Remote Information Security Analyst Jobs

Remote information security analyst jobs are open across the U.S. in finance, healthcare, technology, and government contracting, from entry-level analyst positions at cloud-native startups to senior roles on distributed security teams. Companies hiring right now include IDEA Public Schools, Lumen, and UnitedHealth. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles70
Top employerIDEA Public Schools
Top industryInsurance
Top credentialBachelor's degree
Companies hiring54

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MultiCare Health System
Information Security Cybersecurity Principal
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MultiCare Health System
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Information Security Cybersecurity Principal
MultiCare Health System
Remote
Cybersecurity
Security Engineering
$134k - $184k/yr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Wells Fargo
Lead Information Security Analyst - IAM
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Wells Fargo
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Lead Information Security Analyst - IAM
Wells Fargo
Dallas, Texas
Account Management
Customer Service
Customer Success
$119k - $187k/yr
Remote (US)
10,000+

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Wells Fargo
IAM Governance Analyst - Senior Information Security Analyst
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Wells Fargo
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IAM Governance Analyst - Senior Information Security Analyst
Wells Fargo
Columbus, Ohio
Business Development
Marketing
Sales
$100k - $163k/yr
Remote (US)
10,000+

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UnitedHealth Group
Senior Information Security Engineer
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UnitedHealth Group
Added 1d ago
Senior Information Security Engineer
UnitedHealth Group
Eden Prairie, Minnesota
Software Engineering
Systems Administration
Technical Product & Program Management
Technical Program Management
$92k - $164k/yr
Remote (US)
10,000+

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UnitedHealth Group
Senior Information Security Risk Management Analyst
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UnitedHealth Group
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Senior Information Security Risk Management Analyst
UnitedHealth Group
Eden Prairie, Minnesota
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Social Work & Counseling
$92k - $164k/yr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Remote Information Security Analyst Job Market

Who's Hiring

IDEA Public Schools
IDEA Public Schools8 open roles
Lumen
Lumen3 open roles
UnitedHealth
UnitedHealth3 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Insurance
  • Education
  • Technology & Software
  • Healthcare & Medical Services
  • Retail

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in remote information security analyst jobs.

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, information security, or a related technical field
  • Proficiency with SIEM platforms such as Splunk, Microsoft Sentinel, or IBM QRadar
  • Hands-on experience with vulnerability scanning tools like Nessus, Qualys, or Rapid7
  • Knowledge of security frameworks including NIST CSF, ISO 27001, and CIS Controls
  • One or more certifications such as CompTIA Security+, CISSP, CEH, or CISM
  • Experience supporting incident response, threat detection, or security operations center workflows

Tips for Your Remote Information Security Analyst Job Search

Apply early to remote roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists remote information security analyst openings from across the U.S. in one place. Check it regularly and apply to roles that match your certifications and tool experience before postings close, since remote positions often attract high application volume quickly.

Show your async communication in writing

Remote security teams depend on written handoffs, incident summaries, and ticket documentation. Treat your cover letter and any take-home assessments as proof you can communicate findings clearly without a meeting. Concise, structured writing signals you'll function well on a distributed team.

Document a home lab or personal project

Remote employers can't watch you work, so they rely on evidence. A documented vulnerability assessment, a write-up of a CTF challenge, or a personal SIEM setup gives hiring managers something concrete to evaluate your technical judgment and self-direction before an interview.

Match your tools list to remote security stacks

Remote information security analyst roles cluster around cloud environments and SaaS-heavy stacks. Make sure your application explicitly names the platforms you've worked with, such as AWS Security Hub, Microsoft Defender, Splunk, or CrowdStrike, because remote reviewers often screen resumes by tool familiarity.

Remote Information Security Analyst Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get a remote information security analyst job?

Focus on companies with fully distributed security teams, such as cloud-first software firms, managed security service providers, and remote-first financial institutions. Remote employers screen heavily for self-direction, clear async written communication, and hands-on fluency with tools like SIEM platforms, vulnerability scanners, and ticketing systems. Certifications such as Security+, CISSP, or CEH signal credibility quickly, and a documented home lab or incident response write-up gives you an edge most applicants lack.

Which companies hire remote information security analysts?

Companies hiring remote information security analysts right now include IDEA Public Schools, Lumen, and UnitedHealth, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Remote-first technology firms, managed security service providers, and large financial institutions with distributed teams are among the most consistent hirers of this role.

Can you get a remote information security analyst job with no experience?

Yes, but remote entry-level roles are harder to land because employers expect you to work independently from day one. Smaller remote-first companies and managed security providers occasionally hire juniors who can show a home lab, a personal vulnerability assessment project, or a relevant certification like CompTIA Security+. That evidence of self-directed learning replaces the supervised ramp-up time an in-office junior role would provide.

Do you need a degree for remote information security analyst jobs?

Not always. Many remote employers weight certifications, demonstrated skills, and real-world project work alongside or instead of a four-year degree, particularly for mid-level roles. Holding a CISSP, CISM, or CEH, combined with a portfolio of documented security assessments or incident response experience, can be competitive even without a traditional computer science or information systems degree.

Which industries hire the most remote information security analysts?

The sectors hiring the most remote information security analysts are Insurance, Education, and Technology & Software, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. These industries rely on distributed teams protecting sensitive data across multiple time zones, which makes remote information security analysts a practical and common staffing choice.

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