cutting-edge cryptographic systems and avionics, everything we build powers the next era of New Space. Join our small, agile, and mission-driven team where your work has real impact and your growth has no limits. We’re not just reaching for the stars—we’re engineering them. Let’s innovate the infinite, together.
A DAY IN THE LIFE:
As an IT CUI Documentation Specialist, you’ll support a company-wide cleanup and correction initiative for Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI). You’ll identify CUI across SharePoint GCC High and M-Files, correct improper markings, relocate files to approved repositories, and ensure all documents comply with the CUI Marking Handbook and NIST 800-171 requirements. You’ll partner with IT, Engineering, Cybersecurity, and document owners to properly organize and secure CUI, strengthening the company’s overall compliance posture in preparation for CMMC.
This is a temporary role lasting up to six months.
WHAT YOU’LL DO:

• Review CUI Documentation: Review documents across SharePoint GCC High and M-Files to verify correct CUI markings, banners, portion markings, labels, and dissemination instructions based on the CUI Marking Handbook.
• Lead CUI Cleanup & Reorganization: Remove content from unapproved locations, correct marking issues, update metadata, and relocate files into approved CUI repositories.
• Ensure Proper CUI Segregation: Validate that CUI is properly separated from non-CUI through appropriate library structures, metadata configurations, and permission controls.
• Collaborate with Document Owners: Update, correct, and reclassify documents in partnership with document owners to ensure proper handling and accuracy.
• Support Standardization: Assist in developing standardized templates, headers, footers, and cover sheets to minimize future marking inconsistencies.
• Align with Cybersecurity Requirements: Partner with Cybersecurity to ensure that all documentation handling aligns with NIST 800-171 and CMMC Level 2 compliance expectations.
• Maintain Tracking & Audit Readiness: Track cleanup progress, document corrections, and repository improvements to support internal and external audits.
• Provide Staff Guidance: Offer clear guidance on CUI storage locations, marking rules, and cleanup expectations across the organization.
• Support Audits & Quality Reviews: Assist with periodic audits and quality checks to ensure ongoing adherence to CUI documentation requirements.
• Recommend Process Improvements: Suggest enhancements to documentation processes, repository organization, and metadata standards.
• Perform Other Duties: Complete additional tasks as assigned to support the overall CUI cleanup initiative.

YOU’RE AWESOME AT:

• CUI Compliance Knowledge: You understand CUI requirements, markings, and the CUI Marking Handbook thoroughly.
• Documentation Accuracy: You demonstrate exceptional attention to detail when reviewing, marking, and correcting documentation.
• Technical System Skills: You are proficient with SharePoint GCC High document libraries, metadata structures, permissions, and M-Files workflows and secure content management.
• Collaboration & Communication: You work effectively with IT, Engineering, Cybersecurity, and Operations teams and can clearly guide staff through CUI cleanup tasks.
• Process Improvement: You can identify and recommend improvements in document management, repository structure, and metadata standardization.
• Audit-Ready Organization: You are reliable in tracking cleanup progress and maintaining meticulous documentation to support audits.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED:

• Associate degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Communications, or a related field.
• 3 or more years of experience in IT documentation, records management, or compliance support.
• Strong understanding of CUI requirements and the CUI Marking Handbook.
• Experience supporting NIST 800-171 and CMMC Level 2 environments.
• Proficiency with SharePoint GCC High document libraries, metadata management, and permissions.
• Experience with M-Files, including metadata structures, workflows, and secure content management.
• Exceptional attention to detail in reviewing and correcting document markings.
• Ability to work collaboratively with IT, Engineering, Cybersecurity, and Operations teams.
• Strong communication and training skills for supporting staff with CUI cleanup tasks.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Availability to support a temporary project assignment lasting up to six months.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
The starting rate for this position ranges from $38 - $48 per hour, depending on the candidate’s job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. 

• Employment Type: Temporary, project-based assignment (up to 6 months).
• Benefits: As this is a temporary role, benefits may be limited; details will be provided during the hiring process.
• Note: This is a temporary, project-specific role. Employment will conclude at the end of the assignment unless otherwise extended.

• Flexible Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a 9/80 work schedule with every other Friday off—whether you use it to recharge, work on a passion project, or spend time with family, the choice is yours.
• Continuous Learning & Development: We’re serious about professional development. From tuition reimbursement to internal "Ask Me Anything" sessions and weekly “Lunch & Learns,” we make learning a core part of the job.
• Mission-Driven Culture: We aren’t just building tech—we’re enabling the next era of space exploration. Our Culture Ambassadors help lead initiatives around inclusion, positivity, recognition, and transparency. Here, your voice is heard, your work is respected, and your individuality is celebrated.

BE YOU, WITH US
At Innoflight, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace where everyone belongs. We recognize that great talent comes in many forms, and you don’t need to meet every requirement to bring value to our team. If this role excites you, we encourage you to apply—even if you don’t check every box.
YOU SHOULD KNOW:
Potential new employees must successfully complete a background check which includes criminal search, education certification and employment verification prior to hire. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S as you must have the ability to obtain a security clearance. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa.
A NOTE TO STAFFING AGENCIES:
Innoflight does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies, recruiters, or any third-party sources. Any such submissions will be considered property of Innoflight, and no fees will be paid in the event a candidate is hired from an unsolicited referral.
To California residents applying for this job, please read Innoflight’s CCPA Notice: https://www.innoflight.com/careers/california-consumer-privacy-act-notice-for-job-applicants.
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