Remote Security Researcher Jobs

Remote Security Researcher jobs are available nationwide at employers like CVS Health, Alvarez & Marsal, and Netflix and other distributed teams, at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles255+
Top employerCVS Health
Top industryTechnology
Top credentialMaster's
Companies hiring100+

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INSPYR Solutions
UX Researcher
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INSPYR Solutions
Added 3d ago
UX Researcher
INSPYR Solutions
Remote
Data Science & Analytics
Data Science
Data Analytics
$30.00 - $80.00/hr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's

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Part-Time Customer Service Representative & Researcher
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Part-Time Customer Service Representative & Researcher
ITNPortland, Dignified transportation for seniors
Maine
Customer Service & Support
Customer Service
Remote (US)

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Applied Sport Scientist & Researcher
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Applied Sport Scientist & Researcher
Company
Sparks, Maryland
$60k - $75k/yr
Remote (US)
Certification

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Colorado State University
AI for DA Researcher
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Colorado State University
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AI for DA Researcher
Colorado State University
Boulder, Colorado
$32 - $37/hr
Remote (US)
Master's
5,001-10,000

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Linda Werner & Associates, Inc.
Quantitative - Mixed Method UX Researcher IV (Consumer Insights)
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Linda Werner & Associates, Inc.
Added 2w ago
Quantitative - Mixed Method UX Researcher IV (Consumer Insights)
Linda Werner & Associates, Inc.
San Francisco, California
Product Management
Remote (US)
2-10

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Remote Security Researcher Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • CVS Health
    CVS Health30
  • Alvarez & Marsal
    Alvarez & Marsal26
  • Netflix
    Netflix9
  • Geisinger
    Geisinger6
  • The Clear Fund
    The Clear Fund6

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software57
  • Healthcare & Medical Services46
  • Consulting & Professional Services37
  • Investment & Asset Management29
  • Accounting & Auditing26

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in remote security researcher jobs.

  • Demonstrated experience identifying and exploiting vulnerabilities in software or systems
  • Proficiency in at least one scripting or programming language such as Python or C
  • Familiarity with reverse engineering tools such as IDA Pro, Ghidra, or Binary Ninja
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, cybersecurity, or a related technical field
  • Knowledge of common attack frameworks and techniques such as MITRE ATT&CK
  • Industry certifications such as OSCP, CEH, or GREM preferred or required

Tips for Your Remote Security Researcher Job Search

Lead your resume with CVEs and findings

Hiring managers for security researcher roles scan for concrete proof of work. List any CVEs you've been credited for, bug bounty payouts, or published advisories. Generic descriptions of security duties won't differentiate you the way verified discoveries do.

Build a public research portfolio before applying

Many security researcher roles ask for writing samples or prior research during the application itself. Post writeups of CTF challenges, reverse engineering walkthroughs, or vulnerability disclosures on a public blog or repository so you can link directly from your resume.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists security researcher openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Target job postings by research discipline

Security researcher is a broad title. Filter openings by the keywords that match your discipline, whether that's fuzzing, red team research, cryptography, or firmware analysis, so you're not wasting time on roles built around a completely different skill set.

Prepare a technical deep-dive for interviews

Most security researcher interviews include a live technical session where you walk through a past finding or solve a challenge in real time. Pick one piece of research you know inside out and practice narrating your methodology, dead ends, and final conclusion out loud.

Negotiate based on clearance and publication rights

In security research, two overlooked negotiables are whether you retain the right to publish findings publicly and whether the role requires or sponsors a security clearance. Clarify both before accepting an offer, since they directly affect your career trajectory and outside research.

Remote Security Researcher Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get a remote security researcher job?

Target companies that already run distributed teams, since they hire remotely by default and know how to onboard someone they never meet in person. Remote security researcher employers screen hard for self-direction and clear written communication on top of the core skills, so show evidence you can own work without someone over your shoulder. Apply to the openings above that match your experience.

Which companies hire remote security researchers?

Remote security researcher roles are posted by CVS Health, Alvarez & Marsal, and Netflix and others right now, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Remote-first firms and large companies running distributed teams post the most remote security researcher roles.

Can you get a remote security researcher job with no experience?

Yes, but it is harder than an on-site role, because remote work expects you to operate independently from the start. Entry-level remote security researcher openings do exist, especially at remote-first companies, and a portfolio of real work helps more than a long resume. Applying broadly to the roles that fit improves your odds.

Do you need a degree for remote security researcher jobs?

Not always. Many employers hire remote security researchers on demonstrated skills and prior work rather than a specific degree, though some larger companies still prefer one. Showing relevant results matters more than a credential for most remote security researcher roles.

Which industries hire the most remote security researchers?

Remote security researcher roles concentrate in Technology & Software, Healthcare & Medical Services, and Consulting & Professional Services, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. These sectors run distributed teams and hire security researchers remotely most consistently.

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