Parsons

Information Assurance Specialist - TS/SCI required

Parsons$88K — $154K *
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Master's degree or relevant military training/certificates required.
  • 5+ years of specialized experience in Information Assurance Compliance.
  • Active TS/SCI security clearance is mandatory.
  • CISSP, CISM, GSLC, or CASP certification preferred.
  • 40 continuing education hours annually as a Cybersecurity Workforce member.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee and support IT system accreditation processes.
  • Ensure compliance with information assurance/security requirements.
  • Conduct risk assessments and verify compliance with standards.
  • Monitor system security and integrity through assurance activities.
  • Update documentation to reflect compliance status.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders on risk treatment and compliance issues.
  • Maintain required certifications and participate in OJT evaluations.

Benefits

  • Best-in-class medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • Paid time off and holidays for work-life balance.
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
  • 401(k) retirement plan options.
  • Flexible work schedules for lifestyle compatibility.
Full Job Description
Job Description:

As an Information Assurance Specialist at Parsons, you will join a fast-paced team supporting mission-critical requirements for the Department of War and United States Army. Become part of a diverse group of 500 professionals delivering expertise in information assurance, cybersecurity, and compliance across Aberdeen Proving Ground and Edgewood, Maryland, for a portfolio of efforts spanning 5 years and a total value exceeding $600 million. The ideal candidate is highly skilled in evaluating and supporting IT system accreditation, risk management, and compliance, ensuring robust security practices that advance Army modernization and support to the warfighter.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Oversee, evaluate, and support documentation, validation, and accreditation processes for IT systems.
  • Ensure new and existing systems meet information assurance and security requirements.
  • Conduct risk assessments and ensure compliance with internal and external standards.
  • Monitor and validate assurance activities, supporting ongoing system security and integrity.
  • Maintain and update documentation to reflect current IA practices and compliance status.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to address risk treatment and compliance issues.
  • Maintain required certifications and continuing education hours as a member of the Cybersecurity Workforce.
  • Complete OJT evaluations and maintain privileged access credentials as directed.


Minimum Qualifications:

  • Must have a Master's degree from an accredited university, or completion of relevant CNSSI/NDU certificates or military training courses
  • Must have a minimum of 5+ years of specialized experience in Information Assurance Compliance (Specialty Area 61).
  • An active TS/SCI is required


Preferred Qualifications:

  • CISSP, CISM, GSLC, or CASP certification required.
  • Minimum of 40 continuing education hours per year as a member of the Cybersecurity Workforce.
  • Completion of OJT evaluation (NAVEDTRA 43469 watch station 303/3043 as applicable) within directed timelines.
  • Operating system credential may be required per Privileged Access Agreement.
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain privileged access as required.


Security Clearance Requirement:
An active Top Secret SCI security clearance is required for this position.

This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.

Salary Range: $88,400.00 - $154,700.00

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!

About Parsons

Parsons Corporation is a technology-driven engineering services firm with more than 70 years of experience in the engineering, construction, technical, and professional services industries. The corporation is a leader in many diversified markets with a focus on infrastructure, defense, security, and construction. Parsons delivers design/design-build, program/construction management, systems design/engineering, cyber/converged security, and other professional services packaged in innovative alternative delivery methods to federal, regional, and local government agencies, as well as to private industrial customers worldwide. Parsons is a leader in many diversified markets with a focus on infrastructure, defense, security, and construction. Parsons delivers design/design-build, program/construction management, systems design/engineering, cyber/converged security, and other professional services packaged in innovative alternative delivery methods to federal, regional, and local government agencies, as well as to private industrial customers worldwide.
Learn more about Parsons
Size
15,500 employees
Market Cap
$4.7 billion
Industry
Net Income
$98.5 million
Founded
1944
5 Year Trend
+3.8%
Revenue
$3.9 billion
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