Information Assurance Specialist

What You Will Do

As an Information Assurance Specialist, you will ensure program systems comply with RMF, ATO, and federal cybersecurity requirements while supporting mission delivery in a classified environment.

• Lead RMF and ATO processes through accreditation
• Ensure compliance with NIST, FISMA, and organizational policies
• Conduct security assessments, audits, and risk mitigation activities
• Integrate security controls throughout the system lifecycle
• Maintain security documentation and SOPs
• Brief leadership on cyber risk, compliance, and system posture

Cyber Engineering (CYS)

Up to 10%

Active Top Secret SCI with Polygraph

• An ACTIVE and MAINTAINED TS/SCI Federal or DoD security clearance with a COUNTERINTELLIGENCE (CI) polygraph
• Bachelor’s Degree
• ONE (1) or more years’ of professional experience

• Strong understanding of system security engineering
• Ability to communicate technical risk to non‑technical stakeholders
• IC or DoD cybersecurity experience
• Classified systems experience

The annual salary range for this position is $75,800.00-$. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
• Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
• Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Basic Life & Supplemental Life
• Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Student Loan Pay Down
• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
• Skills Development & Certifications
• Employee Referral Program
• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
• Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
• Mobility Stipend

Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer–Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.

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