Information Assurance Lead

AMERICAN SYSTEMS; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 160,000 - 205,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Paid leave

Retirement plans

Insurance programs

Education and training assistance

Job summary

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is seeking an Information Assurance Lead in Arlington to oversee IA activities across federal programs and manage a team of analysts. The role emphasizes compliance with NIST, RMF, and FISMA, while driving risk mitigation and security enhancements.

The candidate will provide strategic direction, coordinate audits, and mentor staff, ensuring robust security across cloud, on-premises, and hybrid environments. Willingness to travel domestically and internationally is required.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizen; active clearance as described.
• 7+ years in information assurance or cybersecurity with 3+ years in leadership.
• Active 8570/8140 IAT Level II certification.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of Information Assurance Analysts with mentorship and performance management.
• Develop and maintain information security policies, procedures and standards.
• Conduct risk assessments and vulnerability analyses to identify and mitigate risks.
• Oversee security controls configuration, management and monitoring across environments.
• Ensure compliance with FISMA, NIST and RMF.
• Coordinate security awareness training and report on incidents and corrective actions.

Skills

Team leadership

Risk assessment

Information security

Communication

Strategic thinking

Mentorship

Analytical skills

Tools

SIEM

Vulnerability scanning

Endpoint protection

Job description

Information Assurance Lead

Location: US-VA-Arlington

ID: 2026-4816

Category: IT / Cyber Security / Network Systems

Position Type: Full-Time

Remote: No

Clearance Required: Top Secret

Overview

Now Hiring at AMERICAN SYSTEMS

Epsilon, Inc. has joined AMERICAN SYSTEMS! As one organization, we offer expanded resources, streamlined operations, and increased opportunities for growth and development.

Join us to be part of a dynamic, collaborative environment dedicated to innovation and customer success.

Responsibilities

An Average Day: As the Information Assurance Analyst Lead you will be responsible for overseeing information assurance activities within a complex environment that includes domestic and international infrastructures and data centers. You will ensure compliance with federal regulations, security standards, and best practices while supporting a large enterprise effort on a federal contract. You will also guide a team of analysts, manage security controls, and provide strategic direction to enhance the security posture of the organization. Additionally, in this position you will:

• Lead a team of Information Assurance Analysts, providing guidance, mentorship, and performance management.
• Develop, implement, and maintain information security policies, procedures, and standards.
• Conduct risk assessments and vulnerability analysis to identify and mitigate security risks.
• Oversee the configuration, management, and monitoring of security controls across multiple environments.
• Ensure compliance with federal regulations and frameworks such as FISMA, NIST, and RMF.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate security requirements into project planning and execution.
• Manage security audits, assessments, and continuous monitoring activities to maintain compliance.
• Report on security incidents, conduct root cause analysis, and develop corrective actions.
• Coordinate security awareness training programs to educate staff on best practices and compliance requirements.
• Provide strategic recommendations for improving the organization's overall security posture.

Qualifications

• As a requirement of this position, all candidates must be a U.S. Citizen. In accordance with 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(2)(C).
• Must have an active Secret clearance with the ability to obtain a Top Secret with SCI eligibility or have an active Top Secret with SCI eligibility.
• Will be subject to a federal background investigation.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in information assurance or cybersecurity, including 3+ years in a lead or supervisory role.
• Must hold a current 8570/8140 IAT Level II Certification (CCNA Security, CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, Security+ CE, CND, SSCP).
• In-depth knowledge of federal information security standards, including NIST SP 800-53, FISMA, and RMF.
• Proficiency with security tools and technologies such as SIEM, vulnerability scanners, and endpoint protection platforms.
• Experience with security control implementation and continuous monitoring in cloud, on-premises, and hybrid environments.
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to perform risk analysis and develop effective mitigation strategies.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills, with experience in developing and leading high-performing teams.
• Effective communication skills, capable of interacting with senior leadership, stakeholders, and technical teams.
• Experience conducting security audits and responding to findings with corrective action plans.
• Must be able to travel regularly, both domestically and internationally, international travel will require a current US Passport.

Pay Transparency Statement

• Salary range for this position is USD $160,000.00/Yr. - USD $205,000/Yr.
• Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law.
• healthcare benefits
• paid leave
• retirement plans
• insurance programs
• education and training assistance

EEO Statement

EEO Race/Sex/Disability Status/Veteran Status