Cybersecurity Jobs in Arizona
Cybersecurity jobs in Arizona are concentrated in Phoenix, Scottsdale, and Tucson, where defense contractors, financial institutions, and state government agencies maintain large security operations. Employers with established Arizona footprints include Raytheon Technologies, Intel, and Banner Health, all of which staff sizable security teams across the state. The most in-demand specialties are cloud security, threat intelligence, and security operations center analysis, reflecting Arizona's growing technology corridor and its heavy defense industrial base. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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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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What Arizona Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in cybersecurity jobs across Arizona.
- CompTIA Security+ or equivalent industry certification required or strongly preferred
- Experience with SIEM platforms such as Splunk or Microsoft Sentinel
- Familiarity with NIST Cybersecurity Framework and federal compliance standards
- Active or eligible DoD security clearance for defense and government contractor roles
- Proficiency in network security, firewalls, and endpoint detection and response tools
- Bachelor's degree in cybersecurity, information technology, or a closely related field
Cybersecurity Jobs in Arizona: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a cybersecurity professional in Arizona?
Arizona does not require a state-issued license to work in cybersecurity, so the path runs through industry certifications and education. Most employers expect at least a CompTIA Security+ to start, with higher-level roles requiring CISSP, CISM, or CEH credentials. A bachelor's degree in cybersecurity or information technology is the standard educational baseline, though associate degrees paired with strong certifications can open entry-level doors, especially at Arizona community colleges feeding into local tech employers.
How much do cybersecurities make in Arizona?
Cybersecurities 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 professionals in Arizona?
Employers hiring cybersecuritys in Arizona right now include American Express, Distro, and Insight, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Arizona's defense corridor around Phoenix and Tucson means a significant share of openings come from federal contractors requiring clearance-eligible candidates.
Which Arizona cities have the most cybersecurity jobs?
Phoenix, Chandler, and Scottsdale account for the largest share of cybersecurity openings in Arizona. Phoenix dominates because of its concentration of financial services firms, health systems, and defense contractors, while Scottsdale houses regional technology headquarters, and Tucson benefits from its proximity to Davis-Monthan Air Force Base and Raytheon's major defense operations.
Are there remote cybersecurity jobs in Arizona?
Yes, and more than most fields. Cybersecurity is among the more remote-compatible disciplines because much of the work involves monitoring systems, analyzing threats, and managing tools that are accessible from anywhere with a secure connection. About 67% of cybersecurity openings tied to Arizona are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting strong demand for flexible arrangements. Roles in threat analysis, cloud security, and vulnerability assessment are the most frequently posted as fully remote.
How can I get hired as a cybersecurity professional in Arizona with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is securing a help desk or IT support role first, then moving into security operations. Arizona community colleges such as Maricopa Community Colleges and Pima Community College offer cybersecurity certificates that align with CompTIA exams and feed directly into local employer pipelines. Banner Health, Arizona State University, and Intel each run internship and entry-level programs that accept candidates with certifications but limited formal experience. Building a home lab, earning Security+, and targeting SOC analyst or junior analyst postings at Arizona managed security service providers gives candidates a competitive edge.
Where can I find and apply to cybersecurity jobs in Arizona?
You can find and apply to cybersecurity jobs in Arizona on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings tied to the state. Search the roles that match your experience level and specialization, then apply directly to the ones that fit. No profile creation is needed to view and apply to listings.
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