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Working As An Information Assurance

Interacting With Computers
Getting Information
Analyzing Data or Information
Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards
Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates

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$62,465
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What Does An Information Assurance Do At Nana Regional Corporation

* Provides technical leadership to the information vulnerability management process, including developing and managing the remediation (POA&M) program
* Partner with SW engineering and IAVM teams to ensure compliance with current/future security standards
* Work proactively with IT Infrastructure partners regarding system changes/updates to ensure information security standards are addressed early in a project’s life and incorporated into the resulting program
* Improve overall software security posture by identifying and implementing security best practices into Agile SW design development methodology
* Establish an iteratively improving enterprise security stance through policy, architecture and training processes.
* Supervise the design and execution of vulnerability assessments, penetration tests and security audits.
* Identify and draft mitigation guidance for vulnerabilities with no vendor- provided remediation
* Advises government on the evaluation and selection of security and risk management services products

What Does An Information Assurance Do At DXC Technology

* Design, develop, engineer, and implement solutions to meet DoD Information Assurance/cyber requirements.
* Perform complex risk analyses which also include risk assessment
* Establish and satisfy information assurance and security requirements based upon the analysis of user, policy, regulatory, and resource demands.
* Support customers at the highest levels in the development and implementation of doctrine and policies.
* Apply know-how to government and commercial common user systems, as well as to dedicated special purpose systems requiring specialized security features and procedures.
* Produce a System Security Plan and consolidated list of security certifications in accordance with DoD Risk Management Framework (RMF) processes and procedures to obtain a DoD Level 5 and Level 6

What Does An Information Assurance Do At Aecom

* TASKS
* Provide RMF Cyber Security support to the ISO and the ISSM.
* Provide Cybersecurity analysis, engineering, and certification and accreditation (C&A)/Assessment and Authorization (A&A) support in accordance with National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), Risk Management Framework (RMF), or Platform Information Technology (PIT) methodologies.
* Provides system design, installation, configuration change documentation, for integration of network systems and generation of Engineering Change Orders
* Review proposed network architectures including network, software, hardware, data flows and transfer, authentication, encryption, and physical access controls.
* Research systems, architectures, and identify device vulnerabilities.
* Conduct technical security test and evaluations of classified and unclassified networks and/or systems to determine compliance with appropriate information assurance (IA) or cyber security controls and risk mitigation strategy.
* Provides monitoring, and analysis of laptop, workstation, server and network logs.
* Assisting the team in the resolution of business or engineering problems through the design and implementation of software applications on automated systems.
* This job description is not intended to include every duty, task or instruction for which an employee is responsible.
* Other tasks may be assigned, based on business needs and the department supervisors request.
* SUPERVISORY** **RESPONSIBILITIES
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* PHYSICAL

What Does An Information Assurance Do At Digital Consultants

* Designs, develops, engineers, and implements solutions that meet security requirements
* Responsible for the integration and implementation of computer system security solutions
* Performs risk analyses of computer systems and applications during all phases of the system development life cycle
* Identifies test requirements and tools based upon system designs
* Develops and reviews security test plans and procedures.
* Establishes and satisfies system-wide information security requirements based on analysis of user, policy, regulatory, and resource demands.
* Supports the Government Information Assurance (IA) Managers in the development and implementation of IA doctrine and policies.
* Initiates and prepares Certification and Accreditation (C&A;) DoD Information Assurance Certification and Accreditation Process (DIACAP) and Assessment and Authorization (A&A;) Risk Management Framework (RMF) packages; ensures existing C&A; and A&A; packages are maintained in a compliant status; verifies and validates C&A; and A&A; package requirements and configuration modifications are performed and tested.
* Reviews system engineering documentation, CONOPS, installation and configuration specifications to determine security requirements and to identify security concerns.
* Prepares briefing slides, status charts and support documentation as presentations for the client.
* Must have experience with using public key-based technologies for applications

What Does An Information Assurance Do At Leidos

* Support SA, VMSA, and NA Vulnerability Remediation Efforts by assisting in the gathering of remediation guidance from internal reporting, Vendors, US Cybercom, CERT, etc.
* Perform ACAS Scan and configuration support to ACE
* IT Government, VMSA, SA, and NA personnel to Support vulnerability remediation efforts
* Ensure that IAVA Metric Reporting Data is Filtered Correctly for ACE
* IT Managed Systems
* Capture high vulnerability density count systems and disposition for remediation
* Provide Team leadership and SME reach-back support to the VMSAG to ensure that 1% or less of ACE
* IT systems are highly vulnerable week over week
* Support SCCM Client Health Remediation activities
* Direct VMSA to drive lingering individual IAV compliance as well as STIG compliance to >=95%
* Other cybersecurity assignments as directed
* Perform DISA SCAP scans for STIG compliance verification
* Identify and report cyber threat surface and risk mitigation postures

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How To Become An Information Assurance

Most information security analyst positions require a bachelor’s degree in a computer-related field. Employers usually prefer analysts to have experience in a related occupation.

Education

Information security analysts usually need at least a bachelor’s degree in computer science, programming, or a related field. As information security continues to develop as a career field, many schools are responding with information security programs for prospective job seekers. These programs may become a common path for entry into the occupation. Currently, a well-rounded computer education is preferred.

Employers of information security analysts sometimes prefer applicants who have a Master's of Business Administration (MBA) in information systems. Programs offering the MBA in information systems generally require 2 years of study beyond the undergraduate level and include both business and computer-related courses.

Work Experience in a Related Occupation

Information security analysts generally need to have previous experience in a related occupation. Many analysts have experience in an information technology department, often as a network or systems administrator. Some employers look for people who have already worked in fields related to the one in which they are hiring. For example, if the job opening is in database security, they may look for a database administrator. If they are hiring in systems security, a computer systems analyst may be an ideal candidate.

Licenses, Certifications, and Registrations

There are a number of information security certifications available, and many employers prefer job candidates to have one. Certification validates the knowledge and best practices required from information security analysts. Some are general information security certificates, such as the Certified Information Systems Security Professional, and others have a narrow focus, such as penetration testing or systems auditing.

Advancement

Information security analysts can advance to become chief security officers or another type of computer and information systems manager.

Important Qualities

Analytical skills. Information security analysts must carefully study computer systems and networks and assess risks to determine how security policies and protocols can be improved.

Detail oriented. Because cyberattacks can be difficult to detect, information security analysts pay careful attention to their computer systems and watch for minor changes in performance.

Ingenuity. Information security analysts anticipate information security risks and implement new ways to protect their organizations’ computer systems and networks.

Problem-solving skills. Information security analysts respond to security alerts and uncover and fix flaws in computer systems and networks.

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Information Assurance jobs

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Information Assurance Career Paths

Information Assurance

Securities Consultant Information Security Engineer Information Systems Security Manager

Assurance Manager

8 Yearsyrs

Information Systems Security Manager Systems Administrator Information Technology Project Manager

Change Manager

10 Yearsyrs

Information Assurance Officer Assurance Manager Senior Manager

Chief Operating Officer

11 Yearsyrs

Securities Consultant Manager And Consultant Technical Services Manager

Data Center Manager

9 Yearsyrs

Information Security Officer Director Of Information Chief Information Officer

Deputy Chief Information Officer

12 Yearsyrs

Information Security Analyst Security Engineer Network Security Engineer

Director Of Information

10 Yearsyrs

Assurance Manager Project Manager Director Of Information

Director Of Information Management

10 Yearsyrs

Security Manager Information Technology Specialist Information Systems Manager

Director Of Information Services

9 Yearsyrs

Information Security Officer Information Security Manager Director Of Information

Director Of Information Technology Security

12 Yearsyrs

Information Security Analyst Information Security Officer Director Of Information

Director Of Information Technology Services

12 Yearsyrs

Senior Security Analyst Senior Information Security Analyst

Information Security Manager

10 Yearsyrs

Information Systems Security Manager Assurance Manager Information Systems Security Officer

Information Security Officer

12 Yearsyrs

Senior Security Analyst Project Manager Information Technology Consultant

Information Systems Manager

6 Yearsyrs

Information Assurance Officer Information Systems Security Officer Systems Administrator

Information Technology Director

10 Yearsyrs

Project Manager Engineering Manager Information Technology Manager

Infrastructure Manager

10 Yearsyrs

Assurance Manager Senior Manager Director Of Information

Program Manager

8 Yearsyrs

Program Manager Information Technology Project Manager

Senior Information Technology Manager

10 Yearsyrs

Program Manager Senior Manager Information Technology Director

Technical Director

7 Yearsyrs

Project Manager Technical Project Manager Information Technology Manager

Technical Services Manager

8 Yearsyrs

Average Length of Employment

Senior Systems Security Engineer 3.8 years
Information Security Officer 3.8 years
Information Technology Security Manager 3.8 years
Information Systems Security Manager 3.8 years
Information Systems Architect 3.7 years
Information Security Manager 3.2 years
Assurance Manager 3.2 years
Information Systems Security Officer 3.1 years
Manager, Information Assurance 3.0 years
Senior Security Analyst 2.9 years
Senior Information Security Analyst 2.8 years
Security System Engineer 2.7 years
Information Security Analyst 2.7 years
Information Assurance Officer 2.6 years
Senior Security Engineer 2.5 years
Information Assurance Security Officer 2.5 years
Senior Information Security Engineer 2.4 years
Information Security Engineer 2.4 years
Information Security Consultant 2.3 years
Cyber Security Engineer 2.1 years
Information Assurance Analyst 2.0 years
Information Assurance Engineer 2.0 years
Senior Information Assurance Analyst 2.0 years
Information Assurance 2.0 years
Senior Information Assurance Engineer 1.9 years

Top Careers Before Information Assurance

Systems Administrator 10.3%
Network Administrator 7.4%
Network Technician 7.4%
Technical Support Specialist 6.5%
Network Engineer 5.7%
Team Leader 5.5%
Information Technology Specialist 5.0%
Manager 4.8%
Information Systems Technician 4.8%
Information Systems Security Officer 4.3%
Security Engineer 4.3%
Computer Technician 4.1%
Information Security Engineer 4.1%
Information Security Analyst 4.1%
Senior Systems Engineer 3.8%
Senior Security Engineer 3.8%
Systems Analyst 3.8%
Systems Engineer 3.6%
Information Management Officer 3.3%
Information Assurance Engineer 3.3%

Top Careers After Information Assurance

Information Security Analyst 9.3%
Systems Administrator 9.3%
Information Assurance Officer 5.8%
Information Systems Security Manager 5.5%
Manager 5.5%
Information Systems Security Officer 5.1%
Security Engineer 5.1%
Program Manager 5.1%
Information Assurance Engineer 4.8%
Information Security Officer 4.5%
Team Leader 4.2%
Contractor/Consultant 4.2%
Assurance Manager 4.2%
Network Administrator 4.2%
Systems Engineer 4.2%
Information Assurance Analyst 3.9%
Senior Security Analyst 3.9%
Project Manager 3.9%
Program Lead 3.9%
Securities Consultant 3.5%

Information Assurance Demographics

Gender

Male
77.2%
Female
21.6%
Unknown
1.2%

Ethnicity

White
80.9%
Hispanic or Latino
9.1%
Asian
7.4%
Unknown
1.4%
Black or African American
1.1%

Languages Spoken

Spanish
46.2%
Portuguese
15.4%
Italian
15.4%
French
15.4%
Dari
7.7%

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Information Assurance Education

Schools

University of Phoenix
16.0%
University of Maryland - University College
12.4%
Community College of the Air Force
8.3%
Western Governors University
6.5%
Webster University
6.5%
Strayer University
5.3%
Colorado Technical University
4.7%
George Mason University
4.7%
ECPI University
3.6%
Central Texas College
3.6%
Troy University
3.6%
American University
3.6%
Capella University
3.0%
Trident University International
3.0%
George Washington University
3.0%
Capital College
3.0%
Liberty University
2.4%
Pennsylvania State University
2.4%
Johns Hopkins University
2.4%
Park University
2.4%

Majors

Computer Information Systems 13.7%
Computer Science 12.5%
Information Technology 12.5%
Business 12.5%
Computer Systems Security 9.2%
Information Systems 7.0%
Criminal Justice 5.2%
Management 3.7%
Computer Networking 3.7%
Political Science 3.0%
Electrical Engineering 3.0%
Management Information Systems 2.2%
Communication 2.2%
Information Sciences 2.0%
General Studies 2.0%
Computer Engineering 1.5%
Project Management 1.0%
Accounting 1.0%
Environmental Control Technologies/Technicians 1.0%
Public Administration 1.0%

Degrees

Bachelors
38.5%
Masters
32.6%
Other
12.7%
Associate
11.1%
Certificate
3.7%
Doctorate
1.0%
Diploma
0.4%

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Real Information Assurance Salaries

Job Title	Company	Location	Start Date	Salary
Information Assurance & Forensics Expert	PSEG Services Corporation	Newark, NJ	Jan 10, 2016	$121,900
Smts-It Qual Assur (Lead System Specialist-Qual Assur)	Verizon Data Services LLC	Ashburn, VA	Apr 11, 2016	$120,260
Smts-IT Qual Assur	Verizon Data Services LLC	Cedar Rapids, IA	Feb 17, 2013	$110,979
Information Assurance & Forensics Expert	PSEG Services Corporation	Newark, NJ	Oct 01, 2013	$110,400
Information Assurance & Forensics Expert	PSEG Services Corporation	Newark, NJ	Jun 15, 2012	$106,900
IT Risk & Assurance Senior	Ernst & Young U.S. LLP	Houston, TX	Jul 18, 2011	$105,000
Smts-IT Qual Assur	Verizon Corporate Resources Group LLC	Irving, TX	Aug 20, 2012	$105,000
Director, Information Assurance & Technology Syste	Research Foundation of Suny, Buffalo State College	Buffalo, NY	Sep 27, 2012	$100,558
MTS Cslt-It Qual Assur (Lead Systems Consultant)	Verizon Data Services LLC	Irving, TX	Nov 15, 2016	$100,240
MTS Specialist-It Qual Assur (Member Technical Staff)	Verizon Data Services LLC	Bedminster, NJ	Jan 11, 2016	$93,969
IT Risk & Assurance Senior	Ernst & Young U.S. LLP	Chicago, IL	Sep 26, 2011	$90,000
IT Risk and Assurance Senior	Ernst & Young U.S. LLP	Hopkinton, MA	Feb 10, 2012	$82,500
IT Risk & Assurance Senior	Ernst & Young U.S. LLP	San Francisco, CA	May 12, 2011	$82,451 - $124,000
IT Risk & Assurance Senior	Ernst & Young U.S. LLP	San Francisco, CA	May 02, 2011	$82,451 - $144,000
IT Risk & Assurance Senior	Ernst & Young U.S. LLP	Chicago, IL	Feb 25, 2016	$69,850 - $78,000
IT Risk & Assurance Senior	Ernst & Young U.S. LLP	Cleveland, OH	Sep 01, 2013	$69,800
Assistant Professor of Information Assurance	Dakota State University	Madison, SD	Mar 02, 2011	$69,544
IT Risk and Assurance Senior	Ernst & Young U.S. LLP	San Jose, CA	Aug 20, 2011	$69,181 - $120,000
IT Risk and Assurance Senior	Ernst & Young U.S. LLP	San Jose, CA	Aug 06, 2011	$69,181 - $120,000
IT Risk and Assurance-Senior	Ernst & Young U.S. LLP	San Jose, CA	Aug 01, 2011	$69,181 - $120,000
IT Risk & Assurance Senior	Ernst & Young U.S. LLP	San Jose, CA	Jul 11, 2011	$69,181 - $120,000
IT Risk and Assurance Staff	Ernst & Young U.S. LLP	San Francisco, CA	Oct 01, 2011	$59,950
FSO IT Risk & Assurance Staff	Ernst & Young U.S. LLP	McLean, VA	Jan 24, 2011	$59,426 - $92,700
IT Risk & Assurance Senior	Ernst & Young U.S. LLP	Chicago, IL	Aug 02, 2011	$59,197 - $125,000
IT Risk and Assurance Senior	Ernst & Young LLP	Chicago, IL	Feb 12, 2011	$59,167 - $132,500
IT Risk and Assurance Staff	Ernst & Young U.S. LLP	Oak Creek, WI	Feb 13, 2012	$58,800
IT Risk & Assurance Senior	Ernst & Young U.S. LLP	Detroit, MI	Apr 18, 2011	$57,803 - $119,600
IT Risk and Assurance Senior	Ernst & Young U.S. LLP	Detroit, MI	Aug 01, 2011	$57,803 - $119,600
IT Risk and Assurance Staff	Ernst & Young U.S. LLP	New York, NY	Oct 01, 2011	$57,782 - $92,700

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Top Skills for An Information Assurance

Top Information Assurance Skills

Procedures
Vulnerability Assessments
DOD

You can check out examples of real life uses of top skills on resumes here:

Prepared, distributed, and maintained plans, instructions, software licenses and Standard Operating Procedures concerning system security.
Manage and Perform Risk Management, Vulnerability Assessments and Business Impact Analysis.
Implemented and enforced Robins AFB, United States Air Force, and Department of Defense (DoD) computer security guidelines.
Planned, coordinated, and implemented defensive security measures for information systems and networks ensuring confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
Monitored and evaluated system compliance in accordance with DISA STIGS.