Cybersecurity Analyst Jobs in Colorado
Cybersecurity Analyst jobs in Colorado are concentrated in Denver, Colorado Springs, and Boulder, where defense contractors, federal agencies, and tech companies drive steady demand for analysts with strengths in cloud security, threat intelligence, and compliance frameworks. Established employers such as Lockheed Martin, Leidos, and CSAA Insurance Group maintain long-running cybersecurity teams in the state, drawing candidates from entry-level SOC analyst roles through senior engineer positions. Colorado's mix of military installations, aerospace primes, and a maturing startup corridor makes it one of the more active cybersecurity markets in the Mountain West. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.
At the heart of Defining Possible is our commitment to missions. In rapidly changing global security environments, Northrop Grumman brings informed insights and secure technological solutions to enable strategic objectives. We’re looking for innovators who can help us keep building on our wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies that fuel those missions. By joining in our shared mission, we will support yours by expanding your personal network and developing skills, whether you are new to the field or an industry thought leader. At Northrop Grumman, you will have the resources, support, and team to do some of the best work of your career.
The Northrop Grumman Classified CIDO Solutions team is seeking a Sr. Principal Classified Cybersecurity Analyst to support information systems lifecycle activities. The selected candidate will be required to work on-site, full-time at our Colorado Springs, CO location.
The responsibilities of this role include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Manage the cybersecurity program of all assigned information systems and execute all cybersecurity-related tasks.
- Conduct and lead regular reviews of system audits and continuous monitoring activities, covering all security controls and configurations, to enhance operational efficiencies of the information system security posture.
- Perform assessments of systems and networks within the networking environment or enclave and identify where those systems and networks deviate from acceptable configurations, enclave policy, or local policy.
- Perform analyses to validate established security requirements and to recommend additional security requirements and safeguards.
- Drive the implementation of the required government policy, make recommendations on process tailoring, participate in and document process activities.
- Establish and oversee strict program control processes that mitigate risk and support system Assessment and Authorization (A&A). This includes process support, analysis, coordination, security certification testing, security documentation, investigations, software research, hardware introduction and release, emerging technology research, inspections, and periodic audits.
- Lead the formal Security Test and Evaluation (ST&E) required by each government accrediting authority through pre-test preparations, participation in the tests, analysis of the results and preparation of required reports.
- Document the results of A&A activities, and inspection activities, along with any technical or corrective actions and work collectively with the security team to submit responses to the appropriate cognizant authority.
- Prepare, review, and submit A&A documentation (System Security Plan, Risk Acceptance Report, Security Controls Traceability Matrix, Plan of Action and Milestones, etc.) for review and approval.
Note: Due to the classified nature of the work being performed, this position does not offer any virtual or telecommute working options. Applicants are encouraged to apply only if they are willing to work on-site.
Basic Qualifications:
- Master's degree with 6 years of relevant technical experience; OR a Bachelor's degree with 8 years of relevant technical experience; OR an Associate's degree with 10 years of relevant technical experience; OR a High School Diploma/GED with 12 years of relevant technical experience is required
- Candidates must have experience with Linux (RHEL), eMass, SIEM tools, and Compliance Scanning
- Candidates must meet the U.S. Government 8140 requirements (8570 equivalent) for a Sr Principal Classified Cybersecurity Analyst – IAM Level III (examples: CISM, CISSP, CCISO)
- Candidates must have a current Secret level security clearance (at a minimum) in order to be considered Must have the ability to obtain a Top Secret clearance as a condition of continued employment
Preferred Qualifications:
- The ideal candidate will have a Master’s degree in Cyber Security, with 10 years of Certification and Accreditation of classified systems and Risk Management Framework
- Knowledge of ACAS, NESSUS, SPLUNK, SCAP, POA&Ms, NIST, RMF, system audits, vulnerability scanning, and RMF package development preferred
- Knowledge of security tools such as Elk, and Trellix
- Knowledge of security frameworks and documentation such as DAAG, SSPs, and SCTMs
- Active Top Secret is preferred
We offer flexible work arrangements, phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly team environment. At Northrop Grumman, we are on the cutting edge of innovation. Our diverse portfolio of programs means there are endless paths to cultivate your career. We also offer exceptional benefits/healthcare, a 9/80 work schedule, and a great 401k matching program. Come join us!
Primary Level Salary Range: $129,300.00 - $193,900.00 The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business. The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.
Description
At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.
At the heart of Defining Possible is our commitment to missions. In rapidly changing global security environments, Northrop Grumman brings informed insights and secure technological solutions to enable strategic objectives. We’re looking for innovators who can help us keep building on our wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies that fuel those missions. By joining in our shared mission, we will support yours by expanding your personal network and developing skills, whether you are new to the field or an industry thought leader. At Northrop Grumman, you will have the resources, support, and team to do some of the best work of your career.
The Northrop Grumman Classified CIDO Solutions team is seeking a Sr. Principal Classified Cybersecurity Analyst to support information systems lifecycle activities. The selected candidate will be required to work on-site, full-time at our Colorado Springs, CO location.
The responsibilities of this role include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Manage the cybersecurity program of all assigned information systems and execute all cybersecurity-related tasks.
- Conduct and lead regular reviews of system audits and continuous monitoring activities, covering all security controls and configurations, to enhance operational efficiencies of the information system security posture.
- Perform assessments of systems and networks within the networking environment or enclave and identify where those systems and networks deviate from acceptable configurations, enclave policy, or local policy.
- Perform analyses to validate established security requirements and to recommend additional security requirements and safeguards.
- Drive the implementation of the required government policy, make recommendations on process tailoring, participate in and document process activities.
- Establish and oversee strict program control processes that mitigate risk and support system Assessment and Authorization (A&A). This includes process support, analysis, coordination, security certification testing, security documentation, investigations, software research, hardware introduction and release, emerging technology research, inspections, and periodic audits.
- Lead the formal Security Test and Evaluation (ST&E) required by each government accrediting authority through pre-test preparations, participation in the tests, analysis of the results and preparation of required reports.
- Document the results of A&A activities, and inspection activities, along with any technical or corrective actions and work collectively with the security team to submit responses to the appropriate cognizant authority.
- Prepare, review, and submit A&A documentation (System Security Plan, Risk Acceptance Report, Security Controls Traceability Matrix, Plan of Action and Milestones, etc.) for review and approval.
Note: Due to the classified nature of the work being performed, this position does not offer any virtual or telecommute working options. Applicants are encouraged to apply only if they are willing to work on-site.
Basic Qualifications:
- Master's degree with 6 years of relevant technical experience; OR a Bachelor's degree with 8 years of relevant technical experience; OR an Associate's degree with 10 years of relevant technical experience; OR a High School Diploma/GED with 12 years of relevant technical experience is required
- Candidates must have experience with Linux (RHEL), eMass, SIEM tools, and Compliance Scanning
- Candidates must meet the U.S. Government 8140 requirements (8570 equivalent) for a Sr Principal Classified Cybersecurity Analyst – IAM Level III (examples: CISM, CISSP, CCISO)
- Candidates must have a current Secret level security clearance (at a minimum) in order to be considered Must have the ability to obtain a Top Secret clearance as a condition of continued employment
Preferred Qualifications:
- The ideal candidate will have a Master’s degree in Cyber Security, with 10 years of Certification and Accreditation of classified systems and Risk Management Framework
- Knowledge of ACAS, NESSUS, SPLUNK, SCAP, POA&Ms, NIST, RMF, system audits, vulnerability scanning, and RMF package development preferred
- Knowledge of security tools such as Elk, and Trellix
- Knowledge of security frameworks and documentation such as DAAG, SSPs, and SCTMs
- Active Top Secret is preferred
We offer flexible work arrangements, phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly team environment. At Northrop Grumman, we are on the cutting edge of innovation. Our diverse portfolio of programs means there are endless paths to cultivate your career. We also offer exceptional benefits/healthcare, a 9/80 work schedule, and a great 401k matching program. Come join us!
Primary Level Salary Range: $129,300.00 - $193,900.00 The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business. The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.
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The qualifications that appear most often in cybersecurity analyst jobs across Colorado.
- Bachelor's degree in cybersecurity, computer science, or a closely related technical field
- Industry certification such as CompTIA Security+, CISSP, CEH, or equivalent recognized credential
- Hands-on experience with SIEM platforms, intrusion detection systems, and endpoint security tools
- Demonstrated ability to conduct vulnerability assessments, penetration tests, or incident response
- Familiarity with compliance frameworks including NIST, CMMC, FedRAMP, or HIPAA as relevant
- Active or clearance-eligible status for defense and federal contractor roles common in Colorado
Cybersecurity Analyst Jobs in Colorado: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a cybersecurity analyst in Colorado?
Colorado does not require a state-issued license to work as a cybersecurity analyst, so the path runs through education and industry credentials. Most employers expect at least a bachelor's degree in cybersecurity, information technology, or computer science, and certifications such as CompTIA Security+, CISSP, or CEH carry significant weight in the hiring process. Many Colorado defense and federal contractor roles also expect candidates to hold or qualify for a federal security clearance.
How much do cybersecurity analysts make in Colorado?
Cybersecurity analysts in Colorado earn a median of about $135,220 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $87,560 for the lowest 10% to over $208,650 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire cybersecurity analysts in Colorado?
Companies currently hiring cybersecurity analysts in Colorado include Northrop Grumman, Invictus International Consulting, and Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA), per current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Colorado's combination of defense primes, federal agencies, and a growing technology sector means cybersecurity openings appear across a wide range of employer types and clearance levels.
Which Colorado cities have the most cybersecurity analyst jobs?
Colorado Springs, Aurora, and Boulder account for the largest share of cybersecurity analyst openings in Colorado. Denver anchors the market with its concentration of financial institutions, healthcare systems, and tech companies, while Colorado Springs benefits from the proximity of military installations including Fort Carson, Peterson Space Force Base, and NORAD, which drive consistent demand from defense contractors and federal agencies.
Are there remote cybersecurity analyst jobs in Colorado?
Yes, and more than most fields, because cybersecurity analysis is largely desk-based work involving monitoring, investigation, and reporting that translates well to distributed environments. About 13% of cybersecurity analyst openings tied to Colorado are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how widely this work has shifted off-site. Threat monitoring, compliance auditing, and cloud security roles tend to be the most consistently remote.
How can I get hired as a cybersecurity analyst in Colorado with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is through a SOC analyst or IT support role at a Colorado managed security services provider or a large enterprise security team. Defense contractors such as Leidos and Northrop Grumman, which have significant Colorado footprints, run cleared-hire and early-career programs that onboard candidates without deep experience if they hold CompTIA Security+ and a clearance eligibility. Community College of Denver and Front Range Community College offer cybersecurity certificates that help candidates qualify for junior analyst and help desk-to-security lateral moves.
Where can I find and apply to cybersecurity analyst jobs in Colorado?
You can find and apply to cybersecurity analyst jobs in Colorado on Migrate Mate, which lists current Colorado openings. Find roles that fit your experience and location and apply directly through the listings on this page.
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