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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$70K - $95K *

Engage in impactful manual testing of digital assets to ensure compliance with accessibility standards. Collaborate with diverse teams to identify issues, recommend solutions, and promote inclusivity...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $154K *

Unlock potential by leading a dynamic team of security professionals, ensuring the safety of critical operations and personnel in a high-stakes environment while exceeding operational efficiency and c...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$105K - $231K *

Lead the charge in architecting and maintaining robust IAM solutions for high-security environments, empowering effective identity management and access control in cloud-native systems while collabora...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance cloud infrastructure, leveraging your system administration skills and automation expertise to support enterprise digitization initiatives within a collaborative environ...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $140K *

Engage as a Data Analyst, leveraging deep expertise to evaluate, coordinate, and implement data strategies and standards for Defense Logistics Agency programs, ensuring clear communication and technic...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$212K - $312K *

Transform your career by leading our information security strategy, ensuring the integration of robust security practices across all business functions while managing and growing a dynamic security te...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $200K *

Shape the future of data extraction by developing resilient web scraping infrastructures. Collaborate with talented engineers to build high-performance data pipelines, ensuring quality and scalability...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$89K - $120K *

Transform complex projects into successful outcomes by leading technical teams, ensuring quality, and managing resources effectively. Leverage extensive experience in cybersecurity and project managem...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$111K - $200K *

Champion cybersecurity excellence by leading RMF for a fast-paced, federal-ready platform. Collaborate with engineers and stakeholders to ensure compliance, conduct vulnerability management, and secur...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$86K - $138K *

Join a team that's dedicated to elevating mission-critical applications by designing and optimizing web and database solutions while thriving in an Agile environment and collaborating effectively with...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Unlock the potential of federal procurement by managing complex contracts and acquisitions. Drive innovation through expert analysis, strategic planning, and collaboration with stakeholders, ensuring...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

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

$175K - $200K *

Join a team that's tackling complex QA challenges supporting the VA Data Modernization initiative. Drive test strategies, execute diverse testing methodologies, and ensure quality across cloud, API, a...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$87K - $114K *

Explore a vital role in Cyber Threat Intelligence, where you'll aggregate data, analyze threats, and deliver actionable insights to enhance security measures in a fast-paced environment. Make a signif...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Architect and administer secure cloud-hosted Windows environments, ensuring optimal performance and compliance. Collaborate across teams to deploy and monitor Windows workloads, using automation to en...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$133K - $161K *

Provide architectural expertise to enhance internal IT systems and automate processes. Drive incident resolution and support Tier 2/3 applications while collaborating with stakeholders to maintain sys...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving proactive threat hunting efforts and enhancing cybersecurity measures. Provide senior technical leadership and collaborate with national intelligence partners to combat emer...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $102K *

Unlock potential by transforming complex data into impactful solutions. As a pivotal AI Data Scientist, you will design and implement advanced AI capabilities and analytics to enhance decision-making...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $140K *

Shape accounting excellence by overseeing financial operations, ensuring GAAP compliance, leading audits, and developing a talented team in a fully remote environment while supporting federal contract...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $128K *

Unlock innovative UI/UX solutions that enhance user experiences by collaborating with cross-functional teams, designing intuitive interfaces, and refining workflows to support our mission. Shape the f...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$176K - $282K *

Lead the charge in architecting and optimizing Facets platform deployments on AWS for Medicare operations, ensuring compliance and high performance in a collaborative Agile environment while interfaci...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $153K *

Optimize risk management strategies by leading cyber and technology risk assessments, analyzing complex scenarios, and delivering actionable insights to strengthen organizational security posture acro...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Join us to lead federal acquisition management support, overseeing the entire lifecycle from planning to post-award. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure high-quality service delivery and complianc...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$120K - $150K *

Shape the future of data security by providing expert guidance on backup architectures and disaster recovery for federal agencies. Enhance mission-critical systems, mentor fellow engineers, and lead i...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Innovate enterprise cybersecurity architectures ensuring compliance with federal standards, enhancing continuous monitoring, and facilitating collaboration across teams, while supporting mission-criti...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$107K - $195K *

Champion zero trust security solutions, ensuring compliance and enhancing protections for sensitive digital assets while collaborating with cross-functional teams to minimize risks and bolster defense...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 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.