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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$158K - $238K *

Join a team focused on revolutionizing military cyber operations. Drive innovative strategies that enhance decision-making, operational effectiveness, and mission outcomes while collaborating with exp...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$158K - $238K *

Elevate your career by leading innovative cybersecurity strategies that enhance military operations. Collaborate with experts, drive mission success, and produce impactful technical work to shape the...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$69K - $94K *

Partner with us to design and manage robust LAN and WAN systems while providing technical support and ensuring network security. Use your expertise to lead projects, implement solutions, and enhance u...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $185K *

Develop and enhance advanced electronic warfare systems by leveraging extensive SIGINT experience, ensuring compliance with defense standards to support mission-critical applications...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $180K *

Shape the future of intelligence by leading the technical vision for a critical program, overseeing cloud migrations, DevSecOps, and AI/ML systems, while mentoring teams and guiding strategic initiati...

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$71K - $96K *

Drive effective management and maintenance of network infrastructures, ensuring performance, availability, and security while collaborating with teams to enhance operational efficiency at the site...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$71K - $96K *

Partner with us to manage and maintain network infrastructures, ensuring high availability and performance. You'll analyze, troubleshoot, and enhance our systems while collaborating with teams to supp...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$158K - $238K *

Shape secure cloud-based architectures and strategies for government entities, addressing cyber threats with innovation. Collaborate with senior officials, enhance cybersecurity, and transform the lan...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to support and enhance identity management operations, ensuring cybersecurity and compliance across a vast enterprise network. Your expertise will be pivotal in managing and securi...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$71K - $96K *

Empower your career as you manage and maintain network infrastructures, ensuring optimal performance and security. Collaborate closely with teams to troubleshoot issues and implement enhancements for...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$71K - $96K *

Help us maintain and enhance our network infrastructure. You will troubleshoot issues, manage network devices, and support system upgrades while ensuring performance and security. Join our team and ma...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$83K - $139K *

Support impactful cultural resource projects under NEPA for DoD. Engage in archaeological assessments, compliance tasks, and project management, providing expertise while adhering to federal and state...

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to supporting large-scale training operations while overseeing critical information systems. Enhance communication infrastructure and ensure successful execution of missio...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $130K *

Drive success by managing critical international programs and projects, providing guidance in technical requirements, ensuring stakeholder coordination, and navigating acquisition processes for impact...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Transform engineering support for the Coast Guard's NAIS, developing innovative monitoring solutions and addressing complex system issues to ensure optimal performance and compliance with internationa...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Elevate the performance of the Coast Guard's NAIS by providing expert engineering support and innovative solutions. Analyze system anomalies, recommend upgrades, and ensure compliance with internation...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$124K - $149K *

Lead the development of an information security program to protect mission-critical systems. Collaborate with teams to identify vulnerabilities and ensure compliance with NIST standards, implementing...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Lead security controls implementation and risk assessments for tech integrations ensuring compliance with federal security standards and CISA's priorities. Enhance security posture while enabling inno...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Shape the future of cybersecurity by serving as the primary technical authority, managing security architecture and engineering across Air Force enterprises while ensuring compliance and performance o...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $110K *

Champion the execution of COMSEC operations, ensuring lifecycle management and security of communications systems while overseeing equipment, issuing material, and maintaining compliance with NSA poli...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Lead the charge in enhancing C-17 cybersecurity strategies and program protection. Collaborate to create vital documentation for interim authority and assess cyber risks, ensuring compliance with Risk...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K *

Optimize compliance by implementing the NIST Risk Management Framework, managing ATO packages, and conducting vital security assessments for Navy clients, ensuring effective monitoring and adherence t...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$142K - $213K *

Drive robust cybersecurity efforts by assessing and mitigating risks across systems while ensuring compliance with government policies and security frameworks. Collaborate on accreditation processes...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Drive the deployment and optimization of security tools in a dynamic environment. Collaborate with a small, agile team to enhance system performance, compliance, and continuous monitoring efforts whil...

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $130K *

Transform security environments by deploying, integrating, and optimizing tools. Collaborate within a dynamic team to ensure compliance and monitoring while leveraging your technical expertise and pro...

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 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.