Top 10 Cybersecurity Startups Hiring Now

Mihailo Bozic
Mihailo Bozic
Updated July 16, 2026 · 7 min read

The top cybersecurity startups hiring right now on Migrate Mate include Socure, Vanta, and Semgrep, spanning identity verification, compliance automation, developer security, data protection, and threat intelligence. Migrate Mate tracks 255 live open roles across 10 cybersecurity startups as of July 16, 2026, updated daily. Cybersecurity remains one of the fastest-growing corners of the tech job market, with startups in this space building tools that enterprises and governments depend on to defend against an expanding threat landscape.

The 10 Cybersecurity Startups hiring on Migrate Mate right now

Curated by our editorial team · 255 live roles from Migrate Mate, updated daily

  1. 01
    Socure

    Socure

    Identity VerificationFintechEngineering

    Socure has 98 open roles on Migrate Mate as of July 16, 2026, the most of any cybersecurity startup we track, concentrated in AI (Artificial Intelligence) (6) and account management (5). Socure builds digital identity verification and fraud prevention technology used by financial institutions and government agencies. It serves some of the largest regulated-industry clients in the country, giving employees exposure to high-stakes compliance and AI-driven identity problems.

    Roles by team

    • AI (Artificial Intelligence)6
    • Account Management5
    • Business Strategy4
    • Content Marketing3
    • Consulting & Professional Services3

    +27 roles across other teams

    Open roles98 open
    Post Sales Solution Consultant, Big Tech/AI
    New York, NY · Hybrid
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    Strategic Customer Success Manager, Public Sector
    Carson City, NV · Hybrid
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    Senior Product Manager, Core Fraud Services
    Carson City, NV · Hybrid
    Apply
    Sales Enablement and Training Manager
    Seattle, WA · Hybrid
    Apply
    Director of Financial Systems
    Miami, FL · On-site
    Apply
    See all 98 roles at Socure
  2. 02
    Vanta

    Vanta

    ComplianceSaaSSales

    Vanta has 25 open roles on Migrate Mate as of July 16, 2026, concentrated in software engineering (11) and customer success (4). Vanta automates security compliance, helping companies earn and maintain certifications like SOC 2 and ISO 27001. Its platform is used by thousands of businesses, and its growth has made it one of the more active hiring companies in the compliance automation space.

    Roles by team

    • Software Engineering11
    • Customer Success4
    • Creative & Design3
    • Sales2
    • Account Management1

    +4 roles across other teams

    Open roles25 open
    Director, Sales Development
    San Francisco, CA · Hybrid
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    Director, Sales Development
    New York, NY · Hybrid
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    Customer Success Manager
    United States · On-site
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    Director, Account Management
    United States · On-site
    Apply
    Senior Fullstack Software Engineer
    Remote · Remote
    Apply
    See all 25 roles at Vanta
  3. 03
    Semgrep

    Semgrep

    Static AnalysisAppSecEngineering

    Semgrep has 22 open roles on Migrate Mate as of July 16, 2026, concentrated in software engineering (7) and sales (3). Semgrep develops static analysis and code security tooling used by security and software engineering teams to catch vulnerabilities early in the development cycle. The company is known for its open source roots and a product that is deeply embedded in developer workflows.

    Roles by team

    • Software Engineering7
    • Sales3
    • Marketing2
    • Cybersecurity2
    • Product Management2

    +6 roles across other teams

    Open roles22 open
    Account Executive
    Boston, NY · Hybrid
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    Account Executive
    San Francisco, CA · Hybrid
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    Senior Engineering Manager
    Boston, NY · On-site
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    Senior Solutions Engineer
    United States · On-site
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    Head of Growth & Integrated Marketing
    San Francisco, CA · On-site
    Apply
    See all 22 roles at Semgrep
  4. 04
    Cyera

    Cyera

    Cloud SecurityData ProtectionEnterprise

    Cyera has 20 open roles on Migrate Mate as of July 16, 2026, concentrated in account management (4) and compliance & risk (3). Cyera provides cloud data security software that helps enterprises discover, classify, and protect sensitive data stored across cloud environments. It operates in a fast-growing category as organizations face growing regulatory pressure around data governance.

    Roles by team

    • Account Management4
    • Compliance & Risk3
    • Business Development2
    • Cloud & DevOps2
    • Business Analysis2

    +7 roles across other teams

    Open roles20 open
    Enterprise Account Executive - Seattle
    Seattle, WA · On-site
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    Procurement Attorney
    New York, NY · On-site
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    Account Executive - TOLA
    Remote · On-site
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    Brand Copywriter & Narrative Strategist
    Remote · On-site
    Apply
    Executive Assistant
    New York, NY · On-site
    Apply
    See all 20 roles at Cyera
  5. 05
    Recorded Future

    Recorded Future

    Threat IntelligenceGovernmentAnalytics

    Recorded Future has 18 open roles on Migrate Mate as of July 16, 2026, concentrated in account management (5) and cybersecurity (2). Recorded Future is a cybersecurity intelligence company that aggregates and analyzes threat data for enterprise and government clients. It has a well-established presence in the threat intelligence market with a client base that includes major government agencies.

    Roles by team

    • Account Management5
    • Cybersecurity2
    • Accounting1
    • Communications1
    • Business Development1

    +8 roles across other teams

    Open roles18 open
    Manager, Billing & Revenue Operations
    Providence, RI · Hybrid
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    Manager, Billing & Revenue Operations
    Concord, NH · Hybrid
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    Manager, Global Billing Operations
    Boston, MA · Hybrid
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    Senior Customer Success Systems Analyst (Gainsight)
    Boston, MA · Hybrid
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    Senior Platform Engineer
    Boston, MA · Hybrid
    Apply
    See all 18 roles at Recorded Future
  6. Editor’s note

    What to look for in a cybersecurity startup

    Not every cybersecurity startup offers the same kind of career. The most important question is whether the company sells to enterprises, government agencies, or developers, because that shapes the pace of the sales cycle, the complexity of the product, and the kind of problems you will spend your time on. Look past the funding round and ask about customer retention, the size of the existing customer base, and whether the security category the company operates in is growing or consolidating.

    Product vs. Services

    Pure software companies scale differently than service-heavy firms. Product roles at software startups often mean faster iteration, more ownership, and equity that reflects product growth rather than billable hours.

    Customer Sector

    Startups serving federal and defense clients follow longer sales cycles and often require security clearances. Commercial enterprise vendors move faster but face more competitive markets. Know which environment suits your work style.

    Stage and Equity

    Series A and B companies carry more risk but typically offer larger option grants. Series D and beyond companies usually offer more predictable compensation with equity closer to pre-IPO value. Match the stage to your financial situation.

  7. 06
    SNYK

    SNYK

    Developer SecurityEngineeringOpen Source

    SNYK has 17 open roles on Migrate Mate as of July 16, 2026, concentrated in business strategy (3) and business development (2). Snyk is a developer security platform that integrates into engineering workflows to surface and fix vulnerabilities in code and open source dependencies. It sits at the intersection of software development and security, making it an appealing environment for engineers who want to work on both.

    Roles by team

    • Business Strategy3
    • Business Development2
    • Consulting & Professional Services2
    • Data Analytics2
    • AI (Artificial Intelligence)2

    +4 roles across other teams

    Open roles17 open
    Senior Solutions Engineering Specialist
    Boston, MA · On-site
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    Technical Success Manager
    Boston, MA · On-site
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    Lead Regional Partner Manager (West)
    San Francisco, CA · On-site
    Apply
    Senior Director, Sales
    San Francisco, CA · On-site
    Apply
    Senior Implementation Consultant (Spanish Speaking, Central Time Zone)
    Texas · Remote
    Apply
    See all 17 roles at SNYK
  8. 07
    Corelight

    Corelight

    Network SecurityGovernmentEngineering

    Corelight has 16 open roles on Migrate Mate as of July 16, 2026, concentrated in sales (3) and software engineering (3). Corelight develops network detection and response technology used by enterprise and government security operations centers. Its tools are built on the open source Zeek framework, giving engineers a strong open source community alongside commercial product development.

    Roles by team

    • Sales3
    • Software Engineering3
    • Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)2
    • Technical Product & Program Management2
    • Cybersecurity2

    +4 roles across other teams

    Open roles16 open
    Senior Product Manager
    San Francisco, CA · On-site
    Apply
    Development Engineer in Test (SDET)
    San Francisco, CA · On-site
    Apply
    Senior Legal Counsel
    San Francisco, CA · On-site
    Apply
    Director, Technical Publications
    San Francisco, CA · On-site
    Apply
    Data Center Technician
    Ohio City, OH · On-site
    Apply
    See all 16 roles at Corelight
  9. 08
    Telos Corporation

    Telos Corporation

    FederalDefenseCloud Security

    Telos Corporation has 14 open roles on Migrate Mate as of July 16, 2026, concentrated in cybersecurity (2) and business development (2). Telos delivers cybersecurity, network engineering, and cloud security services primarily to government and defense clients. Its deep federal customer base means much of the work involves security clearance programs and information assurance at the national level.

    Roles by team

    • Cybersecurity2
    • Business Development2
    • Customer Support1
    • Compliance & Risk1
    • IT Support1

    +7 roles across other teams

    Open roles14 open
    Linux and Ansible Automation Engineer - JB
    Reston, VA · On-site
    Apply
    Cribl Engineer Expert - JB
    Reston, VA · On-site
    Apply
    Cloud Security Engineer - JB
    Reston, VA · On-site
    Apply
    Enterprise Cloud Security Architect - JB
    Reston, VA · On-site
    Apply
    IA Engineer Sr
    Poland, ME · On-site
    Apply
    See all 14 roles at Telos Corporation
  10. 09
    Axonius

    Axonius

    Asset ManagementEnterpriseSales

    Axonius has 13 open roles on Migrate Mate as of July 16, 2026, concentrated in account management (5) and compliance & risk (2). Axonius provides cybersecurity asset management software that gives enterprise IT and security teams a unified view of all devices, users, and software in their environments. The platform integrates with hundreds of existing security tools, making it a connective layer across large security stacks.

    Roles by team

    • Account Management5
    • Compliance & Risk2
    • Business Operations1
    • Brand Marketing1
    • Software Engineering1

    +3 roles across other teams

    Open roles13 open
    Area Sales Director, Southwest
    San Jose, CA · Remote
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    Enterprise Account Executive, Philadelphia
    Philadelphia, PA · Remote
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    Enterprise Account Executive, Pacific NorthWest
    Seattle, WA · Remote
    Apply
    Enterprise Account Executive, Georgia
    Atlanta, GA · Remote
    Apply
    Enterprise Account Executive, Arizona
    Phoenix, AZ · Remote
    Apply
    See all 13 roles at Axonius
  11. 10
    CENSYS

    CENSYS

    Attack SurfaceThreat HuntingResearch

    CENSYS has 12 open roles on Migrate Mate as of July 16, 2026, concentrated in sales (4) and corporate training (1). Censys provides internet intelligence and attack surface management tools used by security researchers and threat-hunting teams to map exposed assets on the internet. Its data is widely cited in the security research community, giving employees a platform with genuine technical credibility.

    Roles by team

    • Sales4
    • Corporate Training1
    • Compliance & Risk1
    • Project & Program Management1
    • Cloud & DevOps1

    +4 roles across other teams

    Open roles12 open
    Director of Product Management, Security Operations
    Remote · Remote
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    IT Analyst
    Ann Arbor, MI · On-site
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    Staff Backend Engineer, Exposure Management- Golang
    Ann Arbor, MI · Remote
    Apply
    Senior Backend Engineer, SOC & Threat Hunting
    Remote · Remote
    Apply
    Software Engineer- SOC & Threat Hunting
    Remote · Remote
    Apply
    See all 12 roles at CENSYS

How cybersecurity startups pay and equity work

Compensation at cybersecurity startups is structured differently from large tech employers. Base salaries at growth-stage companies tend to be competitive with the market, but a larger share of total compensation sits in stock options or restricted stock units. At earlier stages, companies often ask candidates to accept slightly below-market cash in exchange for a larger equity stake, on the assumption that the options become valuable at an exit. At later-stage companies that have raised significant capital, cash compensation typically closes the gap with larger employers while equity grants reflect a higher current valuation. Day-to-day, cybersecurity startup roles tend to carry broader scope than equivalent roles at large organizations. A security engineer at a 200-person company is often handling problems that would be split across three separate teams at a Fortune 500 firm. That breadth can accelerate a career quickly, but it also means there is less process, less tooling, and less institutional support to fall back on. The tradeoff suits candidates who prefer ownership and speed over structure and specialization.

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Cybersecurity Startups: Frequently Asked Questions

Which cybersecurity startups are hiring the most right now?

Socure is hiring the most, with 98 open roles on Migrate Mate as of July 16, 2026, followed by Vanta (25) and Semgrep (22). Migrate Mate tracks 255 live roles across 10 cybersecurity startups in total, updated daily, so the order shifts as companies open and close positions.

Do cybersecurity startups pay well compared to larger tech companies?

Generally, yes. Growth-stage cybersecurity startups are usually competitive with large tech employers on base salary, but a larger share of total compensation comes from equity. Cash compensation tends to be closest to market at later-stage companies, while earlier-stage startups trade a lower base for a larger option grant. The overall package can exceed what a large employer offers, but only if the company reaches a meaningful exit.

What kinds of roles do cybersecurity startups typically hire for?

Cybersecurity startups hire most heavily in software engineering, account management, and sales. Across the 10 cybersecurity startups Migrate Mate tracks, software engineering is the largest function at 22 of 255 open roles as of July 16, 2026, followed by account management (20) and sales (12).

Do cybersecurity startups hire remotely?

It depends on the company and the function. Of the roles Migrate Mate tracks across these 10 cybersecurity startups, 40% are remote or hybrid as of July 16, 2026. Remote availability varies by team and role, so each Migrate Mate listing shows its work location before you apply.