IT Security Engineer Jobs in Colorado
IT Security Engineer jobs in Colorado are in strong demand, concentrated in aerospace and defense contractors, federal civilian agencies, financial services, and the state's growing technology sector, with openings at every level from analyst-track associates to senior architects and team leads. Denver, Colorado Springs, and Boulder account for the largest share of hiring, with established employers like Lockheed Martin, CSAA Insurance, and Raytheon Technologies maintaining deep and recurring security engineering headcount in the region. The most sought-after specialties are cloud security, penetration testing, and identity and access management. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Top employerTerumo
Top cityDenver, CO
Cities hiring8
Work type60% On-site
Top credentialBachelor's degree in information technology
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IT GRC Security Analyst
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MYR Group Inc.
IT GRC Security Analyst
Thornton, Colorado
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IT Security Manager
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City and County of Broomfield
IT Security Manager
Colorado
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Information System Security Officer (ISSO) / Onsite IT & Cloud Support
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TechAxia
Information System Security Officer (ISSO) / Onsite IT & Cloud Support
Colorado Springs, Colorado
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IT Security Pre-Sales Engineer
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TECHNOLOGENT
IT Security Pre-Sales Engineer
Denver, Colorado
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Senior IT Security Analyst
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Advanced Energy Industries, Inc.
Senior IT Security Analyst
Denver, Colorado
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IT GRC Security Analyst
MYR Group Inc.·Thornton, Colorado
Job functions:
$85k - $105k/yr
Bachelor's degree in information technology
5,001-10,000 employees
Job Description
About the Role:
Company Overview
With roots dating to 1891 and 8,500+ employees, MYR Group Inc. (MYR Group) is a publicly traded holding company of specialty electrical construction companies. MYR Group subsidiaries work on large-scale electrical construction projects throughout the U.S. and Canada. We contribute to a clean energy future while fostering a safe, supportive, and inclusive work environment. Our culture is built on shared values and mutual respect, where teamwork and collaboration occur naturally.
Throughout our rich history, we have partnered with utilities, municipalities, commercial clients, and developers to deliver some of the largest and most complex projects, including new construction, upgrades, maintenance and repair for transmission, distribution and substation facilities, commercial and industrial electrical construction, emergency and storm restoration, clean energy, pre-construction services, and engineer-procure-construct (EPC) methods of project delivery.
Essential Functions
MYR Group, Inc. and our subsidiaries are proud to be Equal Opportunity Employers. We promote diversity of thought, culture, and background, which connects our family of brands. We are committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals and in which personnel processes are merit-based and applied without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, military service status, or other protected characteristics. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
MYR Group does not sponsor applicants for work visas. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer.
MYR Group, Inc. and our subsidiaries do not work with any third-party recruiters or agencies without a valid signed agreement and partnership with the Corporate Talent Acquisition Team.
LinkedIn Recruiter Assignment (your initials): #LI-JS1 LinkedIn Workplace: #LI-Onsite
The IT GRC Security Analyst serves as an individual contributor within the IT Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) team. The role combines cybersecurity, technology, and compliance disciplines to support the organization's security program through assessments, technical analysis, implementation support, documentation, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Company Overview
With roots dating to 1891 and 8,500+ employees, MYR Group Inc. (MYR Group) is a publicly traded holding company of specialty electrical construction companies. MYR Group subsidiaries work on large-scale electrical construction projects throughout the U.S. and Canada. We contribute to a clean energy future while fostering a safe, supportive, and inclusive work environment. Our culture is built on shared values and mutual respect, where teamwork and collaboration occur naturally.
Throughout our rich history, we have partnered with utilities, municipalities, commercial clients, and developers to deliver some of the largest and most complex projects, including new construction, upgrades, maintenance and repair for transmission, distribution and substation facilities, commercial and industrial electrical construction, emergency and storm restoration, clean energy, pre-construction services, and engineer-procure-construct (EPC) methods of project delivery.
Essential Functions
- Analyze existing and new technologies, cloud services and business solutions to understand associated security and compliance considerations
- Perform risk analysis on new and existing services requested for use within the Company oriented to various frameworks (NIST 800-171, CIS, Customer-specific or other)
- Evaluate and summarize the technical operation of systems and communicate any identified cyber risk
- Respond to requests for security compliance by business Customers
- Evaluate documentation for validity, applicability and credibility of supplied information
- Support implementation of security initiatives by communicating with and coordinating between technical teams and/or business stakeholders
- Stay current with emerging cybersecurity threats, technologies, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices
- Regular and predictable attendance
- Other duties as assigned
- Essential Functions of this position are to be performed at a Company-designated office or field location
- Understand and comply with the Company's Code of Business Conduct and Ethics Policy and other industry-specific professional and ethical standards
Qualifications
- Minimum 2 - 4 years of experience in information technology, cybersecurity, compliance, system administration, networking, cloud technologies, or related technical discipline
- Experience with Microsoft 365, Entra ID, Azure, Windows networking or cloud technologies
- Exposure to cybersecurity programs, audits, risk assessments, vulnerability management, or compliance initiatives
- Experience gathering and analyzing technical information and working with cross-functional technical teams is preferred
Preferred Education
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field; combination of relevant education and experience considered in lieu of degree
- Relevant certifications such as Security+, Network+, Azure Fundamentals, SC-900, ISC2 CC, CISSP, CISM, or similar are advantageous but not required
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
- Critical thinking and information analysis skills
- Broad understanding of information technology concepts including networking, operating systems, cloud platforms, identity and access management, endpoint management, databases, and applications
- Effective communication skills with both technical and non-technical audiences
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team environment
- Strong organizational and documentation skills
- Foundational understanding of any various cybersecurity frameworks such as NIST CSF, NIST 800-53, NIST 800-171, CIS Controls, ISO 27001, or similar are helpful but not required
- Curiosity and willingness to explore technical environments to understand how systems operate
Compensation & Benefits
-
Salary $85,000-$105,000 / year
- Commensurate with experience, paid weekly. Posted salary ranges are made in good faith. MYR Group reserves the right to adjust ranges depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate.
- Comprehensive benefits package - Medical, Basic Vision, Regenexx, Teledoc, Hearing, Mental Health (Low deductibles and out-of-pocket maximums) - Fifteen Dollar weekly premium for employee or employee plus family coverage.
- Dental – 100% employer-paid premium.
- ThrivePass Health & Wellness Reimbursement Program - Twelve hundred dollars annually for health and wellbeing-related purchases.
- Annual Paid Time Off starting at 15 days plus 10 paid Holidays (Cultural Celebration Day is a floating holiday).
- Generous 401(k) Plan with 100% match up to 6%; immediate vesting, and Annual profit-sharing potential.
- Superior educational assistance program (support for educational costs, internal training, and more!).
- Company-paid short and long-term disability, life, and accidental death & dismemberment.
- Company-paid business travel accident insurance.
- Employee Assistance Plan (EAP).
- Various voluntary plans available including supplemental vision, accident and critical illness, ID theft, group legal, group auto & home, and additional voluntary life insurance plans for employees and dependents.
Position may be subject to pre-employment screening, which may include background check and drug testing. Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process, contact our Employment Hotline at 1-855-635-1321.
MYR Group, Inc. and our subsidiaries are proud to be Equal Opportunity Employers. We promote diversity of thought, culture, and background, which connects our family of brands. We are committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals and in which personnel processes are merit-based and applied without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, military service status, or other protected characteristics. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
MYR Group does not sponsor applicants for work visas. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer.
MYR Group, Inc. and our subsidiaries do not work with any third-party recruiters or agencies without a valid signed agreement and partnership with the Corporate Talent Acquisition Team.
MYR Group Inc.
IT GRC Security Analyst
Thornton, Colorado
Added 4d ago5,001-10,000 employees
Job functions:
$85k - $105k/yr
Bachelor's degree in information technology
Job Description
About the Role:
Company Overview
With roots dating to 1891 and 8,500+ employees, MYR Group Inc. (MYR Group) is a publicly traded holding company of specialty electrical construction companies. MYR Group subsidiaries work on large-scale electrical construction projects throughout the U.S. and Canada. We contribute to a clean energy future while fostering a safe, supportive, and inclusive work environment. Our culture is built on shared values and mutual respect, where teamwork and collaboration occur naturally.
Throughout our rich history, we have partnered with utilities, municipalities, commercial clients, and developers to deliver some of the largest and most complex projects, including new construction, upgrades, maintenance and repair for transmission, distribution and substation facilities, commercial and industrial electrical construction, emergency and storm restoration, clean energy, pre-construction services, and engineer-procure-construct (EPC) methods of project delivery.
Essential Functions
MYR Group, Inc. and our subsidiaries are proud to be Equal Opportunity Employers. We promote diversity of thought, culture, and background, which connects our family of brands. We are committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals and in which personnel processes are merit-based and applied without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, military service status, or other protected characteristics. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
MYR Group does not sponsor applicants for work visas. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer.
MYR Group, Inc. and our subsidiaries do not work with any third-party recruiters or agencies without a valid signed agreement and partnership with the Corporate Talent Acquisition Team.
LinkedIn Recruiter Assignment (your initials): #LI-JS1 LinkedIn Workplace: #LI-Onsite
The IT GRC Security Analyst serves as an individual contributor within the IT Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) team. The role combines cybersecurity, technology, and compliance disciplines to support the organization's security program through assessments, technical analysis, implementation support, documentation, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Company Overview
With roots dating to 1891 and 8,500+ employees, MYR Group Inc. (MYR Group) is a publicly traded holding company of specialty electrical construction companies. MYR Group subsidiaries work on large-scale electrical construction projects throughout the U.S. and Canada. We contribute to a clean energy future while fostering a safe, supportive, and inclusive work environment. Our culture is built on shared values and mutual respect, where teamwork and collaboration occur naturally.
Throughout our rich history, we have partnered with utilities, municipalities, commercial clients, and developers to deliver some of the largest and most complex projects, including new construction, upgrades, maintenance and repair for transmission, distribution and substation facilities, commercial and industrial electrical construction, emergency and storm restoration, clean energy, pre-construction services, and engineer-procure-construct (EPC) methods of project delivery.
Essential Functions
- Analyze existing and new technologies, cloud services and business solutions to understand associated security and compliance considerations
- Perform risk analysis on new and existing services requested for use within the Company oriented to various frameworks (NIST 800-171, CIS, Customer-specific or other)
- Evaluate and summarize the technical operation of systems and communicate any identified cyber risk
- Respond to requests for security compliance by business Customers
- Evaluate documentation for validity, applicability and credibility of supplied information
- Support implementation of security initiatives by communicating with and coordinating between technical teams and/or business stakeholders
- Stay current with emerging cybersecurity threats, technologies, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices
- Regular and predictable attendance
- Other duties as assigned
- Essential Functions of this position are to be performed at a Company-designated office or field location
- Understand and comply with the Company's Code of Business Conduct and Ethics Policy and other industry-specific professional and ethical standards
Qualifications
- Minimum 2 - 4 years of experience in information technology, cybersecurity, compliance, system administration, networking, cloud technologies, or related technical discipline
- Experience with Microsoft 365, Entra ID, Azure, Windows networking or cloud technologies
- Exposure to cybersecurity programs, audits, risk assessments, vulnerability management, or compliance initiatives
- Experience gathering and analyzing technical information and working with cross-functional technical teams is preferred
Preferred Education
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field; combination of relevant education and experience considered in lieu of degree
- Relevant certifications such as Security+, Network+, Azure Fundamentals, SC-900, ISC2 CC, CISSP, CISM, or similar are advantageous but not required
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
- Critical thinking and information analysis skills
- Broad understanding of information technology concepts including networking, operating systems, cloud platforms, identity and access management, endpoint management, databases, and applications
- Effective communication skills with both technical and non-technical audiences
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team environment
- Strong organizational and documentation skills
- Foundational understanding of any various cybersecurity frameworks such as NIST CSF, NIST 800-53, NIST 800-171, CIS Controls, ISO 27001, or similar are helpful but not required
- Curiosity and willingness to explore technical environments to understand how systems operate
Compensation & Benefits
-
Salary $85,000-$105,000 / year
- Commensurate with experience, paid weekly. Posted salary ranges are made in good faith. MYR Group reserves the right to adjust ranges depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate.
- Comprehensive benefits package - Medical, Basic Vision, Regenexx, Teledoc, Hearing, Mental Health (Low deductibles and out-of-pocket maximums) - Fifteen Dollar weekly premium for employee or employee plus family coverage.
- Dental – 100% employer-paid premium.
- ThrivePass Health & Wellness Reimbursement Program - Twelve hundred dollars annually for health and wellbeing-related purchases.
- Annual Paid Time Off starting at 15 days plus 10 paid Holidays (Cultural Celebration Day is a floating holiday).
- Generous 401(k) Plan with 100% match up to 6%; immediate vesting, and Annual profit-sharing potential.
- Superior educational assistance program (support for educational costs, internal training, and more!).
- Company-paid short and long-term disability, life, and accidental death & dismemberment.
- Company-paid business travel accident insurance.
- Employee Assistance Plan (EAP).
- Various voluntary plans available including supplemental vision, accident and critical illness, ID theft, group legal, group auto & home, and additional voluntary life insurance plans for employees and dependents.
Position may be subject to pre-employment screening, which may include background check and drug testing. Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process, contact our Employment Hotline at 1-855-635-1321.
MYR Group, Inc. and our subsidiaries are proud to be Equal Opportunity Employers. We promote diversity of thought, culture, and background, which connects our family of brands. We are committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals and in which personnel processes are merit-based and applied without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, military service status, or other protected characteristics. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
MYR Group does not sponsor applicants for work visas. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer.
MYR Group, Inc. and our subsidiaries do not work with any third-party recruiters or agencies without a valid signed agreement and partnership with the Corporate Talent Acquisition Team.
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Who's Hiring
What Colorado Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in IT security engineer jobs across Colorado.
- Active security certification such as CISSP, CEH, or Security+ recognized by Colorado employers
- Three or more years of hands-on experience in network security, vulnerability management, or incident response
- Proficiency with SIEM platforms, endpoint detection tools, and firewall configuration and monitoring
- Experience in regulated environments including defense, government contracting, or financial services
- Ability to obtain or maintain a federal security clearance, often required for Colorado Springs and Denver roles
- Bachelor's degree in cybersecurity, computer science, information systems, or a related technical field
IT Security Engineer Jobs in Colorado: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a it security engineer in Colorado?
Colorado does not require a state-issued license to work as an it security engineer, so entry centers on education and vendor-neutral certifications. Most employers in Colorado expect a bachelor's degree in cybersecurity, computer science, or information systems paired with at least one certification such as CompTIA Security+, CISSP, or CEH. Defense and government contractors in Colorado Springs and the Denver metro frequently require candidates to be eligible for a federal security clearance, which becomes the practical credential that shapes hiring in those sectors.
How much do IT security engineers make in Colorado?
IT security engineers 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 it security engineers in Colorado?
Employers hiring it security engineers in Colorado right now include Terumo, EchoStar, and TechAxia, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Colorado's concentration of aerospace, defense, and federal agency work means security-cleared roles represent a consistent and large share of the state's total openings.
Which Colorado cities have the most it security engineer jobs?
Denver, Colorado, and Aurora hold the most it security engineer openings in Colorado. Denver leads because of its dense technology and financial services sector, Colorado Springs follows as the home of multiple military installations and their contractor ecosystems, and Boulder draws openings from its high concentration of software and cybersecurity firms headquartered along the Front Range.
Are there remote it security engineer jobs in Colorado?
Yes, and more than most technical roles. About 40% of it security engineer openings tied to Colorado are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how much of the work involves cloud platforms, SIEM dashboards, and code review rather than on-site hardware. Cloud security, threat intelligence analysis, and application security roles tend to be the most remote-accessible, while positions requiring cleared facility access or hands-on network infrastructure work remain on-site.
How can I get hired as a it security engineer in Colorado with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a help desk or IT support role at a Colorado employer followed by a targeted move into a junior security analyst position. Large Colorado employers in the defense and financial services space, including federal contractors in the Colorado Springs corridor, regularly hire associate-level analysts who hold CompTIA Security+ and are willing to pursue a clearance. Community College of Denver and Front Range Community College offer cybersecurity certificate programs that Colorado employers recognize as practical preparation, and completing a home lab project or a public capture-the-flag competition portfolio strengthens applications considerably.
Where can I find and apply to it security engineer jobs in Colorado?
You can find and apply to it security engineer jobs in Colorado on Migrate Mate, which lists current Colorado openings updated regularly. Search the listings for roles that match your experience level and specialization, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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