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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$90K - $120K *

Manage and enhance security for critical information systems, ensuring compliance and operational security while coordinating with cybersecurity experts and stakeholders to maintain a robust security...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$89K - $152K *

Unlock potential by enhancing cybersecurity operations and collaboration among federal, private, and academic partners. Deliver efficient planning solutions while navigating evolving threats and suppo...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Unlock potential by assessing and enhancing information systems security, ensuring compliance with NIST and risk management standards while presenting findings to diverse audiences and driving objecti...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $95K *

Champion the security of Air Force information systems by ensuring compliance with DoD cybersecurity requirements. Collaborate with cybersecurity teams to protect data integrity and maintain operation...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $165K *

Lead cybersecurity initiatives to enhance operational security posture while managing compliance and risk for critical IT systems in a collaborative, fast-paced environment, ensuring the implementatio...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to implementing robust security measures. You'll oversee the continuous monitoring, maintenance, and improvement of information systems security, ensuring compliance and e...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Elevate security measures by managing sensitive information systems and ensuring compliance with authorization protocols. Collaborate closely with technical teams to safeguard operations and enhance c...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $95K *

Take ownership of personnel security adjudication processes to ensure compliance with federal standards. Collaborate with federal staff, enhance operational policies, and drive initiatives for improve...

1 month ago

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

$90K - $130K *

Analyze and enhance the cybersecurity posture of DoD systems. Lead risk assessments, evaluate security controls, and drive risk management initiatives across enterprise environments while ensuring com...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$107K - $132K *

Join a team that's dedicated to safeguarding information systems through compliance monitoring, risk management, and vulnerability assessments. Leverage your expertise in cyber security to ensure oper...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $110K *

Pioneer cybersecurity risk management efforts, ensuring compliance with DoD regulations while managing risk assessments, vulnerabilities, and business continuity plans in a dynamic IT environment...

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1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Advance operational security by ensuring compliance and management of information systems in collaboration with key personnel. Leverage expertise to handle physical, personnel, and incident security w...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$131K - $237K *

Lead the charge in safeguarding information systems as an Information Assurance Engineer, ensuring compliance and operational security for critical Defense networks while collaborating with teams to e...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$77K - $176K *

Shape the future of cybersecurity systems by ensuring robust security architectures and compliance with DoD policies. Collaborate with teams to foster innovative solutions while safeguarding critical...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$155K - $165K *

Drive cybersecurity initiatives by implementing and monitoring security across IT environments. Utilize vulnerability assessment tools and ensure compliance with DoD and NAVAIR standards while indepen...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Unlock potential by safeguarding critical information assets and driving compliance. Collaborate with business leaders and IT to manage cyber risks, ensuring alignment with security governance while e...

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $95K *

Join us to assess and enhance information systems security through ongoing evaluations, reporting, and clear communication of security postures to clients while adhering to the highest DoD standards...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$105K - $120K *

Deliver quality assurance and documentation support for federal cybersecurity initiatives, ensuring compliance with FISMA and RMF standards. Collaborate across teams to enhance cybersecurity documenta...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Oversee security operations and compliance for classified information systems. Ensure adherence to policies, perform audits, and maintain security documentation to protect sensitive data and support c...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$102K - $130K *

Unlock your potential as a key player in cybersecurity, enhancing the security and compliance of critical information systems within a dynamic, Navy-centric environment. Collaborate across teams to sa...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Shape the future of cybersecurity by ensuring compliance and managing security controls for DoD cloud migration projects while collaborating on risk management and security assessments for cloud-based...

1 month ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Join a senior-level role in cybersecurity engineering, overseeing cloud security and compliance for critical healthcare systems. Drive innovative initiatives and safeguard enterprise hosting platforms...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $120K *

Lead cybersecurity initiatives by executing Risk Management Framework activities and continuous monitoring in a classified environment, ensuring compliance and operational security for multiple system...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

The Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE) is responsible for supporting the Government in the design, development, and implementation of secure information systems and architectures. This role...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $100K *

Transform records management by leading Controlled Unclassified Information programs and ensuring compliance with federal regulations. Collaborate with stakeholders, develop policies, and conduct audi...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 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.