Information Assurance Specialist

SiloSmashers; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A cybersecurity firm in Arlington, VA, is seeking an Information Assurance Specialist to ensure compliance with cybersecurity, risk management, and federal information security requirements. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity or a related field, along with 5+ years of relevant experience and Security+ or CISSP certification. This hybrid role involves conducting security assessments, preparing documentation, and advising teams on best practices.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in information assurance, cybersecurity compliance, or related role.
• Strong knowledge of FISMA, RMF, and NIST SP 800-53 frameworks.
• Security+ or CISSP certification required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct security control assessments based on the Risk Management Framework (RMF).
• Prepare and maintain accreditation and certification documentation.
• Advise development and operations teams on information assurance best practices.
• Support audits and compliance reporting for DHS and federal mandates.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to implement corrective actions and maintain security posture.

Skills

Information assurance

Cybersecurity compliance

Risk management

Audit readiness

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or related field

Tools

NIST SP 800-53

FISMA

Risk Management Framework (RMF)

Job description

Information Assurance Specialist (Hybrid)

Location: Arlington, VA (Hybrid)
Clearance: Must be a U.S. citizen and able to obtain and maintain DHS suitability clearance, as required by federal contract.

Summary:
The Information Assurance Specialist will ensure DHS CISA systems comply with cybersecurity, risk management, and federal information security requirements. This role supports system authorization, audit readiness, and continuous monitoring activities.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct security control assessments based on the Risk Management Framework (RMF).

• Prepare and maintain accreditation and certification documentation.

• Advise development and operations teams on information assurance best practices.

• Support audits and compliance reporting for DHS and federal mandates.

• Collaborate with stakeholders to implement corrective actions and maintain security posture.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or related field.

• 5+ years of experience in information assurance, cybersecurity compliance, or related role.

• Strong knowledge of FISMA, RMF, and NIST SP 800-53 frameworks.

• Security+ or CISSP certification required.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.