Remote Cybersecurity Consultant Jobs

Remote cybersecurity consultant jobs are in active demand across the U.S., with remote-first firms, managed security service providers, and distributed enterprise teams all hiring for this role. Industries from financial services to healthcare to SaaS are bringing on consultants who can advise on risk, compliance, and security architecture without being on-site. Employers hiring remotely right now include AttainX,Inc, Affirm, and Aprio. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles410+
Top employerAttainX,Inc
Top industryTechnology
Top credentialBachelor's
Companies hiring100+

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Ascension
Cybersecurity Threat Intelligence Specialist
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Ascension
New 58m ago
Cybersecurity Threat Intelligence Specialist
Ascension
Remote
Remote (US)
Associate's
10,000+

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M&T Bank
Specialist - Technology and Cybersecurity Risk
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M&T Bank
New 1h ago
Specialist - Technology and Cybersecurity Risk
M&T Bank
Remote
Remote (US)
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Veracyte, Inc.
Manager, IT & Cybersecurity GRC
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Veracyte, Inc.
Added 2d ago
Manager, IT & Cybersecurity GRC
Veracyte, Inc.
San Diego, California
Compliance & Legal
Cybersecurity
Project & Program Management
Compliance & Risk
Security Engineering
$145k - $155k/yr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's
501-1,000

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The Home Depot
Senior Cybersecurity Engineer
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The Home Depot
Added 2d ago
Senior Cybersecurity Engineer
The Home Depot
Atlanta, Georgia
Cybersecurity
Software Engineering
Security Engineering
$120k - $180k/yr
Remote (US)
High School
10,000+

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DIRECTV
Director, Cybersecurity Governance, Risk and Compliance
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DIRECTV
Added 2d ago
Director, Cybersecurity Governance, Risk and Compliance
DIRECTV
El Segundo, California
Compliance & Legal
Health & Safety (EHS & OHS)
Cybersecurity
Compliance & Risk
Security & Protective Services
Security Engineering
$148k - $268k
Remote (US)
Bachelor's

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Remote Cybersecurity Consultant Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • AttainX,Inc
    AttainX,Inc30
  • Affirm
    Affirm28
  • Aprio
    Aprio22
  • Akumin
    Akumin13
  • Kastle Systems
    Kastle Systems11

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software106
  • Banking & Financial Services40
  • Healthcare & Medical Services32
  • Accounting & Auditing22
  • Electronics & Hardware17

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in remote cybersecurity consultant jobs.

  • Bachelor's degree in cybersecurity, computer science, or a related technical field
  • Active CISSP, CISM, or Security+ certification preferred or required
  • Hands-on experience with penetration testing, vulnerability assessments, or incident response
  • Proficiency with SIEM platforms such as Splunk, Microsoft Sentinel, or IBM QRadar
  • Familiarity with compliance frameworks including NIST, SOC 2, ISO 27001, or FedRAMP
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills for client-facing deliverables and presentations

Tips for Your Remote Cybersecurity Consultant Job Search

Apply early to remote roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists remote cybersecurity consultant openings from across the U.S. in one place, so you can find roles that match your skills and apply directly. Remote postings fill fast, so checking regularly and applying as soon as a role goes live gives you a real advantage.

Document async security work in writing

Remote employers hire consultants who communicate findings clearly without in-person walkthroughs. Build a sample deliverable, such as a written risk assessment or remediation report, that shows you can translate technical detail into clear, actionable recommendations for a distributed client team.

Target firms with distributed security teams

Remote-first companies, MSSPs, and cloud-native firms have built workflows around remote security consultants and are more likely to interview and onboard you without requiring relocation. Prioritizing these employers over companies that are new to remote work makes your search more efficient.

Sharpen credentials for cloud and compliance

Remote cybersecurity consultant roles heavily favor candidates with cloud security credentials such as AWS Security Specialty or Azure Security Engineer, plus compliance knowledge in SOC 2, ISO 27001, or HIPAA. These are the areas distributed clients most often hire consultants to address.

Prepare for remote-first interview formats

Expect written case studies, async video screens, and scenario-based assessments instead of in-person whiteboard sessions. Practice explaining a vulnerability assessment process or incident response plan clearly in writing and on camera, since remote employers use these formats to evaluate how you communicate with distributed clients.

Remote Cybersecurity Consultant Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get a remote cybersecurity consultant job?

Target companies that already operate distributed security teams, such as managed security service providers, cloud-native firms, and mid-market companies without in-house security staff. Remote employers screen heavily for self-direction, clear written communication, and the ability to translate technical risk into plain language for non-technical stakeholders. Certifications like CISSP, CISM, or Security+ sharpen your profile, and a portfolio of documented security assessments or remediation work gives you a concrete edge.

Which companies hire remote cybersecurity consultants?

Companies hiring remote cybersecurity consultants right now include AttainX,Inc, Affirm, and Aprio, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Remote-first firms, managed security service providers, and distributed enterprise teams across technology, financial services, and healthcare sectors are consistently the most active hirers for this role.

Can you get a remote cybersecurity consultant job with no experience?

Yes, but remote entry roles are harder because you are expected to work independently from day one without in-person mentorship. Smaller remote-first companies and MSSPs occasionally hire junior consultants if you can show hands-on lab work, a home lab, CTF competition results, or a personal project documenting a vulnerability assessment. A relevant certification and a written case study demonstrating your process will open more doors than a blank resume.

Do you need a degree for remote cybersecurity consultant jobs?

Not always. Remote employers weight certifications, demonstrable skills, and documented consulting outcomes heavily alongside formal education. CISSP, CEH, or cloud security credentials often carry as much hiring weight as a degree in this field. What matters most is showing that you can independently assess risk, communicate findings clearly in writing, and deliver recommendations without supervision, which is exactly what remote clients need.

Which industries hire the most remote cybersecurity consultants?

Most remote cybersecurity consultant openings sit in Technology & Software, Banking & Financial Services, and Healthcare & Medical Services, per current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. These sectors rely on distributed teams that need consultants who can assess risk and advise on compliance without requiring an on-site presence.

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