Entry Level Security Operations Center Jobs

New grad security operations center jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a relevant certification or internship in cybersecurity can carry more weight than years on a resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Technology & Software, Retail, and E-Commerce & Online Marketplaces, with employers like Ryder System, Amazon, and Paylocity hiring at this level now.

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Overview

Open roles158+
Top stateTexas
Top employerRyder System
Top citySchaumburg, IL
Work type90% On-site
Top industryTechnology

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Ryder System
Supply Chain Ops Manager
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Ryder System
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Supply Chain Ops Manager
Ryder System
Arlington, Texas
Business Development
Business Strategy
Corporate Development & M&A
Strategy & Corporate Development
$70k - $74k/yr
On-Site
High school diploma or GED

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Cushman & Wakefield
Sr. Assistant Project Manager - Ops
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Cushman & Wakefield
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Sr. Assistant Project Manager - Ops
Cushman & Wakefield
Ashburn, Virginia
Compliance & Legal
Compliance & Risk
Consulting & Professional Services
$75k - $88k/yr
Bachelor's degree in architecture
10,000+

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CarMax
Developer, Learning - Serv Ops & Logistics
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CarMax
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Developer, Learning - Serv Ops & Logistics
CarMax
Richmond, Virginia
Corporate Training
Corporate Training & Learning Development
Curriculum Design
Instructional Design
$55k - $83k/yr
10,000+

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State Street
Senior Associate Cyber Security Operations Center Analyst
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State Street
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Senior Associate Cyber Security Operations Center Analyst
State Street
Quincy, Massachusetts
Business Analysis
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$52k - $91k/yr
10,000+

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Amazon.com
IT Support Engineer I, Ops Tech Solutions
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Amazon.com
New 1m ago
IT Support Engineer I, Ops Tech Solutions
Amazon.com
Dallas, Texas
Compliance & Risk
Engineering (Non-Software)
Quality Control
$25 - $41/hr
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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Entry Level Security Operations Center Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • Ryder System
    Ryder System24
  • Amazon
    Amazon20
  • Paylocity
    Paylocity12
  • CENCORE
    CENCORE10
  • Securitas Security Services USA
    Securitas Security Services USA8

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software32
  • Retail24
  • E-Commerce & Online Marketplaces21
  • Accounting & Auditing12
  • Consulting & Professional Services9

Entry Level Security Operations Center Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get an entry level security operations center job?

Start by earning a foundational certification such as CompTIA Security+ or Google Cybersecurity Certificate, which signals baseline readiness to hiring managers. Hands-on experience through a college cybersecurity lab, internship, or home lab running SIEM tools gives you concrete examples to discuss in interviews. Employers at this level prioritize analytical thinking, attention to detail, and a willingness to learn threat monitoring workflows over a long work history.

Which companies hire entry level security operations centers?

Companies hiring entry level security operations centers right now include Ryder System, Amazon, and Paylocity, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. At this level, hiring covers managed security service providers, government contractors, financial institutions, and large enterprises building out in-house SOC teams with junior analyst talent.

Are there remote entry level security operations center jobs?

Yes, though on-site roles remain common given the hands-on nature of SOC work. About 10% of entry level security operations center openings are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, with remote positions more often found at managed security service providers and larger enterprises with established distributed team structures.

Are these new grad security operations center jobs?

Yes, these listings include new grad, recent graduate, and junior security operations center roles. A posting is new-grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of experience, accepts internship work or academic projects as qualifying background, or lists a degree or certification in place of prior professional experience. Searching for junior or new grad titles alongside entry level can surface additional openings suited to candidates just starting out.

Which industries hire the most entry level security operations centers?

Entry Level security operations center roles concentrate in Technology & Software, Retail, and E-Commerce & Online Marketplaces, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they handle sensitive data, face regulatory compliance requirements, or operate critical infrastructure that demands around-the-clock threat monitoring even when building a team from the ground up.