Security Researcher Jobs in Illinois

Security Researcher jobs in Illinois are open across Chicago, North Chicago, and Northbrook and other Illinois metros, with employers like Advocate Aurora Health, AbbVie, and Aikido Security hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles261+
Top employerAdvocate Aurora Health
Top cityChicago, IL
Cities hiring55
Work type73% On-site
Top industryTechnology

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Insight
Security Representative I
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Insight
New 5h ago
Security Representative I
Insight
Hanover Park, Illinois
Health & Safety (EHS & OHS)
Security & Protective Services
$20.50/hr
On-Site
High School
10,000+

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Wintrust Financial Corporation
Senior Cloud Security Engineer
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Wintrust Financial Corporation
New 6h ago
Senior Cloud Security Engineer
Wintrust Financial Corporation
Rosemont, Illinois
Cybersecurity
Cloud & DevOps
Cloud Engineering
Security Engineering
$117k - $158k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's
1,001-5,000

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Johnson Controls
Commercial Account Security Sales Exec
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Commercial Account Security Sales Exec
Johnson Controls
Moline, Illinois
Sales
Customer Success
Account Management
Inside Sales
$55k - $68k/yr
On-Site
High School
10,000+

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S&C Electric Company
Lead Security Officer
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S&C Electric Company
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Lead Security Officer
S&C Electric Company
Chicago, Illinois
Health & Safety (EHS & OHS)
Security & Protective Services
$78k - $98k/yr
On-Site
High School
1,001-5,000

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City of Chicago, IL
Senior Security Analyst
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City of Chicago, IL
Added 3d ago
Senior Security Analyst
City of Chicago, IL
Chicago, Illinois
Cybersecurity
Compliance & Legal
Security Engineering
Cybersecurity Operations
Compliance & Risk
$120k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's

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Security Researcher Jobs by City in Illinois

Where Illinois roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Chicago
150 jobs
North Chicago
14 jobs
Northbrook
7 jobs
Downers Grove
5 jobs
Lisle
5 jobs
Hoffman Estates
4 jobs
Naperville
4 jobs
Oak Brook
4 jobs
Springfield
4 jobs

Security Researcher Job Market in Illinois

A snapshot from current Illinois openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Advocate Aurora Health
    Advocate Aurora Health16
  • AbbVie
    AbbVie11
  • Aikido Security
    Aikido Security9
  • Molex
    Molex5
  • Pinterest
    Pinterest5

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software47
  • Consulting & Professional Services32
  • Healthcare & Medical Services32
  • Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals17
  • Investment & Asset Management14

What Illinois Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in security researcher jobs across Illinois.

  • 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

Security Researcher Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions

How many security researcher jobs are there in Illinois?

There are 261+ security researcher openings in Illinois on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Chicago, North Chicago, and Northbrook. New positions post regularly as employers across Illinois hire.

How much do security researchers make in Illinois?

Security researchers in Illinois earn a median of about $124,180 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $78,760 for the lowest 10% to over $172,830 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which Illinois cities have the most security researcher jobs?

Chicago, North Chicago, and Northbrook have the most security researcher openings in Illinois right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.

Which companies hire security researchers in Illinois?

Employers hiring security researchers in Illinois include Advocate Aurora Health, AbbVie, and Aikido Security, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.

Are there remote security researcher jobs in Illinois?

Yes. About 27% of security researcher openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Illinois metros.

How do I apply for security researcher jobs in Illinois?

You can apply to security researcher jobs in Illinois directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Illinois location, then apply to each one that fits.

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