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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$73K - $132K *

Join us to enhance strategic training through cyber intelligence support for Joint Exercises. This role requires expertise in exercise planning, scenario development, and adversary analysis to create...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Transform business processes and lead a team to analyze, document, and enhance operational workflows. Collaborate with stakeholders to implement impactful solutions while mentoring your team and monit...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Analyze and optimize business processes, enhance policies, and document requirements while collaborating with stakeholders. Lead a team in implementing solutions, monitoring project milestones, and pr...

Yesterday

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

$63K - $129K *

Empower network performance by designing, implementing, and managing LAN/WAN solutions. Ensure compliance with standards while guiding teams and collaborating with vendors in a fast-paced environment...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$90K - $120K *

Bring your expertise to our Cybersecurity team, ensuring compliance with Risk Management Framework while conducting assessments and validations, and supporting cybersecurity incident response and cont...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$71K - $97K *

Elevate IT infrastructure by organizing, installing, and supporting complex network systems. Engage in decision-making for hardware and software upgrades to enhance organizational capabilities. Drive...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $95K *

Reimagine system security evaluation by conducting comprehensive assessments of security plans for classified systems, ensuring compliance with strict government standards, and enhancing risk manageme...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $110K *

Execute network management strategies to enhance infrastructure performance, ensuring reliability and security. Collaborate cross-functionally and lead junior engineers to optimize networking solution...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Drive compliance and oversight of FOIA/PA programs within Army intelligence, ensuring effective policy development, records management, and operational efficiency across diverse units and specialized...

2 days ago

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

$100K - $130K *

Innovate as a Systems SME, ensuring optimal performance and security of critical network infrastructures. Collaborate with IT teams to enhance operations within classified and unclassified environment...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $200K *

Transform cybersecurity strategy across the Department of the Navy, driving compliance and collaboration. Lead divisions while ensuring that the organization's cyber capabilities effectively support w...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$112K - $179K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of military intelligence by leveraging advanced data science to ensure effective decision-making in critical operations globally. Play a pivotal role in quality a...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Lead the development and execution of cybersecurity measures to protect critical systems. Collaborate with various teams to ensure compliance with DoD policies while staying ahead of emerging threats...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$158K - $238K *

Discover critical insights through digital investigations, analyzing cybersecurity incidents and preserving digital evidence to support law enforcement and investigative operations. Collaborate across...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$114K - $128K *

Champion the management and oversight of the Information Assurance team, ensuring robust cybersecurity practices in .edu and .mil environments while leading talented professionals in a dynamic team se...

3 days ago

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

$90K - $120K *

Join a team that’s dedicated to developing sophisticated cyber defenses, analyzing threats, and applying strategic mitigation techniques to protect critical systems from cyber warfare, while leveragin...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing information security through comprehensive assessments and authorization support throughout the program lifecycle, ensuring compliance and the effectiveness o...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$74K - $124K *

Transform your career by joining a dedicated team supporting U.S. Federal law enforcement. Contribute to data analytics, develop technical artifacts, and enhance operational efficiency through strateg...

4 days ago

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

$112K - $179K *

Support and enhance Knowledge Management systems, facilitating effective data sharing and collaboration. Utilize various tools to improve information access, train users, and maintain repositories, co...

3 weeks ago

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

$120K - $150K *

Join a team that's driving the future of information systems by managing complex acquisition life cycles and leading multi-disciplined teams to meet critical objectives. Your expertise will help strea...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $125K *

Join a team that protects vital networks through effective cybersecurity strategies. Oversee network defense operations, manage compliance efforts, and ensure security practices align with industry st...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Champion counterintelligence efforts by conducting operations and analyses to safeguard against intelligence threats while collaborating with various agencies to enhance security measures and provide...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $125K *

Shape the future of cybersecurity by managing network defense activities, ensuring compliance with best practices, and enhancing system vulnerabilities. Utilize your expertise to safeguard vital infor...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $160K *

Join a dedicated team to ensure compliance and security for DoD systems, driving the cybersecurity initiatives on Cloud One programs while providing expert guidance and solutions to meet federal stand...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$68K - $131K *

Champion cybersecurity measures by bridging high-level security policies with technical implementation. Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to protect sensitive information systems and en...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 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.