Information Assurance Specialist - TS/SCI required

Parsons; Aberdeen (MD); On-site; USD 88,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

Parsons is seeking an Information Assurance Specialist to join our Federal Solutions team at Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD. You will evaluate IT system accreditation, manage risk, and ensure compliance across mission-critical programs valued at hundreds of millions.

The ideal candidate has a master's degree or CNSSI/NDU training, 5+ years in IA compliance, and an active TS/SCI clearance. Excellent analytical and communication skills are essential to support Army modernization efforts.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or CNSSI/NDU certs or military training.
• 5+ years in Information Assurance Compliance (Specialty Area 61).
• Active TS/SCI clearance required.
• CISSP, CISM, GSLC, or CASP certification preferred.
• 40 continuing education hours per year in Cybersecurity Workforce.
• Completion of NAVEDTRA 43469 watch station (as applicable) within directed timelines.
• OS credential may be required per Privileged Access Agreement.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to obtain and maintain privileged access as required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee, evaluate, and support documentation, validation, and accreditation processes for IT systems.
• Ensure new and existing systems meet information assurance and security requirements.
• Conduct risk assessments and ensure compliance with internal and external standards.
• Monitor and validate assurance activities, supporting ongoing system security and integrity.
• Maintain and update documentation to reflect current IA practices and compliance status.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to address risk treatment and compliance issues.
• Maintain required certifications and continuing education hours as a member of the Cybersecurity Workforce.
• Complete OJT evaluations and maintain privileged access credentials as directed.

Skills

Info Assurance Compliance

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Privileged access

Education

Master's degree / CNSSI-NDU certificates

Military training / NAVEDTRA certs

Job description

Job Description:

As an Information Assurance Specialist at Parsons, you will join a fast-paced team supporting mission-critical requirements for the Department of War and United States Army. Become part of a diverse group of 500 professionals delivering expertise in information assurance, cybersecurity, and compliance across Aberdeen Proving Ground and Edgewood, Maryland, for a portfolio of efforts spanning 5 years and a total value exceeding $600 million. The ideal candidate is highly skilled in evaluating and supporting IT system accreditation, risk management, and compliance, ensuring robust security practices that advance Army modernization and support to the warfighter.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee, evaluate, and support documentation, validation, and accreditation processes for IT systems.


• Ensure new and existing systems meet information assurance and security requirements.


• Conduct risk assessments and ensure compliance with internal and external standards.


• Monitor andvalidateassurance activities, supporting ongoing system security and integrity.


• Maintain and update documentation to reflect current IA practices and compliance status.


• Collaborate with stakeholders to address risk treatment and compliance issues.


• Maintain required certifications and continuing education hours as a member of the Cybersecurity Workforce.


• Complete OJT evaluations andmaintainprivileged access credentials as directed.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must have a Master's degree from an accredited university, or completion of relevant CNSSI/NDU certificates or military training courses


• Must have a minimum of 5+ years of specialized experience in Information Assurance Compliance (Specialty Area 61).


• An active TS/SCI is required

Preferred Qualifications

• CISSP, CISM, GSLC, or CASP certificationrequired.


• Minimum of 40 continuing education hours per year as a member of the Cybersecurity Workforce.


• Completion of OJT evaluation (NAVEDTRA 43469 watch station 303/3043 as applicable) within directed timelines.


• Operating system credential may berequiredper Privileged Access Agreement.


• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.


• Ability to obtain andmaintainprivileged access asrequired.

Security Clearance Requirement

An active Top Secret SCI security clearance is required for this position.

This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.

The Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what’s next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.

Salary Range: $88,400.00 - $154,700.00

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.

About Us

Parsons is a digitally enabled solutions provider focused on the defense, security, and infrastructure markets. With nearly 75 years of experience, Parsons is uniquely qualified to deliver cyber/converged security, technology-based intellectual property, and other innovative services to federal, regional, and local government agencies, as well as to private industrial customers worldwide.

Parsons is an equal opportunity, drug-free employer committed to diversity in the workplace. Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran/LGBTQ+.

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