Remote Cybersecurity Specialist Jobs
Remote Cybersecurity Specialist jobs are in active demand across the U.S., with remote-first firms, managed security service providers, and distributed enterprise teams all hiring. Employers actively filling remote cybersecurity specialist roles include Southern California Edison, Abbott, and Legence. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 122,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.
THE OPPORTUNITY
This Sr. Cybersecurity Specialist (Threat Modeling) position can work remotely within the U.S.
Sr. Cybersecurity Specialist is responsible for ongoing analysis of security threats and vulnerabilities. Individuals in this role collect data from multiple sources and recommend cybersecurity risk mitigation approaches as well as provide detailed analysis of emerging cybersecurity threats. Individuals in this role provide assistance to cybersecurity personnel to aid in identifying and blocking threats through development of security controls.
What You’ll Work On
- Conduct threat modeling to identify security risks
- Manage cybersecurity risks through risk assessment
- Define security requirements for product solutions
- Design secure architectures at the system and implementation levels
- Identify options for mitigating security-related risks and assist in evaluating these options
- Support security activities in communications with regulatory bodies
- Develop advanced technical ideas and guide their development into final products
- Maintain a high level of technical knowledge on security
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field
- 5 years of experience in product cybersecurity or related field
- Strong understanding of security concepts and best practices
- Experience with Threat Modeling, Security Risk Assessments, Penetration Testing, MDS2, and SBOM Publishing
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment
PREFERRED:
- Relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, CSSLP, CEH)
The base pay for this position is $99,300.00 – $198,700.00. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.
Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 122,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.
THE OPPORTUNITY
This Sr. Cybersecurity Specialist (Threat Modeling) position can work remotely within the U.S.
Sr. Cybersecurity Specialist is responsible for ongoing analysis of security threats and vulnerabilities. Individuals in this role collect data from multiple sources and recommend cybersecurity risk mitigation approaches as well as provide detailed analysis of emerging cybersecurity threats. Individuals in this role provide assistance to cybersecurity personnel to aid in identifying and blocking threats through development of security controls.
What You’ll Work On
- Conduct threat modeling to identify security risks
- Manage cybersecurity risks through risk assessment
- Define security requirements for product solutions
- Design secure architectures at the system and implementation levels
- Identify options for mitigating security-related risks and assist in evaluating these options
- Support security activities in communications with regulatory bodies
- Develop advanced technical ideas and guide their development into final products
- Maintain a high level of technical knowledge on security
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field
- 5 years of experience in product cybersecurity or related field
- Strong understanding of security concepts and best practices
- Experience with Threat Modeling, Security Risk Assessments, Penetration Testing, MDS2, and SBOM Publishing
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment
PREFERRED:
- Relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, CSSLP, CEH)
The base pay for this position is $99,300.00 – $198,700.00. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote cybersecurity specialist jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in cybersecurity, computer science, or a related field
- Active CompTIA Security+, CISSP, or equivalent certification
- Hands-on experience with SIEM platforms such as Splunk or Microsoft Sentinel
- Proficiency in network security, firewalls, intrusion detection, and endpoint protection
- Familiarity with NIST Cybersecurity Framework, ISO 27001, or similar standards
- Experience conducting vulnerability assessments, penetration tests, or incident response
Tips for Your Remote Cybersecurity Specialist Job Search
Apply early to remote roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists remote cybersecurity specialist openings from across the U.S. in one place. Search by role, find positions that match your skills and schedule, and apply directly before openings fill.
Show async security communication skills
Remote cybersecurity teams run on written handoffs, not hallway conversations. Include incident reports, threat summaries, or documented remediation steps in your application materials to prove you can communicate findings clearly without being on-site.
Build a home lab you can reference
Remote employers cannot observe your day-to-day work, so a documented home lab, a CTF writeup, or a published vulnerability assessment gives hiring managers concrete evidence of your hands-on capability before the first interview.
Signal fluency in remote security tooling
Cloud-native SIEM platforms, endpoint detection tools, and collaboration-integrated ticketing systems are standard in distributed security teams. Name the specific tools you have used in your resume and be ready to walk through your workflow in a remote interview.
Remote Cybersecurity Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote cybersecurity specialist job?
Target companies built around distributed teams, such as cloud-native software firms, managed security service providers, and remote-first technology companies. Remote employers screen for self-direction, strong written communication, and the ability to document findings and escalate threats without in-person handoffs. Certifications like CompTIA Security+, CISSP, or CEH, combined with hands-on lab work or a portfolio of past incident response cases, give candidates a clear edge.
Which companies hire remote cybersecurity specialists?
Companies hiring remote cybersecurity specialists right now include Southern California Edison, Abbott, and Legence, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Remote openings for cybersecurity specialists are concentrated at remote-first technology companies, managed security service providers, and distributed financial and healthcare organizations with ongoing compliance and monitoring needs.
Can you get a remote cybersecurity specialist job with no experience?
Yes, but remote entry-level cybersecurity specialist roles are harder to land because you must demonstrate the ability to work independently from day one. Cloud-native startups and managed security service providers are the most likely to hire entry-level remote candidates. A home lab writeup, a completed CTF challenge log, or a documented vulnerability assessment on a test environment can substitute for formal work history when applying remotely.
Do you need a degree for remote cybersecurity specialist jobs?
Not always. Many remote employers weigh certifications, verifiable hands-on skills, and demonstrated results more heavily than a degree for cybersecurity specialist roles. CompTIA Security+, CISSP, and cloud security certifications often carry more weight than a bachelor's degree in unrelated fields. Candidates who can show real incident response work, penetration testing results, or security audit documentation regularly move forward without a four-year degree.
Which industries hire the most remote cybersecurity specialists?
Most remote cybersecurity specialist openings sit in Technology & Software, per current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors rely on distributed teams protecting cloud infrastructure, sensitive customer data, and compliance-driven environments where cybersecurity specialists can operate fully remotely.
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