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 *

Pioneer in safeguarding sensitive data as an Information Assurance Analyst, responsible for identifying, assessing, and mitigating security risks. Collaborate with IT teams to ensure compliance, imple...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $95K *

Lead the identification and mitigation of security risks while ensuring compliance with industry standards. Collaborate effectively with technical teams to enhance system security and monitor vulnerab...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $95K *

Empower your cybersecurity career by protecting vital information systems, assessing security risks, and ensuring compliance with leading industry standards while collaborating with dynamic technical...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$61K - $141K *

Elevate your career as you assess cyber risks for military communications, develop security strategies, and ensure mission-critical infrastructure is safeguarded through collaboration with experts in...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$61K - $141K *

Help us enhance information security by assessing cyber risks and developing mitigation plans with clients to safeguard critical systems. Collaborate with experts to translate security concepts into a...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $95K *

Drive compliance and security for DoD systems by implementing and maintaining cybersecurity controls, supporting RMF activities and collaborating with teams to enhance the security posture in a dynami...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Lead and manage the Risk Management Framework (RMF) tasks for IT systems, ensuring compliance with DOD policies and security requirements. Drive stakeholder engagement, risk assessments, and maintain...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$75K - $95K *

Take ownership of the Risk Management Framework (RMF) security artifacts for ARTRANS programs to ensure compliance with NIST standards, enabling seamless control inheritance using the DevSecOps platfo...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Elevate your career by overseeing IT security compliance and strategy. As an expert in information security, you'll conduct risk assessments and develop security protocols to protect systems, ensuring...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $95K *

Advance security measures while supporting Department of Defense Special Access Programs. Provide critical IT/IA support including system maintenance, troubleshooting, and cybersecurity compliance acr...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Take ownership of security systems to ensure compliance and protect sensitive data. Collaborate with teams to implement security measures, conduct training, and respond to vulnerabilities while suppor...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Drive security excellence by managing IT services across various networks, ensuring compliance and protection against threats while collaborating with a diverse team of professionals in a dynamic envi...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Partner with us to enhance information security across multiple networks. Engage in compliance, system maintenance, user training, and incident response while ensuring top-notch network security infra...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $100K *

Drive cybersecurity excellence by developing IT policies and ensuring compliance with DOD standards. Join a dedicated team enhancing system security for critical infrastructure, making a meaningful im...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $95K *

Join a team dedicated to ensuring system security and reliability. Manage federated systems and provide technical guidance while troubleshooting challenges. Engage with multiple stakeholders to delive...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $95K *

Join a dedicated team to oversee security operations for Special Access Programs, providing multi-disciplinary support within a dynamic environment while ensuring compliance with cybersecurity and ope...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$114K - $190K *

Empower operational excellence by providing comprehensive IT support and Information Assurance to ensure compliance with security policies and maintain systems functionality in dynamic environments...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Support the complete RMF lifecycle, maintaining security documentation and ensuring systems meet compliance regulations for U.S. Navy security standards, while collaborating with technical teams to en...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$112K - $179K *

Drive cybersecurity excellence by implementing the Risk Management Framework (RMF), ensuring compliance with DoD standards, and collaborating with engineering teams to safeguard vital organizational a...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$112K - $179K *

Unlock potential by implementing robust information assurance protocols across diverse organizational systems. Collaborate with engineering teams to align RMF processes with DoD cybersecurity standard...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Seek to accelerate progress at our national tsunami warning system, ensuring FISMA compliance and security authorization. Drive improvements through documentation, training, and collaboration in a vit...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$82K - $111K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring cybersecurity within Special Access Programs for the Department of Defense. Leverage your tech skills and make an impact through system administration, network...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $130K *

Drive the future of information security by engineering resilient systems through advanced security measures, vulnerability remediation, and compliance with RMF and ICD guidelines to protect critical...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$113K - $188K *

Join a team that's shaping IT policy development through collaboration and agile processes. Use your expertise in information security and program management to support key stakeholders, ensuring alig...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$113K - $188K *

Contribute to a dynamic team that develops vital IT security policies, ensuring compliance and collaboration across divisions to enhance information assurance and drive efficiency in policy processes...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 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.