Remote Information Security Specialist Jobs

Remote information security specialist jobs are open across the U.S. at remote-first firms and distributed teams in sectors like technology, financial services, healthcare, and defense contracting. Employers hiring remotely right now include Affirm, Akumin, and Kastle Systems. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles330+
Top employerAffirm
Top industryTechnology
Top credentialBachelor's
Companies hiring100+

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Form Energy
Information Security Engineer II
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Form Energy
Added 1d ago
Information Security Engineer II
Form Energy
Somerville, Massachusetts
Remote (US)
None
501-1,000

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Machinify
Information Security Analyst
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Machinify
Added 2d ago
Information Security Analyst
Machinify
Dallas, Texas
Compliance & Legal
Health & Safety (EHS & OHS)
Finance
Accounting
Compliance & Risk
Security & Protective Services
Audit
$70k - $95k/yr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's

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University of Phoenix
Vice President, Information Security
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University of Phoenix
Added 3d ago
Vice President, Information Security
University of Phoenix
Phoenix, Arizona
Cybersecurity
Compliance & Legal
Health & Safety (EHS & OHS)
Compliance & Risk
Security & Protective Services
$250k - $341k/yr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's
10,000+

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UST
Senior Information Security Project Manager
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UST
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Senior Information Security Project Manager
UST
San Jose, California
Project & Program Management
Project Management
Remote (US)
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Southern New Hampshire University
Director of Information Security Engineering
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Southern New Hampshire University
Added 3d ago
Director of Information Security Engineering
Southern New Hampshire University
Remote
Cybersecurity
Technical Product & Program Management
Software Engineering
Cloud & DevOps
Security Engineering
Technical Program Management
$125k - $201k/yr
Remote (US)
High School
10,000+

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Remote Information Security Specialist Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • Affirm
    Affirm28
  • Akumin
    Akumin13
  • Kastle Systems
    Kastle Systems11
  • DigitalOcean
    DigitalOcean9
  • Pinterest
    Pinterest8

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software108
  • Banking & Financial Services42
  • Healthcare & Medical Services28
  • Electronics & Hardware18
  • Consulting & Professional Services14

What Employers Look For

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

  • Bachelor's degree in cybersecurity, computer science, or a related technical field
  • Active certification such as CompTIA Security+, CISSP, CISM, or CEH
  • Hands-on experience with SIEM platforms, firewalls, and intrusion detection systems
  • Demonstrated knowledge of NIST, ISO 27001, or other security compliance frameworks
  • Ability to obtain or maintain a federal security clearance for government-adjacent roles
  • Experience conducting vulnerability assessments and writing clear remediation reports

Tips for Your Remote Information Security Specialist Job Search

Apply early to remote roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists remote information security specialist openings from across the U.S. in one place. Search roles by the skills and tools that match your background and apply directly to the ones that fit before competition builds.

Document your remote security work clearly

Remote hiring managers can't watch you work, so your resume needs to show outcomes, not just duties. Quantify incidents investigated, systems hardened, or vulnerabilities remediated. Concrete results from distributed or home-office environments signal you can operate independently.

Prove async communication before the interview

Remote information security teams rely on written escalation paths, ticketing systems, and async incident logs. Prepare examples of written reports, runbooks, or post-incident summaries you have authored, because remote employers screen for clarity on the page as much as verbal communication.

Match your tools to the remote employer's stack

Check each job description for the specific SIEM, EDR, and cloud platforms the team runs, such as Splunk, CrowdStrike, or AWS Security Hub. Calling out direct experience with those tools in your application shows you can contribute without an onboarding ramp-up.

Prepare for distributed team interview formats

Remote information security interviews often include async take-home scenarios, written incident-response walkthroughs, or live screen-share labs instead of in-person whiteboard sessions. Practice narrating your investigation process out loud and writing clear, concise technical summaries under time pressure.

Remote Information Security Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get a remote information security specialist job?

Target companies that already operate distributed security teams, such as cloud-native SaaS firms, managed security service providers, and remote-first technology companies. Remote employers screen for hands-on skills in SIEM platforms, vulnerability management, and incident response, alongside strong written communication and the ability to work independently across time zones. Holding certifications like CompTIA Security+, CISSP, or CEH gives your application a clear edge.

Which companies hire remote information security specialists?

Employers currently hiring remote information security specialists include Affirm, Akumin, and Kastle Systems, per current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Remote-first technology firms, managed security service providers, and distributed teams in financial services and healthcare make up the largest share of these openings.

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

Yes, but remote entry-level roles are harder to land because employers expect you to troubleshoot and escalate issues independently from day one. Remote-first companies and managed security service providers occasionally hire entry-level specialists. A home lab, a cloud security certification, or a documented CTF portfolio can substitute for professional experience and show remote employers you can operate without close supervision.

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

Not always. Many remote employers weigh certifications, demonstrated technical skills, and real-world project work alongside or instead of a degree. Credentials like CISSP, CompTIA Security+, or a cloud security certification carry significant weight in remote hiring. What matters most to distributed teams is evidence that you can investigate threats, communicate findings clearly in writing, and work without constant oversight.

Which industries hire the most remote information security specialists?

Most remote information security specialist openings sit in Technology & Software, Banking & Financial Services, and Healthcare & Medical Services, per current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Those sectors rely heavily on distributed teams handling sensitive data, which drives consistent demand for information security specialists who can protect cloud environments and respond to incidents from anywhere.

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