Entry Level Security Operations Manager Jobs

New grad security operations manager jobs are open to recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong internship or hands-on portfolio can carry more weight than a long 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 roles202+
Top stateTexas
Top employerRyder System
Top citySchaumburg, IL
Work type88% 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
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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 Manager Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • Ryder System
    Ryder System24
  • Amazon
    Amazon22
  • Paylocity
    Paylocity12
  • CENCORE
    CENCORE10
  • Securitas Security Services USA
    Securitas Security Services USA8

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software39
  • Retail26
  • E-Commerce & Online Marketplaces23
  • Consulting & Professional Services17
  • Accounting & Auditing12

Entry Level Security Operations Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

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

Start by building hands-on experience through internships, lab environments, or entry level security analyst roles that expose you to SOC workflows and incident response. Certifications like CompTIA Security+, CySA+, or a related degree give you a credible foundation. Employers at this level look for candidates who can demonstrate practical familiarity with SIEM tools, threat monitoring, and basic escalation procedures, even if that experience came from a capstone project or structured training program.

Which companies hire entry level security operations managers?

Companies hiring entry level security operations managers right now include Ryder System, Amazon, and Paylocity, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. At this level, hiring tends to come from managed security service providers, government contractors, healthcare systems, and mid-size technology firms that are building out or expanding their security operations functions.

Are there remote entry level security operations manager jobs?

Yes, though many postings at this level still favor on-site or hybrid arrangements to support team-based SOC environments. About 12% of entry level security operations manager openings are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, so candidates open to flexible work arrangements will find options available alongside the on-site majority.

Are these new grad security operations manager jobs?

Yes, many of these openings are new grad and junior roles that explicitly welcome recent graduates and candidates with limited professional experience. A new grad-friendly posting typically accepts zero to two years of experience, counts internships or co-ops toward that threshold, and treats a strong portfolio or relevant certification as a substitute for a longer work history. Look for postings that list degree requirements without demanding prior management tenure.

Which industries hire the most entry level security operations managers?

Entry Level security operations manager roles concentrate in Technology & Software, Retail, and E-Commerce & Online Marketplaces, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. These sectors tend to drive entry level hiring because they operate under strict compliance requirements, handle sensitive data at scale, or run continuous security monitoring operations that need junior managers to support growing SOC teams.