Mid Level Cybersecurity Lead Jobs
Mid level cybersecurity lead jobs go to professionals ready to own security initiatives end to end, guide junior analysts, and make risk-based decisions with limited day-to-day oversight. Openings run across on-site, hybrid, and remote settings in Consulting & Professional Services, Technology & Software, and Banking & Financial Services, with Booz Allen Hamilton, Everforth ECS, and MITRE among the organizations hiring at this level now.
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Position Purpose:
The Home Depot is seeking a Senior CIAM Engineer to support the THDCustomerIAM online identity platform, ensuring seamless, secure, and scalable customer authentication and authorization experiences. This role will be a critical member of the CIAM team, working with ForgeRock, Ping Identity, and other cutting-edge identity solutions to drive intelligent access, journey orchestration, and low-code/no-code development. Strong experience/proficiency in CIAM engineering, Authentication/Authorization frameworks, High-scale customer-facing identity platforms, AI/ML DevSecOps & Agile principles, and Identity Fraud Prevention.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with AI/ML-based DevSecOps, Data-Analysis, Fraud Detection & Identity Verification.
Knowledge of Cloud IAM (Azure AD, Google Identity).
Familiarity with zero-trust security models and passwordless authentication.
Key Responsibilities:
100% Deliver Execution, Plans & Align, Problem Solving - Design automation workflows and capabilities in support of data collection, investigation and incident response Develop threat hunting and data analysis strategy and capabilities Identify and propose new technologies, methodologies and/or approaches to detecting malicious activity Utilize indicators to scope and respond proactively to emerging threats Design, build, configure, maintain and monitor cybersecurity threat defense capabilities and user access management
Direct Manager/Direct Reports:
This Position typically reports to Manager or Sr. Manager
This Position has 0 Direct Reports
Travel Requirements:
No travel required.
Physical Requirements:
Most of the time is spent sitting in a comfortable position and there is frequent opportunity to move about. On rare occasions there may be a need to move or lift light articles.
Working Conditions:
Located in a comfortable indoor area. Any unpleasant conditions would be infrequent and not objectionable.
Minimum Qualifications:
Must be eighteen years of age or older.
Must be legally permitted to work in the United States.
Minimum Education:
The knowledge, skills and abilities typically acquired through the completion of a high school diploma and/or GED.
Minimum Years of Work Experience:
3+
Competencies:
Action Oriented
Collaborates
Communicates Effectively
Customer Focus
Drives Results
Position Purpose:
The Home Depot is seeking a Senior CIAM Engineer to support the THDCustomerIAM online identity platform, ensuring seamless, secure, and scalable customer authentication and authorization experiences. This role will be a critical member of the CIAM team, working with ForgeRock, Ping Identity, and other cutting-edge identity solutions to drive intelligent access, journey orchestration, and low-code/no-code development. Strong experience/proficiency in CIAM engineering, Authentication/Authorization frameworks, High-scale customer-facing identity platforms, AI/ML DevSecOps & Agile principles, and Identity Fraud Prevention.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with AI/ML-based DevSecOps, Data-Analysis, Fraud Detection & Identity Verification.
Knowledge of Cloud IAM (Azure AD, Google Identity).
Familiarity with zero-trust security models and passwordless authentication.
Key Responsibilities:
100% Deliver Execution, Plans & Align, Problem Solving - Design automation workflows and capabilities in support of data collection, investigation and incident response Develop threat hunting and data analysis strategy and capabilities Identify and propose new technologies, methodologies and/or approaches to detecting malicious activity Utilize indicators to scope and respond proactively to emerging threats Design, build, configure, maintain and monitor cybersecurity threat defense capabilities and user access management
Direct Manager/Direct Reports:
This Position typically reports to Manager or Sr. Manager
This Position has 0 Direct Reports
Travel Requirements:
No travel required.
Physical Requirements:
Most of the time is spent sitting in a comfortable position and there is frequent opportunity to move about. On rare occasions there may be a need to move or lift light articles.
Working Conditions:
Located in a comfortable indoor area. Any unpleasant conditions would be infrequent and not objectionable.
Minimum Qualifications:
Must be eighteen years of age or older.
Must be legally permitted to work in the United States.
Minimum Education:
The knowledge, skills and abilities typically acquired through the completion of a high school diploma and/or GED.
Minimum Years of Work Experience:
3+
Competencies:
Action Oriented
Collaborates
Communicates Effectively
Customer Focus
Drives Results
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Who's Hiring
- Booz Allen Hamilton23
- Everforth ECS8E
- MITRE7
- Astrion4
- Deloitte4
Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services44
- Technology & Software22
- Banking & Financial Services14
- Healthcare & Medical Services13
- Education11
Mid Level Cybersecurity Lead Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level cybersecurity lead job?
Position yourself around ownership, not just execution. Highlight projects where you led the response to a threat, designed a control framework, or drove a security initiative without heavy supervision. Emphasize certifications like Security+, CEH, or CISSP Associate, and make your resume concrete with outcomes: vulnerabilities closed, incidents contained, compliance gaps remediated. Tailoring applications to the specific environment, cloud, hybrid, or on-prem, also sharpens your fit significantly.
Which companies hire mid level cybersecurity leads?
Companies hiring mid level cybersecurity leads right now include Booz Allen Hamilton, Everforth ECS, and MITRE, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Hiring at this level comes from a wide range of organizations, from large enterprises building out security operations centers to mid-size firms that need professionals who can take meaningful ownership without requiring constant direction.
Are there remote mid level cybersecurity lead jobs?
Yes, remote and hybrid availability is strong at this experience level. About 22% of mid level cybersecurity lead openings are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, reflecting how many security functions can be performed effectively outside a physical office. Roles in threat monitoring, vulnerability management, and compliance analysis tend to offer the most location flexibility.
How do I move up to a mid level cybersecurity lead role?
The path from entry level to mid level is built through progressively larger ownership. Start by mastering one domain, such as incident response, network security, or identity management, then volunteer for cross-functional projects that let you influence decisions rather than just implement them. Documenting measurable impact, certifications earned, and situations where you guided others signals readiness for mid level responsibilities to hiring managers evaluating your progression.
Which industries hire the most mid level cybersecurity leads?
Mid Level cybersecurity lead roles concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services, Technology & Software, and Banking & Financial Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. These sectors tend to drive hiring at this level because they operate under strict regulatory and data-protection requirements, creating sustained demand for professionals who can lead security programs with a meaningful degree of independence.