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, Insurance, and Electronics & Hardware, with employers like CENCORE, TikTok, and Pure Storage hiring at this level now.
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- Bachelor’s degree in cyber/information security or related field or equivalent experience
- Recognized information security certification (or ability to acquire within one year).
- One to two years’ direct experience in information security analysis
- Understanding of technical concepts underpinning internet-connected enterprise services
- Ability to communicate effectively in writing, producing high-quality procedural documentation and comprehensive activity and incident reports that enable accurate self-assessment, audit readiness, and continuous improvement within the Information Security Office.
- Effective customer service, communication, and interpersonal skills;
- Ability to instruct or guide clients at all levels of experience in basic account operations, including account management and basic usage of common applications;
- Effective organizational skills, including ability to manage multiple concurrent tasks and support cases;
- Demonstrated ability to apply judgment and work with accuracy in routine cases and in exceptional situations;
- Proficiency with common productivity applications and command line interfaces in Windows, macOS, or Linux.
- Professional experience with cybersecurity incident response, endpoint/network forensics, and/or continuous security monitoring;
- Ability to produce admissible documentation and maintain evidentiary chain of custody;
- Experience with cyber threat intelligence platforms;
- Experience with constituent education/outreach and proficiency presenting via remote instruction tools;
- Familiarity with securing cloud-based email, file storage, and applications; experience with enterprise-level security information and event management (SIEM).
Position will be posted for a minimum of one week, after which it is subject to removal without notice.
The University of Vermont is a welcoming, educationally purposeful community committed to creating an inclusive environment that embraces intellectual diversity and global perspectives. We seek to prepare students to be accountable leaders who will bring to their work a grasp of complexity, effective problem-solving and communication skills, and an enduring commitment to learning and ethical conduct. Members of the University of Vermont community embrace and advance the values of Our Common Ground: Respect, Integrity, Innovation, Openness, Justice, and Responsibility. Staff play a critical role in this effort and the successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to UVM’s mission and advancing Our Common Ground values through the execution of their job duties.
- Bachelor’s degree in cyber/information security or related field or equivalent experience
- Recognized information security certification (or ability to acquire within one year).
- One to two years’ direct experience in information security analysis
- Understanding of technical concepts underpinning internet-connected enterprise services
- Ability to communicate effectively in writing, producing high-quality procedural documentation and comprehensive activity and incident reports that enable accurate self-assessment, audit readiness, and continuous improvement within the Information Security Office.
- Effective customer service, communication, and interpersonal skills;
- Ability to instruct or guide clients at all levels of experience in basic account operations, including account management and basic usage of common applications;
- Effective organizational skills, including ability to manage multiple concurrent tasks and support cases;
- Demonstrated ability to apply judgment and work with accuracy in routine cases and in exceptional situations;
- Proficiency with common productivity applications and command line interfaces in Windows, macOS, or Linux.
- Professional experience with cybersecurity incident response, endpoint/network forensics, and/or continuous security monitoring;
- Ability to produce admissible documentation and maintain evidentiary chain of custody;
- Experience with cyber threat intelligence platforms;
- Experience with constituent education/outreach and proficiency presenting via remote instruction tools;
- Familiarity with securing cloud-based email, file storage, and applications; experience with enterprise-level security information and event management (SIEM).
Position will be posted for a minimum of one week, after which it is subject to removal without notice.
The University of Vermont is a welcoming, educationally purposeful community committed to creating an inclusive environment that embraces intellectual diversity and global perspectives. We seek to prepare students to be accountable leaders who will bring to their work a grasp of complexity, effective problem-solving and communication skills, and an enduring commitment to learning and ethical conduct. Members of the University of Vermont community embrace and advance the values of Our Common Ground: Respect, Integrity, Innovation, Openness, Justice, and Responsibility. Staff play a critical role in this effort and the successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to UVM’s mission and advancing Our Common Ground values through the execution of their job duties.
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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 CENCORE, TikTok, and Pure Storage, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 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 44% of entry level security operations manager openings are remote or hybrid as of August 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, Insurance, and Electronics & Hardware, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 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.