Security Analyst Jobs in Virginia
Security Analyst jobs in Virginia are among the most active in the country, concentrated in defense contracting, federal civilian agencies, and financial services, with openings at every level from entry-level SOC analyst through senior threat intelligence lead. The densest hiring is in Northern Virginia, Richmond, and the Hampton Roads area, where employers like Booz Allen Hamilton, Leidos, and Northrop Grumman maintain large and ongoing security workforces. The most in-demand specialties right now are cloud security, vulnerability management, and compliance-focused roles tied to federal frameworks like NIST and FedRAMP. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Navy Federal Credit Union currently does not provide sponsorship for this role. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship.
At Navy Federal, we are passionate about our members-they are our mission. We're looking for a talented, experienced information security professional to join our growing Cybersecurity Operations team as a senior threat analyst.
The Cybersecurity Operations Center is looking for a driven professional to help advance the program's strategic vision. You will also have the opportunity to work closely with the Focused Operations manager and lead the collaboration with other Information Security teams for control validation and threat hunt operations.
- Maintain expert knowledge of advanced persistent threat tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) as well as forensics and incident response practices for Windows and non-Windows platform environments
- Identify and hunt for unknown threat activity across Windows and non-Windows platform environments requiring non-standard analytics
- Lead development of requirements for test plans to perform adversary emulation in support of threat hunt development
- Conduct threat hunts using advanced analytic techniques (e.g., event reconstruction), following the lifecycle of suspicious processes and extracting custom data points for holistic reporting/findings
- Conduct advanced analysis of network and endpoint events from various sources within the enterprise and determine impact of such events
- Conduct advanced analysis of log files, forensic evidence, and other information to determine best methods for detection of an intrusion at the endpoint level
- Drive the construction of non-standard analytic queries, which can be implemented on cyber defense tools, in response to new or observed threats within the Windows and non-Windows enclave
- Drive process maturation to perform event correlation within the enterprise to identify security architecture and logging gaps
- Conduct advanced examination of network topologies to understand how data flows through the network
- Provide cybersecurity recommendations to leadership based on significant threats and vulnerabilities
- Aid leadership in maturation of standards, taxonomy, and processes for threat hunt
- Perform other duties as assigned
- Advanced knowledge of Windows and non-Windows operating system concepts and fundamentals
- Advanced skill in evaluating large data sets (endpoint and network events) for abnormalities (i.e., baseline analysis)
- Advanced experience in cybersecurity and/or information technology (IT) security
- Advanced knowledge of security architectures, firewalls, proxies, and network topology
- Advanced skill in developing and deploying custom content queries
- Advanced skill in using security event correlation tools (e.g., Splunk, ELK)
- Advanced skill in hunting host and network-based intrusions via intrusion detection technologies
- Outstanding communication skills for reporting complex technical situations to various audiences, including executive leadership and nontechnical staff.
- Advanced research, analytical, and problem-solving skills
- Advanced skill working with all levels of management, supervisors, stakeholders and vendors
- Expert skill in collaborating with other teams on time-sensitive incidents
Desired Qualifications
- Advanced skill in identifying gaps in technical capabilities
- Advanced skill in relevant programming languages (e.g., C++, Python, etc.)
- Advanced skill in testing and evaluating tools for implementation
- Advanced experience with security tools related to enterprise log management, IDP/IDS, antivirus, firewalls, proxies, DLP, forensic analysis and SIEM
- CISSP, CISA, CCSP or other related Information Security certifications
- Advanced knowledge of IT security standards and frameworks (e.g., MITRE ATT&CK)
- Advanced skill in analyzing audit log events for cloud technologies to facilitate development of cyber defense detections
Additional Information
Hours:
Monday - Friday, 8:00AM - 4:30 PM
Locations:
- 820 Follin Lane, Vienna, VA 22180
- 5550 Heritage Oaks Drive, Pensacola, FL 32526
- 141 Security Dr. Winchester, VA 22602
Navy Federal provides much more than a job. We provide a meaningful career experience, including a culture that is energized, engaged and committed; and fierce appreciation for our teams, who are rewarded with highly competitive pay and generous benefits and perks.
Our approach to careers is simple yet powerful: Make our mission your passion.
- FORTUNE 100 Best Companies to Work For® 2025
- Yello and WayUp Top 100 Internship Programs
- Computerworld® Best Places to Work in IT
- Newsweek Most Loved Workplaces
- 2025 PEOPLE® Companies That Care
- Newsweek Most Trustworthy Companies in America
- Military Times 2025 Best for Vets Employers
- Best Companies for Latinos to Work for 2025
- Forbes® 2025 America’s Best Large Employers
- Forbes® 2025 America's Best Employers for New Grads
- Forbes® 2025 America's Best Employers for Tech Workers
- 2025 RippleMatch Campus Forward Award Winner for Overall Excellence
- Military.com Top Military Spouse Employers 2025
- 2025 Handshake Early Talent Award
From Fortune . ©2025 Fortune Media IP Limited. All rights reserved. Used under license. Fortune and Fortune Media IP Limited are not affiliated with, and do not endorse products or services of, Navy Federal Credit Union.
Equal Employment Opportunity: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, sex, color, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or any other basis protected by applicable law.
Accommodations: If you need accommodation or assistance for a qualifying condition to complete the online application (or during any stage of the hiring process), you can contact Navy Federal's Medical Accommodations team at medicalaccommodations@navyfederal.org or by calling 1-888-503-6013. This team cannot provide any information on job postings or application status.
Disclaimers: Navy Federal reserves the right to fill this role at a higher/lower grade level based on business need. An assessment may be required to compete for this position. Job postings are subject to close early or extend out longer than the anticipated closing date at the hiring team’s discretion based on qualified applicant volume. Navy Federal Credit Union assesses market data to establish salary ranges that enable us to remain competitive. You are paid within the salary range, based on your experience, location and market position. For additional details regarding compensation and benefits, review the Benefits page of the Navy Federal Career Site.
Protect Yourself from Job Scams: Navy Federal Credit Union jobs are posted on our career site, jobs.navyfederal.org and reputable job boards (e.g., LinkedIn, Indeed). We do not post jobs on social media marketplaces, messaging apps or unverified websites. We will never ask candidates for payment, bank details or personal financial information during the hiring process.
Bank Secrecy Act: Remains cognizant of and adheres to Navy Federal policies and procedures, and regulations pertaining to the Bank Secrecy Act.
Navy Federal Credit Union currently does not provide sponsorship for this role. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship.
At Navy Federal, we are passionate about our members-they are our mission. We're looking for a talented, experienced information security professional to join our growing Cybersecurity Operations team as a senior threat analyst.
The Cybersecurity Operations Center is looking for a driven professional to help advance the program's strategic vision. You will also have the opportunity to work closely with the Focused Operations manager and lead the collaboration with other Information Security teams for control validation and threat hunt operations.
- Maintain expert knowledge of advanced persistent threat tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) as well as forensics and incident response practices for Windows and non-Windows platform environments
- Identify and hunt for unknown threat activity across Windows and non-Windows platform environments requiring non-standard analytics
- Lead development of requirements for test plans to perform adversary emulation in support of threat hunt development
- Conduct threat hunts using advanced analytic techniques (e.g., event reconstruction), following the lifecycle of suspicious processes and extracting custom data points for holistic reporting/findings
- Conduct advanced analysis of network and endpoint events from various sources within the enterprise and determine impact of such events
- Conduct advanced analysis of log files, forensic evidence, and other information to determine best methods for detection of an intrusion at the endpoint level
- Drive the construction of non-standard analytic queries, which can be implemented on cyber defense tools, in response to new or observed threats within the Windows and non-Windows enclave
- Drive process maturation to perform event correlation within the enterprise to identify security architecture and logging gaps
- Conduct advanced examination of network topologies to understand how data flows through the network
- Provide cybersecurity recommendations to leadership based on significant threats and vulnerabilities
- Aid leadership in maturation of standards, taxonomy, and processes for threat hunt
- Perform other duties as assigned
- Advanced knowledge of Windows and non-Windows operating system concepts and fundamentals
- Advanced skill in evaluating large data sets (endpoint and network events) for abnormalities (i.e., baseline analysis)
- Advanced experience in cybersecurity and/or information technology (IT) security
- Advanced knowledge of security architectures, firewalls, proxies, and network topology
- Advanced skill in developing and deploying custom content queries
- Advanced skill in using security event correlation tools (e.g., Splunk, ELK)
- Advanced skill in hunting host and network-based intrusions via intrusion detection technologies
- Outstanding communication skills for reporting complex technical situations to various audiences, including executive leadership and nontechnical staff.
- Advanced research, analytical, and problem-solving skills
- Advanced skill working with all levels of management, supervisors, stakeholders and vendors
- Expert skill in collaborating with other teams on time-sensitive incidents
Desired Qualifications
- Advanced skill in identifying gaps in technical capabilities
- Advanced skill in relevant programming languages (e.g., C++, Python, etc.)
- Advanced skill in testing and evaluating tools for implementation
- Advanced experience with security tools related to enterprise log management, IDP/IDS, antivirus, firewalls, proxies, DLP, forensic analysis and SIEM
- CISSP, CISA, CCSP or other related Information Security certifications
- Advanced knowledge of IT security standards and frameworks (e.g., MITRE ATT&CK)
- Advanced skill in analyzing audit log events for cloud technologies to facilitate development of cyber defense detections
Additional Information
Hours:
Monday - Friday, 8:00AM - 4:30 PM
Locations:
- 820 Follin Lane, Vienna, VA 22180
- 5550 Heritage Oaks Drive, Pensacola, FL 32526
- 141 Security Dr. Winchester, VA 22602
Navy Federal provides much more than a job. We provide a meaningful career experience, including a culture that is energized, engaged and committed; and fierce appreciation for our teams, who are rewarded with highly competitive pay and generous benefits and perks.
Our approach to careers is simple yet powerful: Make our mission your passion.
- FORTUNE 100 Best Companies to Work For® 2025
- Yello and WayUp Top 100 Internship Programs
- Computerworld® Best Places to Work in IT
- Newsweek Most Loved Workplaces
- 2025 PEOPLE® Companies That Care
- Newsweek Most Trustworthy Companies in America
- Military Times 2025 Best for Vets Employers
- Best Companies for Latinos to Work for 2025
- Forbes® 2025 America’s Best Large Employers
- Forbes® 2025 America's Best Employers for New Grads
- Forbes® 2025 America's Best Employers for Tech Workers
- 2025 RippleMatch Campus Forward Award Winner for Overall Excellence
- Military.com Top Military Spouse Employers 2025
- 2025 Handshake Early Talent Award
From Fortune . ©2025 Fortune Media IP Limited. All rights reserved. Used under license. Fortune and Fortune Media IP Limited are not affiliated with, and do not endorse products or services of, Navy Federal Credit Union.
Equal Employment Opportunity: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, sex, color, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or any other basis protected by applicable law.
Accommodations: If you need accommodation or assistance for a qualifying condition to complete the online application (or during any stage of the hiring process), you can contact Navy Federal's Medical Accommodations team at medicalaccommodations@navyfederal.org or by calling 1-888-503-6013. This team cannot provide any information on job postings or application status.
Disclaimers: Navy Federal reserves the right to fill this role at a higher/lower grade level based on business need. An assessment may be required to compete for this position. Job postings are subject to close early or extend out longer than the anticipated closing date at the hiring team’s discretion based on qualified applicant volume. Navy Federal Credit Union assesses market data to establish salary ranges that enable us to remain competitive. You are paid within the salary range, based on your experience, location and market position. For additional details regarding compensation and benefits, review the Benefits page of the Navy Federal Career Site.
Protect Yourself from Job Scams: Navy Federal Credit Union jobs are posted on our career site, jobs.navyfederal.org and reputable job boards (e.g., LinkedIn, Indeed). We do not post jobs on social media marketplaces, messaging apps or unverified websites. We will never ask candidates for payment, bank details or personal financial information during the hiring process.
Bank Secrecy Act: Remains cognizant of and adheres to Navy Federal policies and procedures, and regulations pertaining to the Bank Secrecy Act.
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What Virginia Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in security analyst jobs across Virginia.
- Active CompTIA Security+, CISSP, or equivalent certification recognized by Virginia federal contractors
- Bachelor's degree in cybersecurity, information technology, computer science, or a related field
- Hands-on experience with SIEM tools such as Splunk, Microsoft Sentinel, or IBM QRadar
- Familiarity with NIST, FedRAMP, or CMMC compliance frameworks common in Virginia government contracts
- Ability to obtain or hold an active U.S. security clearance, often required by Northern Virginia employers
- Experience with network monitoring, intrusion detection systems, and incident response procedures
Security Analyst Jobs in Virginia: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a security analyst in Virginia?
Virginia does not require a state-issued license to work as a security analyst, so the path starts with a relevant bachelor's degree in cybersecurity or information technology combined with an industry certification like CompTIA Security+ or CISSP. Given the dominance of federal contracting in the Virginia market, obtaining or being eligible for a security clearance significantly strengthens your candidacy. Most employers in Northern Virginia and Richmond prioritize hands-on lab experience and certifications alongside formal education.
Which companies hire security analysts in Virginia?
Employers hiring security analysts in Virginia right now include Northrop Grumman, Navy Federal Credit Union, and MANTECH, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Virginia's dense concentration of federal agencies and defense contractors means that many of the largest and most consistent security analyst employers operate out of the Northern Virginia corridor, with additional hiring activity in Richmond and Hampton Roads.
Which Virginia cities have the most security analyst jobs?
Arlington, McLean, and Richmond have the most security analyst openings in Virginia. Northern Virginia dominates because of its proximity to federal agencies, the Department of Defense, and the large defense contracting firms headquartered or regionally based there, while Richmond draws hiring from state government and financial institutions, and Hampton Roads supports significant military and defense-related cybersecurity demand.
Are there remote security analyst jobs in Virginia?
Yes, and more than most fields. About 68% of security analyst openings tied to Virginia are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how desk-based and tool-driven the work is. Roles focused on cloud security monitoring, vulnerability scanning, and compliance documentation tend to be the most remote-friendly, while positions requiring access to classified networks or secure government facilities remain predominantly on-site.
How can I get hired as a security analyst in Virginia with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is starting as a SOC analyst tier one or IT help desk technician, roles that large Virginia federal contractors like Booz Allen Hamilton and Leidos regularly fill with candidates who hold a CompTIA Security+ certification but limited professional experience. Community colleges across Northern Virginia offer cybersecurity associate programs that feed directly into these entry roles. Building a home lab, earning a foundational certification, and targeting cleared-facility positions that include on-the-job training can accelerate the transition considerably.
Where can I find and apply to security analyst jobs in Virginia?
You can find and apply to security analyst jobs in Virginia on Migrate Mate, which lists current Virginia openings across Northern Virginia, Richmond, Hampton Roads, and the rest of the state. Find roles that fit your experience and credentials and apply directly to the ones that match.
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