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 - $100K *

Lead the management of communications security materials and systems, ensuring guidance and compliance across multiple units. Serve as the chief advisor on COMSEC issues while overseeing procurement a...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Grow your career with a pivotal role in cybersecurity, ensuring the integrity of systems and networks through rigorous risk management and compliance. Lead audits, support the implementation of contro...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$77K - $176K *

Join a team that's vital to national security by leading the Information Systems Security lifecycle, ensuring compliance with policies and enhancing system security across classified environments whil...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$77K - $176K *

Lead mission-critical cybersecurity initiatives by overseeing RMF authorization activities, ensuring compliance and security for classified information systems, and driving vulnerability management ac...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $157K *

Elevate your career by leading cybersecurity efforts to ensure secure and resilient communication systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop robust security programs in alignment with...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$115K - $135K *

Transform your career with a role overseeing information security for federal programs, collaborating with leaders to ensure compliance and protect systems. Leverage your ISSO expertise to lead critic...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Lead security and compliance initiatives for complex cloud systems, ensuring regulatory compliance and risk management for federal programs while advising cross-functional teams on best practices...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Shape the future of cloud security by leading compliance efforts for complex systems supporting federal programs. Drive risk management, ensure regulatory adherence, and advise teams on best practices...

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4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $95K *

Join a team that's tackling cybersecurity challenges while managing vulnerabilities and ensuring compliance with DoD requirements. Collaborate with federal partners and lead incident response efforts...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $110K *

Support critical cybersecurity efforts by administering, monitoring, and enhancing security measures to protect vital computer networks and information systems. Drive the implementation of risk mitiga...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Support senior ISSOs in enforcing security policies and maintaining compliance for classified information systems while collaborating on risk assessments and security operational tasks...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $95K *

Take ownership of IT operations, ensuring system efficiency and security while coordinating responses to technical challenges in a dynamic environment. Provide critical support and strategic consultat...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Manage all aspects of information security systems by collaborating with engineering teams to ensure cyber resiliency, maintaining compliance, and developing security documentation to protect sensitiv...

1 week ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Information Technology

$104K - $160K *

Oversee security protocols and documentation for classified Information Systems, ensuring compliance with government regulations. Collaborate with agencies to maintain system integrity while managing...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$149K - $241K *

Transform your career by enhancing system security and compliance, overseeing operations, and driving continuous improvement initiatives in a dynamic environment—ideal for experienced security profess...

Reposted yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$149K - $241K *

Advance information security by managing security operations, evaluating vulnerabilities, and enforcing compliance for classified systems. Collaborate with teams to enhance system resilience and devel...

Reposted yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Analyze and enhance IT security measures, ensuring compliance and risk mitigation while providing strategic guidance and support in the management of vulnerabilities and internal audits within a dynam...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team as a Classified Information Security Lead, overseeing the management and protection of Secret and Top-Secret data in diverse environments while ensuring compliance with federal reg...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$99K - $208K *

Join a team dedicated to enhancing cybersecurity by designing, testing, and integrating secure systems within a dynamic environment, while leading risk management and compliance efforts to protect vit...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$99K - $208K *

Lead the charge in securing systems within the DoD, managing risk, and ensuring compliance. Collaborate across teams to design secure architectures and oversee critical cybersecurity activities while...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$78K - $123K *

Lead the charge in cybersecurity and compliance for U.S. Navy systems by conducting risk assessments, developing RMF documentation, and ensuring adherence to NIST and DoD standards to safeguard critic...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $130K *

Champion security compliance by collaborating with stakeholders to ensure effective Risk Management Framework (RMF) practices, conducting audits, and applying vital controls for system security integr...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Shape the future of information security by ensuring compliance and secure operations. Collaborate with stakeholders to support RMF processes and enhance system security through audits and documentati...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Manage and oversee the information security program, ensuring compliance with government standards while providing guidance on security measures and training for effective risk management across compl...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Optimize security protocols by managing information systems in compliance with defense regulations. Collaborate with teams to ensure operational security, maintain documentation, and conduct system au...

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.