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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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Are you ready to build America’s energy future? Form Energy is an American manufacturing and energy technology company. We’re revolutionizing energy storage with cost-effective, multi-day technology designed to keep the electric grid secure and reliable, even during extended periods of stress. By strengthening the electric system and reimagining what’s possible, we’re giving clean energy a whole new form!
In recent years, Form Energy has earned a number of accolades, including being named by TIME as a “Best Invention”, MIT Technology Review as a “Top Climate Tech Company To Watch”, and Fast Company as “One of the Next Big Things In Tech”. We are making rapid progress on our mission of delivering energy storage for a better world, and our team is growing just as rapidly to meet demand. We have signed contracts with leading electric utilities across the United States and production of our iron-air batteries is underway at our first high-volume manufacturing facility in West Virginia.
Working for Form Energy is more than just a job, it’s a chance to be part of something extraordinary. And now - right as we significantly scale up battery manufacturing - might be the most exciting moment in the company’s history to join. We are assembling a team of highly talented and driven individuals across the country. Driven by our core values of humanity, excellence, and creativity, our team is determined to deliver on our mission and transform the energy landscape for the better.
Feeling energized to make a meaningful impact on the world? Then keep reading - you’ve come to the right place.
Role Description
Form Energy is hiring an Information Security Engineer. In this role, you will be responsible for implementing and maintaining the security infrastructure of our organization. You will play a critical role in implementing security controls, systems, and procedures to protect our applications, networks, and data from cyber threats. This is an exciting opportunity to help shape and be part of the growth of a fast-moving company with breakthrough technology and an incredible mission!
What you'll do:
- Deploy, configure and maintain security technologies such as firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS), antivirus and endpoint security software
- Monitor the performance and effectiveness of security tools and systems
- Troubleshoot security-related issues and implement appropriate solutions
- Assist in responding to security incidents and breaches by providing technical expertise and support
- Coordinate with system administrators and vendors to ensure timely deployment of security patches and updates
- Assist in answering information security questionnaires and various requests for information about IT information security
What you'll bring:
- 3+ years of experience in hands-on information security engineering (flexible on number of years of experience) with previous experience in desktop, deployment or systems engineering
- Proven experience with security infrastructure, access control, periodic security reviews and incident response
- Experience implementing, managing and migrating to Microsoft M365 cloud including Intune, Azure, EntraID and DLP
- Familiarity with scripting languages to facilitate automation
- Expert problem solving skills required
- Excellent communication and organizational skills
Applications will be accepted until the job is filled.
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Humanity is a cornerstone of Form Energy’s culture, and we make sure our compensation and benefits reflect that. Form Energy offers competitive salaries, stock options, and a holistic benefits package to ensure all employees have what they need to thrive while working here.
When it comes to you and your family’s health, we cover 100% of medical, dental, and vision premiums for full-time employees - and 80% of healthcare premiums for dependents. This starts from day one. We also offer at least 12 weeks of paid leave for new parents (up to 20 weeks for birthing parents), and generous vacation policies to give employees time to recharge when needed.
To build America’s energy future, we need everyone at the table. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply to our open jobs.
If you may require reasonable accommodations to participate in our interview process, please contact accommodations@formenergy.com. Requests for accommodations will be treated with discretion.
Form Energy is committed to maintaining the privacy of our applicants. Please be aware that we will never solicit sensitive personal information such as Social Security numbers or bank account details during the recruiting or hiring process.
Compensation Range: $111,826 - $139,777
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- Affirm28

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- Technology & Software108
- Banking & Financial Services42
- Healthcare & Medical Services28
- Electronics & Hardware18
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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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