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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$80K - $85K *

Execute vital security protocols for USCENTCOM, enhancing information security, personnel safety, and operational integrity through effective training, inspections, and coordination, ensuring complian...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$69K - $141K *

Optimize systems administration and design for U.S. Space Force Satellite Control Network. Leverage expertise in IT to drive upgrades for servers, storage, and networks, collaborating with cross-funct...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $140K *

Manage and optimize user access management processes, ensuring compliance across ITAR and non-ITAR environments while utilizing identity governance tools and collaborating with stakeholders to uphold...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $95K *

Partner with us to enhance cybersecurity by managing vulnerabilities across a vast network. Drive compliance and validation activities, ensuring the security of critical systems supporting over 120,00...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$129K - $193K *

Shape advanced cyber intelligence solutions by leveraging expertise to solve complex challenges for government and private sector sponsors. Collaborate across teams to enhance capabilities and drive i...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$129K - $193K *

Lead the charge in advancing cyber intelligence capabilities, guiding sponsors in tackling complex cyber threats, and applying expertise to improve operational practices within government and industry...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $95K *

Join a team that's redefining system integration by ensuring seamless interoperability between JIRA, GitLab, and other IT tools, while implementing secure authentication measures for federal clients i...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $95K *

Take ownership of system integration projects, ensuring seamless interoperability across platforms, while enforcing robust security measures and documentation compliance for a federal government clien...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$104K - $166K *

Empower mission-critical cybersecurity by conducting threat analysis, safeguarding systems through cryptologic support, and ensuring compliance with security protocols in a dynamic environment dedicat...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$66K - $106K *

Join a dynamic team as a Cyber Analyst, delivering expert cryptologic support and innovative cyber threat analysis to enhance ISR operations for air components and ensure mission success in a fast-pac...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $95K *

Drive the design and management of enterprise networks, ensuring operational readiness and effective training support. Collaborate with teams to enhance network infrastructure across varied environmen...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $95K *

Drive enterprise network operations by designing, configuring, and maintaining robust computer networks to ensure operational readiness and support training environments. Collaborate with teams to opt...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Engage in advancing trustworthy AI and cybersecurity for impactful global development, leading assessments and guiding operations to ensure secure AI systems aligned with human rights across diverse c...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Manage and enhance information systems security programs, ensuring compliance with policies and standards while overseeing daily security operations and risk assessments to protect classified informat...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$62K - $141K *

Champion the security of information systems by conducting thorough assessments, implementing controls, and providing expert guidance to enhance security practices. Collaborate with teams to ensure co...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $95K *

Shape the future of secure communications by managing COMSEC support within Special Access Programs. Collaborate with defense agencies to ensure compliance and oversee the handling of sensitive inform...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$71K - $150K *

Empower secure identities within a dynamic environment by leading Zero Trust implementation efforts, ensuring robust access management systems, and driving innovative identity solutions to protect cri...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$86K - $138K *

Advance cybersecurity efforts by performing cryptologic support, threat analysis, and incident response to protect critical systems. Collaborate across teams to implement defense measures in a fast-pa...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$86K - $138K *

Drive cybersecurity excellence by conducting threat analysis and providing cryptologic support. Collaborate with teams to safeguard mission-critical systems and implement effective defense measures in...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$122K - $130K *

Drive the security of information assets by managing Endpoint Security Solutions, ensuring compliance, implementing upgrades, and collaborating with cybersecurity teams to enhance operational readines...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$165K - $226K *

Champion robust cybersecurity initiatives by leading security architecture, overseeing incident responses, and mentoring teams in a complex defense environment while ensuring compliance and security p...

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$104K - $166K *

Analyze and track advanced persistent threats, employing various reporting methods and SIEM tools. Collaborate with intelligence teams to present cyber threat analysis, enhancing national cyber defens...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$104K - $166K *

Unlock your potential as a Cyber Threat Analyst, collaborating with key players to analyze advanced persistent threats. Leverage cutting-edge tools while providing crucial insights to protect critical...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$78K - $163K *

Deliver expert SIGINT and Cyber analysis to inform strategic planning and operations. Collaborate with special ops teams to identify threats, produce actionable intelligence, and support complex missi...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$86K - $138K *

Join a dynamic team as a Cyber Analyst, delivering cryptologic support and cybersecurity operations to secure mission-critical systems. Utilize your expertise in threat analysis and system administrat...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 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.