Information Assurance Specialist Jobs

A career under the title Information Assurance Specialist often involves managing risks related to the use, processing, storage, and transmission of data, as well as the systems and processes used for these purposes. Explore exclusive job opportunities that pay over $100K with Ladders.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities of an Information Assurance Specialist may include ensuring systems are operating correctly, protecting critical information, or even developing security standards.

Qualifications

Becoming an Information Assurance Specialist often requires a bachelor's degree in a related field, along with certain certifications like the Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP).

Career Path

With the rise of cyber threats, the demand for Information Assurance Specialists continues to grow. This provides them with numerous career opportunities and a lucrative salary.

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$95K - $115K *

Advance cybersecurity measures by managing DoD RMF processes and overseeing secure documentation. Collaborate in a dedicated team, ensuring compliance with NIST standards and supporting evaluations ac...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Tackle the implementation and management of cybersecurity programs, ensuring the integrity, confidentiality, and availability of critical network systems. Collaborate with teams to uphold compliance w...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$160K - $205K *

Lead, oversee, and enhance information assurance strategies across diverse environments. Mentor a team, ensure compliance with federal standards, and drive continuous security improvements while foste...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Empower cybersecurity efforts by ensuring robust information assurance protocols, managing risks, and supporting compliance with security standards. Collaborate with teams to enhance the security post...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Drive innovative cybersecurity strategies and policies while maintaining compliance and securing information systems in a fast-paced environment. Collaborate with customers to translate complex securi...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $155K *

Champion cybersecurity solutions by translating needs into detailed architectures, conducting risk assessments, and identifying improvement opportunities. Collaborate with teams to enhance security me...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Shape cybersecurity strategies and policies, ensuring compliance and risk mitigation while serving as a key advisor and SME for critical National Security programs in a dynamic, collaborative environm...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing cybersecurity compliance and support. You'll engage in technical assessments, risk management, and policy documentation, ensuring optimal security posture for...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that delivers critical cybersecurity support, managing Risk Management Framework processes across a diverse set of systems while driving compliance in a cloud-native environment. Elevate i...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Optimize information assurance security through comprehensive design, operation, and maintenance of IT services across multiple networks, ensuring compliance with security standards and supporting the...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $188K *

Lead cybersecurity initiatives by developing advanced tools and techniques for offensive and defensive strategies, conducting thorough vulnerability assessments, and protecting critical systems agains...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$65K - $100K *

Manage information systems security by supporting classified systems' compliance and vulnerabilities through technical assistance and monitoring, ensuring robust daily operations and incident response...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Join our team as a Cybersecurity Subject Matter Expert to enhance information assurance frameworks, ensure compliance, and lead security risk assessments for innovative audiology systems impacting mil...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$185K - $200K *

Shape the future of Cybersecurity by driving critical policies and architecture solutions. Engage with stakeholders on key initiatives, ensuring alignment with national security directives while foste...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's committed to enhancing cybersecurity processes through expert project management and policy development. Collaborate with key stakeholders to ensure compliance and achieve effective...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $105K *

Transform cybersecurity compliance and execution for critical DODNet migration efforts, ensuring robust Risk Management Framework adherence while engaging with cross-functional teams for secure networ...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $105K *

Contribute to cybersecurity initiatives by leading compliance activities, supporting RMF processes, and facilitating documentation for efficient migration within the Defense Department's network infra...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $181K *

Lead the strategic implementation of system security compliance, drive risk management initiatives, and oversee cybersecurity practices while mentoring teams to ensure comprehensive compliance with fe...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $140K *

Advance your career by leading information security policies, risk management, and infrastructure protection efforts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance system design and provide criti...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$87K - $113K *

Shape the future of cybersecurity by assessing risks, implementing controls, and ensuring compliance within information systems while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance security post...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$107K - $195K *

Join a dynamic team as you secure and enhance critical systems through hands-on engineering and collaboration, ensuring robust cybersecurity measures in a mission-driven environment. Drive innovation...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$107K - $140K *

Join a team that's enhancing cybersecurity by providing technical support for Special Access Programs (SAPs) alongside managing system security and troubleshooting challenges in a dynamic environment...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Develop and lead a comprehensive Information Assurance (IA) program, ensuring compliance across various security environments by implementing policies and overseeing training, clearances, and document...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that pioneers Information Assurance for federal systems, enhancing security processes, supporting audits, and ensuring compliance with FISMA and NIST standards while working with diverse s...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $105K *

Lead the implementation of security protocols for advanced information systems in a dynamic aerospace environment. Support compliance and risk management while collaborating with multidisciplinary tea...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does an Information Assurance Specialist do?question toggle

    An Information Assurance Specialist manages risks related to the use, processing, storage, and transmission of information data, and the systems used for these purposes. Their responsibilities typically include ensuring these systems are operating correctly, protecting critical information, and developing security standards.

  • What qualifications are required to become an Information Assurance Specialist?question toggle

    Most Information Assurance Specialist roles will require at least a bachelor's degree, often in computer science, cyber security, or a related field. Certain certifications may also be required, such as the Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP).

  • What is the career path for an Information Assurance Specialist?question toggle

    Information Assurance Specialists have vast career opportunities due to the increasing importance of cyber security. They may advance to roles such as Information Security Manager or Chief Information Security Officer, among others.