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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$75K - $95K *

Champion cybersecurity initiatives by enhancing IT systems' integrity and performance. Collaborate across departments to manage vulnerabilities and promote a secure culture while supporting organizati...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $95K *

Elevate your career by providing expert administration and support for SATCOM/MUOS systems. Collaborate closely with engineers, ensure network health, manage troubleshooting activities, and uphold sec...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $100K *

Oversee the daily operations of a NOC team supporting DoD customers, ensuring network availability, security, and compliance with RMF standards while managing incident response and operational procedu...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Transform the future of DevSecOps as you enhance delivery workflows, integrate security into development pipelines, and ensure 24/7 operational reliability, supporting essential services for military...

3 weeks ago

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

$104K - $166K *

Transform network engineering through expert design and optimization of large-scale environments. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance secure connectivity in support of mission objectives, while m...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$165K - $226K *

Champion the security strategy by overseeing architecture, managing incidents, and guiding teams. Lead assessments, enforce controls, and integrate innovative tools to enhance overall organizational s...

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$165K - $226K *

Transform your career by leading our security architecture and strategy. Oversee high-stakes incidents, conduct risk assessments, and drive the integration of advanced security technologies while ment...

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$132K - $199K *

Lead analysis and architecture for secure cyber systems in US Department of Defense space operations, implementing strategies to protect critical communications and ensure resilient, secure systems-of...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$132K - $199K *

Optimize secure communications within DoD space systems. Lead projects to develop resilient architectures, and assess cyber threats while aligning with national security objectives to protect critical...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$86K - $198K *

Join a team enhancing cybersecurity by developing automation solutions and integrations with ServiceNow. Drive vulnerability management, streamline remediation, and foster collaboration to improve sec...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$104K - $166K *

Engineer and implement comprehensive solutions within DoD AI/ML initiatives to enhance geospatial intelligence capabilities. Collaborate with teams to develop strategies and architectures that drive i...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$86K - $138K *

Join a dynamic team to support product quality for advanced geospatial intelligence systems. Collaborate with diverse professionals to verify and validate products against requirements, ensuring high...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$135K - $216K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead systems engineering efforts across multi-disciplinary domains, ensuring reliable solutions and meticulous evaluations for key government geospatial intelligence initiat...

4 days ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$135K - $216K *

Empower your career by leading multidisciplinary teams in systems engineering to enhance geospatial intelligence solutions and improve the integration and efficiency of large-scale systems across dive...

6 days ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$86K - $138K *

Engineer innovative product quality solutions for geospatial intelligence, supporting testing and data verification efforts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance visual quality and accur...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$86K - $138K *

Support product quality assurance efforts by applying your expertise in system engineering, collaborating with a diverse team to enhance geospatial intelligence products and ensure compliance with ope...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team as you define and implement QA strategies across the organization, enhancing automated testing capabilities, and driving quality initiatives to ensure software reliability and perf...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Empower your career by leading the quality assurance vision and strategy for software delivery. Drive innovative QA practices, develop automation frameworks, and enhance collaboration across engineeri...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Take ownership of quality assurance strategy and frameworks, driving enhancements across software development and automation initiatives. Lead cross-functional teams to ensure delivery of scalable and...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $95K *

Manage cyber operations for the Combat Operations Division, ensuring effective command and control support, analysis of orders, and coordination of responses to cyber incidents while developing strate...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$112K - $179K *

Support critical software testing initiatives for advanced satellite data processing systems. Collaborate with a high-performing team to ensure quality assurance and facilitate agile development, enha...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $158K *

Shape the future of cyber defense by advising Partner Nations in executing strategic security cooperation missions, enhancing cyber capabilities, and driving collaborative efforts in a dynamic interna...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$112K - $179K *

Empower strategic decision-making by delivering critical intelligence on counterspace threats, enhancing organizational awareness, and shaping assessments through expert collaboration within a dynamic...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $200K *

Lead the charge in advancing cross-domain solutions by overseeing integration efforts across security enclaves, guiding technical teams, and engaging key stakeholders to enhance strategic spectrum war...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $140K *

The Senior CI Specialist will support a federal government client by identifying and assessing foreign intelligence efforts that threaten national security. The role requires conducting and presenting...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

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.