Cybersecurity Engineer Jobs in Arizona
Cybersecurity Engineer jobs in Arizona are in strong and steady demand, concentrated in defense contracting, financial services, healthcare systems, and state government, with openings at every level from entry-level security analyst to senior architect and principal engineer. Phoenix, Scottsdale, and Tucson account for the bulk of hiring, anchored by major employers such as Raytheon Technologies, Intel, and Banner Health. The most sought-after specialties in Arizona listings are cloud security, network defense, and security operations center work. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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INTRODUCTION
Health care is constantly changing, and at Banner Health, we are at the front of that change. We are leading health care to make the experience the best it can be. We want to change the lives of those in our care – and the people who choose to take on this challenge. If changing health care for the better sounds like something you want to be part of, we want to hear from you.
The ideal candidate will have familiarity and/or experience as a cybersecurity engineer that includes but is not limited to technology research, testing, & implementation, development of enterprise communications, patching, runbook documentation, scripting & automation, and metrics development. We have a solid engineering team, and a collaborative and efficient team culture. We’re looking for a candidate with a high technical ceiling who can be an immediate team fit. Candidates should be capable of quickly learning and making a difference with one or more of the following technologies: Endpoint Protection, Email Protection, Cloud Protection and Data Protection.
This is a 100% remote opportunity with Banner Health’s Data Protection Engineering team. Standard hours are 8am – 5pm (1 hour for lunch) Monday through Friday AZ time. In this role you would work Monday through Friday normal business hours 8am - 5pm AZ time zone and can be a remote position if you live in the following states only: AL, AK, AR, AZ, CA, CO, FL, GA, IA, ID, IN, KS, KY, LA, MD, MI, MN, MO, MS, NC, ND, NE, NH, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, SC, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WI, WV & WY. NO other states will be considered.
Your pay and benefits (Total Rewards) are important components of your Journey at Banner Health. Banner Health offers a variety of benefit plans to help you and your family. We provide health and financial security options, so you can focus on being the best at what you do and enjoying your life.
Within Banner Health Corporate, you will have the opportunity to apply your unique experience and expertise in support of a nationally-recognized healthcare leader. We offer stimulating and rewarding careers in a wide array of disciplines. Whether your background is in Human Resources, Finance, Information Technology, Legal, Managed Care Programs or Public Relations, you'll find many options for contributing to our award-winning patient care.
Position Summary
This position designs, develops, configures, implements, tunes, maintains solutions, resolve technical and business issues related to cybersecurity threat & vulnerability management, identity management, security operations center, forensics, and data protection. Cybersecurity Engineers work with Cybersecurity Architects to execute strategic cyber initiatives, evaluate security components of the network, applications and end-user devices, and provides guidance to ensure new systems meet regulatory and technical standards. Cybersecurity Engineers participate in root-cause analysis efforts to determine improvement opportunities when failures occur. Manage Cyber systems, ensures they are tuned, on the current release and manages appropriate change management across the IT organization and the business.
CORE FUNCTIONS
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Leads in the design and implementation of cybersecurity solutions.
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Leads in providing technical expertise and support for cybersecurity solutions, including operational aspects of the software, hardware, network/firewall.
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Leads in the design, implementation, and compliance of secure configurations for applications and infrastructure components.
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Leads in technical assessments of systems and applications to ensure compliance with policy, standards and regulations.
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Leads in the ongoing evaluation and development of security policies and procedures. Leads the revision of policies and procedures, as needed.
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Serves as technical lead of cybersecurity projects, including the development of project scope requirements, cybersecurity product implementation, tuning, operational support model creation.
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Under general direction, this position is responsible for cybersecurity across multiple departments system-wide and requires interaction at all levels of staff and management. Work closely on cross functional IT Teams.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Must possess strong knowledge of business, information security and/or computer science as normally obtained through the completion of a bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Information Systems, or related field.
Four to six years of experience of enterprise-scale information security engineering, preferably in healthcare. Must also possess one to three years’ experience in a healthcare environment or an equivalent combination of relevant education, technical, business and healthcare experience. Experience, IT operations, automation of cybersecurity processes, coding and scripting languages, ability to document cybersecurity processes as well as use case development. Experience with the assessing cyber products, including vendor selection, define requirements, contractual documentation development. Experienced in planning, designing and implementing cybersecurity solutions. Experienced in operating, maintaining and implementing, upgrading and lifecycle of cybersecurity solutions. Proficient understanding of regulatory and compliance mandates, including but not limited to HIPAA, HITECH, PCI, Sarbanes-Oxley. Advanced knowledge of Security Engineering Principles, including risk management, resilience, vulnerability management, Information Security, NIST, MITRE ATT@CK, etc. Expertise in Cyber products supporting Data Loss Prevention, EDR, AntiVirus, Perimeter services, Threat systems, cyber platform analytics, SIEM, CASB, CLOUD Security, ETC. Requires independent judgment, critical decision making, excellent analytical skills, with excellent verbal and written communications. Ability to think quickly under difficult or complex conditions and clearly communicate to appropriate staff; ability to balance project workloads with customer support and on-call demands. Must demonstrate knowledge of information technology and information security principles and practices. Requires communication and presentation skills to engage technical and non-technical audiences. Requires ability to communicate and interact across facilities and at various levels. Incumbent will have skills to mentor less experienced team members. As is typical in this industry, variable shifts and hours and responding to after-hours notifications may be required.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Certification in two or more of the following areas: Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP), HealthCare Information Security & Privacy Practitioner, (HCISPP), CompTIA Security+, Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) – Engineering (ISSEP), Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), SANS GIAC, or Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA). Three plus years as a System Administrator, Security Operations or in IT Operations. Or three plus years in risk management or GRC experience in the healthcare/medical environment. Must also possess three plus years’ experience in a healthcare environment or an equivalent combination of relevant education, technical, business and healthcare experience.
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The qualifications that appear most often in cybersecurity engineer jobs across Arizona.
- Bachelor's degree in cybersecurity, computer science, or a closely related technical field
- Industry certification such as CISSP, CompTIA Security+, or CEH actively held
- Hands-on experience with SIEM platforms, endpoint detection, and incident response
- Familiarity with NIST, CMMC, or FISMA frameworks required by Arizona defense and government contractors
- Proficiency in scripting or automation using Python, PowerShell, or Bash for security tooling
- Active U.S. security clearance or eligibility to obtain one, commonly required by Arizona defense employers
Cybersecurity Engineer Jobs in Arizona: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a cybersecurity engineer in Arizona?
Arizona does not issue a state-specific license for cybersecurity engineers, so the path runs through education and industry credentials. Most Arizona employers expect a bachelor's degree in cybersecurity, computer science, or information technology paired with certifications such as CompTIA Security+, CISSP, or Certified Ethical Hacker. Defense and government contractors in the Phoenix and Tucson corridors additionally require candidates to meet federal security clearance eligibility standards before or shortly after hire.
How much do cybersecurity engineers make in Arizona?
Cybersecurity engineers in Arizona earn a median of about $125,260 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $78,330 for the lowest 10% to over $176,390 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire cybersecurity engineers in Arizona?
Employers hiring cybersecurity engineers in Arizona right now include American Express, Verra Mobility, and MTSI, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Arizona's defense contractor concentration around Tucson and the east Valley, combined with the large financial services and healthcare footprint in greater Phoenix, means hiring activity tends to be consistent year-round rather than seasonal.
Which Arizona cities have the most cybersecurity engineer jobs?
The cities with the most cybersecurity engineer openings in Arizona are Phoenix, Mesa, and Tucson. Phoenix dominates by volume, driven by its dense cluster of financial institutions, healthcare networks, and corporate headquarters, while Tucson's openings are heavily shaped by Raytheon Technologies and Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, making defense clearance roles particularly common there.
Are there remote cybersecurity engineer jobs in Arizona?
Yes, and more than most fields, because much of the work centers on monitoring dashboards, cloud consoles, and ticketing systems that travel with a laptop. About 80% of cybersecurity engineer openings tied to Arizona are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, though roles tied to defense contracts or on-site infrastructure almost always require physical presence. Cloud security and threat intelligence positions are the most consistently remote-eligible sub-specialties.
How can I get hired as a cybersecurity engineer in Arizona with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a security operations center analyst role, which Arizona employers including Banner Health, large Phoenix-area managed security service providers, and state agency IT departments hire at the associate level with minimal experience. CompTIA Security+ is the credential that most consistently opens those doors, and several Arizona community colleges including Maricopa Community Colleges offer accelerated programs aligned to that exam. From an SOC analyst seat, moving into engineering work within one to two years is a well-worn path in the Arizona market.
Where can I find and apply to cybersecurity engineer jobs in Arizona?
You can find and apply to cybersecurity engineer jobs in Arizona on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the listings for roles that match your experience level and specialty area, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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