Information Security Officer Jobs in Massachusetts

Information Security Officer jobs in Massachusetts are in strong demand, concentrated in the financial services, healthcare, defense contracting, and higher education sectors, with openings at every level from junior security analyst to CISO. Boston, Cambridge, and Burlington are the primary hiring centers, anchored by employers such as Fidelity Investments, Raytheon Technologies, and Mass General Brigham. The most sought-after specialties in Massachusetts include cloud security, regulatory compliance, and risk management aligned to frameworks like NIST and HIPAA. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles22
Top employerState Street
Top cityBedford, MA
Cities hiring9
Work type60% Hybrid
Top credentialBachelor's degree

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Entegris
Vice President, Chief Information Security Officer
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Entegris
New 6h ago
Vice President, Chief Information Security Officer
Entegris
Bedford, Massachusetts
Business Strategy
Consulting & Professional Services
Strategy & Corporate Development
Bachelor's degree
5,001-10,000

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Raytheon
Senior Information System Security Officer (ISSO) - Tewksbury, MA
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Raytheon
New 23h ago
Senior Information System Security Officer (ISSO) - Tewksbury, MA
Raytheon
Tewksbury, Massachusetts
Business Operations
Compensation & Benefits
Human Resources (HR) — Generalist
$87k - $165k/yr
Experience equivalent to degree accepted
10,000+

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Applied Research Solutions
Information System Security Officer (ISSO)
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Applied Research Solutions
Added 2d ago
Information System Security Officer (ISSO)
Applied Research Solutions
Bedford, Massachusetts
Business Operations
Customer Service
Customer Success
$154k - $165k/yr
Master's degree
51-200

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Watermark Risk Management International
ISSO III - Information Systems Security Officer III
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Watermark Risk Management International
Added 3d ago
ISSO III - Information Systems Security Officer III
Watermark Risk Management International
Bedford, Massachusetts
Business Operations
Customer Service
Customer Success
Experience equivalent to degree accepted
51-200

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The Amatriot Group
Information System Security Officer (ISSO) III
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The Amatriot Group
Added 2w ago
Information System Security Officer (ISSO) III
The Amatriot Group
Hanscom AFB, Massachusetts
Customer Service
Customer Support
$132k - $141k/yr
Experience equivalent to degree accepted
51-200

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Information Security Officer Jobs by City in Massachusetts

Where Massachusetts roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Bedford
5 jobs
Boston
4 jobs
Hanscom AFB
4 jobs
Quincy
2 jobs
Cambridge
2 jobs
Lexington
2 jobs
Acton
1 job
Tewksbury
1 job
Pittsfield
1 job

Information Security Officer Job Market in Massachusetts

A snapshot from current Massachusetts openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

State Street
State Street3 open roles
MIT Lincoln Laboratory
MIT Lincoln Laboratory2 open roles
Global Resource Solutions
Global Resource Solutions2 open roles

What Massachusetts Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in information security officer jobs across Massachusetts.

  • Bachelor's degree in cybersecurity, information technology, or a closely related field
  • Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) or equivalent certification strongly preferred
  • Demonstrated experience designing and enforcing security policies for regulated industries such as finance or healthcare
  • Proficiency with NIST Cybersecurity Framework, ISO 27001, and Massachusetts data privacy regulations including 201 CMR 17.00
  • Experience conducting risk assessments, vulnerability management, and incident response in enterprise environments
  • Strong communication skills to present security risk posture to executive leadership and board-level stakeholders

Information Security Officer Jobs in Massachusetts: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a information security officer in Massachusetts?

Massachusetts does not require a state-issued license to work as an information security officer, but most employers expect at minimum a bachelor's degree in cybersecurity, computer science, or information systems paired with industry certifications such as CISSP or CISM. Candidates also need familiarity with Massachusetts data security law 201 CMR 17.00, which governs the protection of personal information. Building experience in regulated sectors like financial services or healthcare, where Boston's job market is dense, significantly strengthens a candidacy.

How much do information security officers make in Massachusetts?

Information security officers in Massachusetts earn a median of about $136,550 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $85,790 for the lowest 10% to over $226,190 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire information security officers in Massachusetts?

Employers hiring information security officers in Massachusetts right now include State Street, MIT Lincoln Laboratory, and Global Resource Solutions, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Massachusetts's concentration of financial institutions, academic medical centers, and defense contractors means hiring activity is particularly consistent in the Greater Boston and Route 128 corridor throughout the year.

Which Massachusetts cities have the most information security officer jobs?

Bedford, Boston, and Hanscom AFB have the most information security officer openings in Massachusetts. Boston drives the largest share of listings through its dense cluster of financial firms, hospitals, and universities, while Burlington and Waltham attract significant demand from the defense and technology companies anchored along the Route 128 technology belt.

Are there remote information security officer jobs in Massachusetts?

Yes, and more than many fields, because much of the work centers on policy, monitoring, and analysis that can be done from any location. About 60% of information security officer openings tied to Massachusetts are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting broader flexibility in security-focused roles. Functions like threat analysis, compliance reporting, and security architecture design are the most commonly offered on a remote or hybrid basis.

How can I get hired as a information security officer in Massachusetts with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is starting in a junior security analyst or IT support role at a Massachusetts employer and building toward the officer level over time. Large health systems like Mass General Brigham and financial institutions like State Street run structured rotational or associate programs in technology and risk that welcome early-career candidates. Earning a CompTIA Security+ certification, completing a cybersecurity bootcamp affiliated with a Massachusetts college, or contributing to open-source security projects gives candidates a concrete edge when competing for first roles.

Where can I find and apply to information security officer jobs in Massachusetts?

You can find and apply to information security officer jobs in Massachusetts on Migrate Mate, which lists current Massachusetts openings updated regularly. Find roles that fit your experience and specialization and apply directly from each listing without any additional steps.

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