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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$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in providing end-user IT support, ensuring operational excellence, compliance, and service delivery across multiple technologies and devices within the organization, fostering teamwork...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Help us shape the future of end-user IT support by leading a dedicated team to enhance operations, troubleshoot issues, and ensure seamless technology integration to empower our workforce effectively...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Unlock your potential by leading IT support operations for end users. You'll guide a dynamic team, ensure compliance, and troubleshoot various IT challenges, enhancing user experiences while deliverin...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of cybersecurity by leading mission support architecture and engineering. Drive system design and integration while guiding a diverse team to deliver advanced solutions. This role is...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of cybersecurity, optimizing security systems, and enhancing operational defense strategies. Drive improvement in security posture and mentor administrators in a co...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$68K - $131K *

Lead the charge in securing sensitive national security information by overseeing SAP security management. Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure compliance with DoD regulations...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$131K *

Drive cybersecurity initiatives by ensuring compliance and operational security for classified information systems in a dynamic DoD environment, collaborating with IT and security teams to protect sen...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in enhancing cloud security within AWS environments, implementing best practices while ensuring compliance with federal cybersecurity standards, and providing expert consultation to en...

Washington, DCIn-Person

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$176K - $282K *

Champion the migration of IAM data to a modern solution, ensuring security and compliance. Lead strategy, oversee engineering, and engage with stakeholders to maintain integrity and efficiency through...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$104K - $166K *

Pioneer transformative AI/ML solutions by designing and building mission-critical software systems. Collaborate with technical teams to deliver impactful, operationally effective AI-enabled capabiliti...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $105K *

Champion personnel security initiatives by managing program compliance, processing access requests, and maintaining personnel records for sensitive environments. Utilize your expertise to support indu...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$135K - $185K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of cyber threat analysis, leveraging large-scale data to identify vulnerabilities. Develop advanced analytical tools for network and protocol analysis while collabo...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$135K - $179K *

Innovate in cybersecurity by leading compliance programs, enhancing security posture, and implementing best practices. Drive risk assessments and develop strategies to safeguard digital assets while c...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of avionics cybersecurity by integrating robust security practices throughout the system and software lifecycle, ensuring compliance with airworthiness standards while fostering a cul...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Champion security excellence by ensuring compliance across Special Access Programs. Lead multidisciplinary security strategies, oversee personnel and facility operations, and partner with key stakehol...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of secure space operations. In this role, you will lead RMF accreditation efforts, drive security integration in development, and mentor junior staff while ensuri...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $105K *

Join a team that's dedicated to innovation in cybersecurity, supporting vital DoD missions. Leverage your skills in vulnerability assessment, RMF compliance, and cloud security to make a critical impa...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $175K *

Help us combat cyber threats by analyzing sophisticated adversaries and APTs. Utilize advanced tools and SIGINT systems to assess and interpret threat data, collaborate with mission teams, and communi...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$82K - $105K *

Deliver comprehensive IT support, oversee device lifecycle management, and enhance security compliance while collaborating closely with senior IT personnel to optimize infrastructure operations and su...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$86K - $198K *

Analyze and manage the complete lifecycle of information systems security, overseeing risks and ensuring compliance through authorized operating procedures and effective team leadership in a dynamic c...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$171K - $256K *

Champion data governance and integration within the Intelligence Community. Utilize expertise to develop and implement policies that align enterprise data strategies with mission needs, enhancing AI c...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$86K - $138K *

Grow your DevSecOps skills by managing the AI platform's operations, ensuring secure CI/CD pipelines, and enhancing system resilience while collaborating with senior engineers and developing innovativ...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to support critical cybersecurity efforts by managing and securing complex server infrastructures. Leverage your expertise in information assurance to enhance the integrity of vita...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by leading the Foundry Operations Center, overseeing critical SIGINT activities, and managing a diverse intelligence team to enhance tactical operations and coordinate high-level stra...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$82K - $172K *

Lead the charge in the integration and management of Joint Tactical Data Link operations for effective command and control communications across multinational forces, ensuring secure and interoperable...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 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.