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 IDEA Public Schools, Lumen, and UnitedHealth. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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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
New 21h ago
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
Added 1d ago
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
Added 1d ago
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 Specialist 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 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.

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 IDEA Public Schools, Lumen, and UnitedHealth, per current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of August 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 Insurance, Education, and Technology & Software, per current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of August 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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