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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$90K - $120K *

Champion the implementation of security controls and compliance for critical systems, ensuring proper execution of the Assessment and Authorization process. Collaborate effectively across teams to enh...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $95K *

Shape the future of cybersecurity by leading critical network operations and compliance efforts. Leverage your expertise in security control assessments to enhance information assurance in a governmen...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $95K *

Optimize cybersecurity operations and assessments, ensuring compliance and security across network environments. Collaborate with teams to address vulnerabilities and maintain robust security document...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$75K - $95K *

Collaborate to enhance cybersecurity measures, ensuring operational integrity and compliance with military directives. Support the administration and implementation of critical information assurance p...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $110K *

Support robust information assurance efforts by ensuring data integrity, confidentiality, and compliance through comprehensive risk management and security engineering practices while collaborating wi...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $95K *

Join a team that delivers critical IT/IA support for Special Access Programs, ensuring the security and functionality of systems for DoD agencies, while collaborating on enhancing cybersecurity measur...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$87K - $157K *

Inspire innovation in cybersecurity as an Information Assurance Engineer, ensuring systems reliability and compliance for critical Department of Defense information networks through expert security pr...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Transform the security landscape by ensuring compliance with IT security regulations, developing security plans, and contributing to audits and risk assessments within a dynamic classified systems env...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing cybersecurity in DoD environments. Utilize your expertise to analyze vulnerabilities, conduct risk assessments, and execute compliance methodologies for vital...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Transform cybersecurity by implementing RMF processes and ensuring compliance with NIST and DoD guidelines. Collaborate with diverse teams to conduct assessments, manage vulnerabilities, and develop e...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $120K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic team to enhance DoD information security and compliance. Collaborate, mentor, and lead incident response efforts as you shape the cybersecurity landscape in a fas...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$101K - $152K *

Elevate cybersecurity by leading security compliance and risk management efforts. Design secure architectures, perform risk assessments, and implement continuous monitoring practices while collaborati...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $216K *

Execute critical information assurance strategies by monitoring security systems, conducting risk assessments, ensuring compliance with standards, and collaborating across teams to maintain and enhanc...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $95K *

Unlock your potential as you drive technical solutions in information assurance. Collaborate with experts to Support Xacta 360, ensuring compliance with federal guidelines while enhancing security ope...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $181K *

Shape security compliance and oversight as you lead NIST controls, manage system authorizations, and mentor junior teams. Engage in strategic initiatives to safeguard federal systems, driving successf...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Drive cybersecurity excellence and compliance as you support the Tsunami Warning System, ensuring vital protections for lives and property. Leverage your expertise to enhance security policies and tra...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$80K - $128K *

Take ownership of securing critical information systems by managing compliance, conducting audits, and facilitating technical support within a fast-paced environment, ensuring robust security measures...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$128K - $214K *

Transform critical IT operations by managing security compliance and support for Special Access Programs. Leverage your expertise to ensure optimal performance, establish controls, and provide mentors...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $95K *

Explore a vital role in cybersecurity where you'll ensure compliance, support RMF activities, and safeguard critical systems. Collaborate within a dynamic team to drive security initiatives and enhanc...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $190K *

Pioneer cybersecurity engineering solutions to safeguard critical systems. Lead security architecture design, validation, and operational compliance across the system lifecycle, ensuring robust defens...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $95K *

Empower security efforts by providing expertise to enhance compliance and training initiatives for an Information Security program, while managing stakeholder coordination and incident processing to m...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Join a mission-driven team to ensure cybersecurity compliance and manage ATO processes. Lead security operations and incident management to maintain continuous readiness across critical defense system...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $130K *

Partner with us to enhance cybersecurity posture by engineering and implementing robust security solutions while ensuring compliance with established frameworks. Collaborate with cross-functional team...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $95K *

Shape secure environments by leveraging your expertise in information assurance and cybersecurity compliance across complex DoD settings. Drive initiatives to maintain high-security standards, assess...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$178K - $200K *

Oversee assessment and authorization of information systems to ensure compliance with cybersecurity standards. Lead vulnerability assessments, recommend security policies, and monitor compliance to pr...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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.