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# Information Assurance Specialist at Planet Technologies

- **Company:** Planet Technologies
- **Location:** DC Metro Area
- **Employment:** full-time
- **Work type:** hybrid
- **Posted:** 2026-09-04
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-09
- **Apply:** https://jobs.lever.co/planettechnologies/32c6092d-c8eb-4147-b27b-57f881a225d3

## Job description

Planet Technologies, the Nation’s leading Microsoft services provider to the public sector, is looking for a highly motivated individual to join our growing team as an Information Assurance Specialist. In this role, you will be supporting impactful projects that make a difference for our country.

The Information Assurance Specialist utilizes knowledge of Federal sector security processes, hardening of systems, and is essential to the team in managing projects in Azure DevOps, applying Scrum principles and practices to remove impediments and deliver value and foster a collaborative environment.

## Responsibilities

- Researches, organizes, writes, edits, trains, and produces technical data, guidelines, templates, and policy to support Security Engineering.
- Perform information security risk assessments across a variety of platforms and applications submitted through the Change Management process.
- Guide users in determining and integrating baseline security requirements, advise on viability of alternative approaches and conduct and evaluate feasibility studies.
- Propose remediation/mitigating controls and recommendations to stakeholders and management to minimize risk.
- Address security concerns or issues with proposed software and hardware projects to ensure “baked-in” security considerations in project proposals.
- Lead security team engagements to build and mature processes to produce written Standard Operating Procedures with a focus on improvement to Information Assurance processes, methodologies, and communication methods.
- Support iterative review of security assessment results and work with stakeholders across organizations to provide structure around risk management and internal controls.
- Experience with CIS Benchmarks and DISA STIGs to provide system hardening guidance.
- Maintain a Master Library of Security Benchmarks for relevant systems as a reference for essential baseline security requirements, compliance and continuous monitoring capabilities.
- Provide status updates and follow-up on active open Security Engineering tickets.
- Align with and support the execution of the Cybersecurity Information Assurance organization vision and strategy.
- Development of security guidance, policies, and procedures.

## Qualifications

- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience in related field and 3-5 years of relevant work experience with network engineering and/or system administration background (Unix/Linux/Windows)
- Previous experience with cloud providers like Azure and using Agile tools for day-to-day tasking preferably Azure Dev Ops.
- Experience with leading daily scrums, sprint planning and facilitating the scrum process (Scrum Certification preferred)
- Sound cyber security knowledge foundation, to include understanding of Computer and network technology fundamentals.
- Strong familiarity with NIST Security Controls (NIST 800-53) and ITIL Certification
- Experience with ServiceNow
- Experience with security tools in an enterprise environment to include installation, configuration, usage, and troubleshooting.
- Demonstrate security expertise with multiple Windows, and Unix-based operating systems.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to build strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
- Strong problem-solving capabilities and the ability to effectively communicate solutions.
- Strong analytical capabilities.
- Strong understanding of how computer systems and networks are secured and in compliance with government and industry regulations.
- Ability to independently collect, review, and evaluate IT product data to identify and characterize security threat sources of concern and provide recommendations to Government leadership.
- Ability to articulate ideas to both technical and non-technical audiences through excellent written and oral communication skills.
- The ability to establish effective relationships with internal partners and teams.
- Must possess a valid baseline security certification (e.g., CompTIA Security+, CISSP, CEH, or DoD equivalent)
- Ability to obtain Public Trust Clearance

Planet Technologies is the leading provider of Microsoft Consulting Services to public sector and commercial organizations. Planet has significant experience in deploying business intelligence, cloud services, unified communications, and systems management with an emphasis building, deploying, and managing custom solutions that transform the business operations of federal government agencies.

Planet Technologies does not discriminate in employment opportunities, terms and conditions of employment, or practices. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, gender, religious or political beliefs, national origin or heritage, disability, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, or any characteristic protected by law.  Select positions at Planet Technologies have Federal Agency Clearance Requirements and may require up to a 10-year background investigation and/or US Citizenship (clearable).

Salaries for Information Assurance Specialists at Planet Technologies range from $110,000 and $200,000. Several factors will impact final pay offered to a successful candidate including but not limited to the type and years of experience within the job, clearance level, the type of years and experience within the industry, education, training, etc.

Visit [www.go-planet.com](http://www.go-planet.com/) to learn more about us. Details about our benefits can be found here https://goplanet.sharepoint.com/:w:/s/Recruiting/IQA9DANF_w3aTbbSeqOS1mU-ARkb607aQWygcUOd97xDOlQ?e=wNQh67

## About Planet Technologies

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Planet Technologies is a leading provider of Microsoft professional services to the public sector, specializing in cloud, security, AI, and compliance solutions for government and commercial clients.
- **Entity Type**: Private (privately held)
- **Headquarters**: Gaithersburg, Maryland, United States
- **Founded**: 1997
- **Founders**: Not publicly available

## Core Business
- **Primary industries**: IT Services and IT Consulting; public sector technology services
- **Target customers**: B2G (government agencies – federal, state, local) and B2B (commercial organizations)
- **Mission**: “To inspire our clients and employees by being the best and brightest consultants on the Planet—empowering our customers to meet the rapidly evolving demands for information and knowledge through the use of cost effective and innovative solutions.” [go-planet.com](https://go-planet.com/careers/)

## Products & Services
- **Microsoft 365 & Copilot**: Consulting, deployment, adoption, and change management for Microsoft 365, Copilot, and Teams.
- **Azure Infrastructure & Security**: Cloud migration, Azure Virtual Desktop, VMware solutions, and security (cloud security, identity & access management, threat protection).
- **Power Platform & Dynamics 365**: Custom solutions, automation, and CRM implementations.
- **Managed Services (CMMC / Compliance)**: CMMC Level 2 advisory and readiness, ISO 9001 quality management, and regulatory compliance for defense and regulated environments.
- **Training**: Independent IT and developer training on Microsoft technologies.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation / Market Cap**: Not disclosed (private company)
- **Key Metric**: Annual revenue ~$11.6M (per LinkedIn) [linkedin.com](https://linkedin.com/company/planet-technologies)
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Microsoft (27 Partner of the Year awards, 15 Microsoft specializations, 5 Solutions Partner designations)
- **Growth Signals**:
  - 27 Microsoft Partner of the Year awards (including 7x State & Local Government Partner of the Year, 6x Federal Partner of the Year) [go-planet.com](https://go-planet.com/about-planet/company/)
  - CMMC Level 2 certified; ISO 9001:2015 certified
  - Great Place to Work® Certified; U.S. Department of Labor Hire Vets Gold Medallion (7 consecutive years)
  - Headcount: 188 employees (as of latest LinkedIn data, -13.4% YoY) – note the company website references “400” in a branding context, possibly including contractors or historical peak [linkedin.com](https://linkedin.com/company/planet-technologies) vs [go-planet.com](https://go-planet.com/careers/)

## Competitive Advantages
- Deep, award-winning expertise across the entire Microsoft stack, especially in public sector and regulated environments.
- Extensive compliance credentials (CMMC, ISO) that are critical for defense and government clients.
- Long-standing relationships with Microsoft and a track record of repeat recognitions (27 Partner of the Year awards).
- End-to-end capabilities: from cloud migration and security to AI adoption and change management.

## Strategic Focus
- Scaling AI and Copilot adoption for government and commercial clients.
- Strengthening security and compliance offerings (CMMC, zero trust).
- Continuing to lead in public sector digital transformation, cloud migration, and modern workplace solutions.
- Attracting and retaining top talent with a focus on mission-driven work and professional development.

## Why Work Here
- **Culture**: Great Place to Work certified; values of Trust, Creativity, Quality, and Continuous Improvement. Strong emphasis on personal and professional growth.
- **Remote / Hybrid**: Multiple remote positions available (e.g., Senior Office 365 Architect, Power Platform Consultant); some on-site roles in Washington, DC area.
- **Perks & Environment**: Veteran-friendly (Gold Hire Vets award), training opportunities, and the chance to work on high-impact government projects. The company warns candidates about phishing scams and emphasizes secure hiring practices (only @go-planet.com email, no payment requests).
- **Engineering Culture**: Focus on Microsoft technologies, continuous learning, and certification. Small but experienced team (188 employees) with a flat structure and direct client impact.

## Sources
1. [go-planet.com](https://go-planet.com/about-planet/company/) – Company overview, awards, specializations, certifications
2. [go-planet.com](https://go-planet.com/careers/) – Mission, values, employee count reference (400), hiring warnings
3. [go-planet.com](https://go-planet.com/about-planet/leadership-team/) – Leadership team (Scott Tucker, Andrew Kagan, Nick Pattakos)
4. [linkedin.com](https://linkedin.com/company/planet-technologies) – Employee count, revenue, industry, open positions, reviews
5. [jobs.lever.co](https://jobs.lever.co/planettechnologies) – Current job listings, remote/on-site details

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