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Cyber Security Associate jobs are open across financial services, healthcare, government contracting, and technology, from entry-level analyst roles to senior associate positions, with specializations in threat analysis, vulnerability assessment, and security operations. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Introduction
GRADE
LOCATION OF POSITION
Main Purpose of Job
POSITION DUTIES
- Sets the Department’s security direction by maintaining security policy and standards aligned with State and federal requirements (DoIT Office of Security Management, IRS Publication 1075, SSA, HIPAA, CMS, NIST).
- Completes the cybersecurity components of the annual program self- assessment.
- Secure CIO approval and State concurrence on exceptions.
- Create and actively managing a cybersecurity plan and roadmap that integrates State requirements and OTHS operational needs and includes the plan for operationalizing security policies.
- Bring cybersecurity projects and initiatives to completion, including the critical projects identified by the CIO, with status reported to the CIO on a set cadence.
- Holds clear responsibility for the Department’s technology- related audits, including the technology and information-related areas of agency and administration audits, audit readiness and security compliance, by maintaining control evidence, preparing required security reports and corrective action plans, running internal readiness reviews, leading the response to auditors, tracking compliance, and updating plans of action and milestones monthly until findings close.
- Establishes and leads a consultative security practice that partners with programs, technology teams, State contractors and vendors, and DoIT, enabling programs to operate securely rather than blocking them.
- Reviews new services for security alignment.
- Serves as the Department’s security liaison to DoIT’s Office of Security Management and the State CISO.
- Advises change and architecture governance without chairing or operating it.
- Owns vulnerability management and operational security monitoring across all Department applications, infrastructure and cloud environments, working in close collaboration with IT technical teams to operationalize remediation, by overseeing detection and vulnerability scanning tools, setting remediation priorities and deadlines, directing system owners and vendors to remediate findings, and tracking remediation to closure.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: A bachelor’s degree in cybersecurity, computer science, information technology, or a related field, or three additional years of qualifying experience in place of the degree.
Experience: Seven years of experience in cybersecurity, or in information technology with significant security responsibilities. Three years must have included direct supervision of professional cybersecurity staff. The experience must also include leading an enterprise security program, policy or compliance function, and must demonstrate working knowledge of multiple security disciplines, such as governance, risk and compliance; security operations; vulnerability management; and incident response.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- A current CISSP, or an equivalent security leadership certification from another recognized certifying authority, such as CISM (ISACA), CCISO (EC-Council) or GSLC (GIAC).
- Experience safeguarding federal tax information under IRS Publication 1075.
- Experience in State government or human services.
- Working knowledge of NIST CSF 2.0 and SP 800-53.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
SELECTION PROCESS
Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not consider information submitted after this date. Successful candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified, Better Qualified, or Qualified and placed on the eligible (employment) list for at least one year.
If you are in State service and are a promotional candidate, your salary will be determined in accordance with State of Maryland guidelines.
EXAMINATION PROCESS
BENEFITS
As an employee of the State of Maryland, you will have access to outstanding benefits, including: health insurance, dental, and vision plans offered at a low cost. CLICK ON THIS LINK FOR MORE DETAILS: STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS.
- Personal Leave - new State employees are awarded six (6) personnel days annually (prorated based on start date).
- Annual Leave - ten (10) days of accumulated annual leave per year.
- Sick Leave - fifteen (15) days of accumulated sick leave per year.
- Holidays - State employees also celebrate at least thirteen (13) holidays per year.
- Pension - State employees earn credit towards a retirement pension.
- Positions may be eligible for telework.
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
The online application process is STRONGLY preferred. If you are unable to apply online, you may mail a paper application and supplemental questionnaire to, Maryland Department of Human Services, Employment Services, Attention: Kendra Young, 25 South Charles St, Room 1116-L, Baltimore, Maryland 21201.
Introduction
GRADE
LOCATION OF POSITION
Main Purpose of Job
POSITION DUTIES
- Sets the Department’s security direction by maintaining security policy and standards aligned with State and federal requirements (DoIT Office of Security Management, IRS Publication 1075, SSA, HIPAA, CMS, NIST).
- Completes the cybersecurity components of the annual program self- assessment.
- Secure CIO approval and State concurrence on exceptions.
- Create and actively managing a cybersecurity plan and roadmap that integrates State requirements and OTHS operational needs and includes the plan for operationalizing security policies.
- Bring cybersecurity projects and initiatives to completion, including the critical projects identified by the CIO, with status reported to the CIO on a set cadence.
- Holds clear responsibility for the Department’s technology- related audits, including the technology and information-related areas of agency and administration audits, audit readiness and security compliance, by maintaining control evidence, preparing required security reports and corrective action plans, running internal readiness reviews, leading the response to auditors, tracking compliance, and updating plans of action and milestones monthly until findings close.
- Establishes and leads a consultative security practice that partners with programs, technology teams, State contractors and vendors, and DoIT, enabling programs to operate securely rather than blocking them.
- Reviews new services for security alignment.
- Serves as the Department’s security liaison to DoIT’s Office of Security Management and the State CISO.
- Advises change and architecture governance without chairing or operating it.
- Owns vulnerability management and operational security monitoring across all Department applications, infrastructure and cloud environments, working in close collaboration with IT technical teams to operationalize remediation, by overseeing detection and vulnerability scanning tools, setting remediation priorities and deadlines, directing system owners and vendors to remediate findings, and tracking remediation to closure.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: A bachelor’s degree in cybersecurity, computer science, information technology, or a related field, or three additional years of qualifying experience in place of the degree.
Experience: Seven years of experience in cybersecurity, or in information technology with significant security responsibilities. Three years must have included direct supervision of professional cybersecurity staff. The experience must also include leading an enterprise security program, policy or compliance function, and must demonstrate working knowledge of multiple security disciplines, such as governance, risk and compliance; security operations; vulnerability management; and incident response.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- A current CISSP, or an equivalent security leadership certification from another recognized certifying authority, such as CISM (ISACA), CCISO (EC-Council) or GSLC (GIAC).
- Experience safeguarding federal tax information under IRS Publication 1075.
- Experience in State government or human services.
- Working knowledge of NIST CSF 2.0 and SP 800-53.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
SELECTION PROCESS
Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not consider information submitted after this date. Successful candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified, Better Qualified, or Qualified and placed on the eligible (employment) list for at least one year.
If you are in State service and are a promotional candidate, your salary will be determined in accordance with State of Maryland guidelines.
EXAMINATION PROCESS
BENEFITS
As an employee of the State of Maryland, you will have access to outstanding benefits, including: health insurance, dental, and vision plans offered at a low cost. CLICK ON THIS LINK FOR MORE DETAILS: STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS.
- Personal Leave - new State employees are awarded six (6) personnel days annually (prorated based on start date).
- Annual Leave - ten (10) days of accumulated annual leave per year.
- Sick Leave - fifteen (15) days of accumulated sick leave per year.
- Holidays - State employees also celebrate at least thirteen (13) holidays per year.
- Pension - State employees earn credit towards a retirement pension.
- Positions may be eligible for telework.
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
The online application process is STRONGLY preferred. If you are unable to apply online, you may mail a paper application and supplemental questionnaire to, Maryland Department of Human Services, Employment Services, Attention: Kendra Young, 25 South Charles St, Room 1116-L, Baltimore, Maryland 21201.
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Who's Hiring
- Lockheed Martin56
- Deloitte33
- MANTECH14
- Leidos13
- Booz Allen Hamilton13
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software11
- Healthcare & Medical Services7
- Consulting & Professional Services6
- Investment & Asset Management5
- Banking & Financial Services4
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in cyber security associate jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in cybersecurity, computer science, or a closely related field
- CompTIA Security+ certification or equivalent vendor-neutral credential
- Hands-on experience with SIEM platforms such as Splunk or Microsoft Sentinel
- Familiarity with NIST Cybersecurity Framework and common compliance standards
- Proficiency in network monitoring, vulnerability scanning, and log analysis
- Ability to obtain or maintain a government security clearance if required
Tips for Your Cyber Security Associate Job Search
Tailor your resume to each posting
Cyber security job descriptions vary significantly by sector. A posting at a defense contractor emphasizes compliance frameworks like NIST and CMMC, while a fintech role prioritizes cloud security tools. Mirror the exact terminology from each posting so your resume clears automated screening.
List certifications in your header
Certifications like Security+, CEH, or CySA+ carry real weight for associate-level roles. Put them in your contact header, not buried in a separate section, so hiring managers and applicant tracking systems catch them immediately on the first scan.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists cyber security associate openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target companies with active SOC teams
Security operations centers post associate roles more consistently than companies without dedicated teams. Look for postings that mention shift coverage, alert triage, or SIEM tools, which signal an active SOC where you'll get structured mentorship and hands-on volume.
Prepare a scenario answer for incident response
Almost every cyber security associate interview includes at least one scenario question about how you'd handle a detected intrusion or phishing alert. Walk through your process step by step, naming the specific tools and escalation path you'd use rather than speaking in general terms.
Negotiate your clearance support upfront
If a role requires or prefers a security clearance you don't yet hold, ask during the offer stage whether the employer sponsors the clearance process and covers associated costs. Many do, but only if you ask before signing, not after.
Cyber Security Associate Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most cyber security associates?
The most active employers for cyber security associates right now are Lockheed Martin, Deloitte, and MANTECH, and the most openings are in Virginia, Texas, and Maryland, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Defense contractors, large financial institutions, and managed security service providers tend to post associate roles most consistently throughout the year.
How many cyber security associate jobs are remote?
About 62% of cyber security associate openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though the share varies by specialization. Threat intelligence, cloud security, and certain GRC analyst functions are more likely to be remote, while roles tied to on-premises infrastructure, physical access controls, or classified government systems almost always require on-site presence.
How do you become a cyber security associate?
Start by earning a degree or completing a recognized cybersecurity program, then pursue a foundational certification like CompTIA Security+ to validate your baseline knowledge. Build hands-on skills through home labs, capture-the-flag competitions, or internships. Apply to entry-level SOC analyst or security operations roles, which are the most common entry points into an associate-level career path.
Can you get a cyber security associate job with little experience?
Yes, many employers hire cyber security associates with limited professional experience if you can demonstrate practical skills. A home lab showing firewall configuration, log analysis, or vulnerability scanning counts. Certifications like Security+ or CySA+ substitute for years of experience in a lot of screening processes. Government contractors and managed security providers are especially consistent about hiring trained candidates from entry level.
What does the cyber security associate interview process look like?
Most processes run three to four stages: an initial recruiter screen, a technical phone interview covering networking fundamentals and common attack vectors, a scenario or case-based round where you walk through an incident response workflow, and a final hiring manager conversation focused on team fit and long-term goals. Some employers add a timed technical assessment or ask you to interpret sample log data.
Where can I find and apply to cyber security associate jobs?
You can find and apply to cyber security associate jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the roles available, find the ones that match your skills and experience level, and apply directly to each listing from the page.
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