Entry Level Senior Information Security Analyst Jobs
New grad senior information security analyst jobs are open to recent graduates and entry level candidates with little to no experience, where a strong portfolio or internship work can matter more than a long resume. Most openings mix on-site and remote settings across Technology & Software, Healthcare & Medical Services, and Education, with employers like Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals, MedAire, and Walmart hiring at this level now.
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INTRODUCTION
Vestwell is the financial technology company powering the new savings economy. Our platform redefines how people save for the critical aspects of life across retirement, education, and healthcare savings needs. Today, Vestwell enables over 350,000 businesses and over 2M active savers, with over $50B in assets saved across all 50 states. Vestwell's platform serves a diverse clientele, including financial advisers, employers, third-party administrators, financial institutions, payroll providers, government agencies, and individual savers.
ABOUT THE ROLE
The Vestwell Corporate Information Technology team is looking for an experienced, meticulous and detail-oriented Information Security compliance analyst to be responsible for monitoring the compliance systems in our rapidly scaling organization. The compliance analyst's responsibilities include reviewing our SOC controls and comparing them to actions today, coming up with new automations to confirm compliance, responding to RFPs, and building a library of knowledge to speed up the RFP response program. You will work cross-functionally with teams such as Security and Engineering to identify and correct any flaws in our Compliance systems as well as Legal and Compliance to advise on best practices and policies. You should have a sound working knowledge of compliance, including audits and RFPs. You should be detail oriented with strong analytical skills and have good communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
YOUR ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Manage cybersecurity risk processes, including risk registers, findings, vulnerabilities, remediation plans, ownership, escalation, and business acceptance within the Vestwell Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) solution.
- Manage cybersecurity compliance obligations across regulatory, contractual, and customer requirements, including NIST, ISO and SOC 1&2, and other applicable cybersecurity standards and frameworks.
- Coordinate cybersecurity audits, assessments, evidence requests, customer reviews, and remediation tracking in partnership with Legal, Compliance, IT, and business leaders.
- Support customer, vendor, supplier, and subcontractor cybersecurity risk management, including questionnaires, contract reviews, security expectations, and customer-facing services.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
The Necessities
- Experience with SOC, ISO, and other audits
- Experience responding to RFPs
- Experience working cross-teams to implement new compliance processes
- Vendor management, review experience
The Extras
- Familiarity with software such as:
+ Crowdstrike
+ Vanta
+ Responsive
- Led an audit response
LOCATION
This role will be based in our New York City or Austin office, and will be part of Vestwell's hybrid in-office operation.
COMPENSATION
- Salary Range: $90K - $105K base
This position is eligible to participate in the Company Bonus Pool and is eligible to receive new hire equity in the Company. Please note that salary bands are based on NY and other similar metro areas and may differ based on where the role is ultimately hired.
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
We’re an innovative, high-growth company with an exciting future ahead. At Vestwell, we prioritize employee wellbeing through comprehensive health benefits, generous time off, and a dedicated Employee Wellbeing Committee. Our hybrid work model offers flexibility while providing access to our collaborative offices in Midtown Manhattan, Austin, King of Prussia, and Scottsdale. And, of course, as a company focused on helping people save for the future, we offer a competitive 401(k) plan.
INTERVIEW PROCESS
Our interview process starts the same for every candidate with 1-2 introductory conversations to learn more about your background, interests, and what you're looking for, while also giving you the opportunity to learn more about Vestwell and the team. From there, the process varies by role but typically includes a skills or experience-based assessment, such as a coding interview, portfolio review, or deeper discussion of your relevant experience. Successful candidates then move on to a virtual or in-person interview panel. Before extending an offer, we complete a reference check with a current or former manager and a peer. Throughout the process, we prioritize transparency, clear communication, and minimizing surprises. For your awareness you will only receive correspondence from recruiting@vestwell.com; any other domain not ending in vestwell.com is not our Recruitment team.
Vestwell’s Privacy Policy.
Attention California residents: In the course of conducting our business and complying with federal, state, and local government regulations governing such matters as employment, tax, insurance, etc., we must collect Personal Information from you. Should you accept employment with Vestwell you may view our California Privacy Rights Act here: Vestwell’s California Privacy Rights Policy.
INTRODUCTION
Vestwell is the financial technology company powering the new savings economy. Our platform redefines how people save for the critical aspects of life across retirement, education, and healthcare savings needs. Today, Vestwell enables over 350,000 businesses and over 2M active savers, with over $50B in assets saved across all 50 states. Vestwell's platform serves a diverse clientele, including financial advisers, employers, third-party administrators, financial institutions, payroll providers, government agencies, and individual savers.
ABOUT THE ROLE
The Vestwell Corporate Information Technology team is looking for an experienced, meticulous and detail-oriented Information Security compliance analyst to be responsible for monitoring the compliance systems in our rapidly scaling organization. The compliance analyst's responsibilities include reviewing our SOC controls and comparing them to actions today, coming up with new automations to confirm compliance, responding to RFPs, and building a library of knowledge to speed up the RFP response program. You will work cross-functionally with teams such as Security and Engineering to identify and correct any flaws in our Compliance systems as well as Legal and Compliance to advise on best practices and policies. You should have a sound working knowledge of compliance, including audits and RFPs. You should be detail oriented with strong analytical skills and have good communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
YOUR ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Manage cybersecurity risk processes, including risk registers, findings, vulnerabilities, remediation plans, ownership, escalation, and business acceptance within the Vestwell Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) solution.
- Manage cybersecurity compliance obligations across regulatory, contractual, and customer requirements, including NIST, ISO and SOC 1&2, and other applicable cybersecurity standards and frameworks.
- Coordinate cybersecurity audits, assessments, evidence requests, customer reviews, and remediation tracking in partnership with Legal, Compliance, IT, and business leaders.
- Support customer, vendor, supplier, and subcontractor cybersecurity risk management, including questionnaires, contract reviews, security expectations, and customer-facing services.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
The Necessities
- Experience with SOC, ISO, and other audits
- Experience responding to RFPs
- Experience working cross-teams to implement new compliance processes
- Vendor management, review experience
The Extras
- Familiarity with software such as:
+ Crowdstrike
+ Vanta
+ Responsive
- Led an audit response
LOCATION
This role will be based in our New York City or Austin office, and will be part of Vestwell's hybrid in-office operation.
COMPENSATION
- Salary Range: $90K - $105K base
This position is eligible to participate in the Company Bonus Pool and is eligible to receive new hire equity in the Company. Please note that salary bands are based on NY and other similar metro areas and may differ based on where the role is ultimately hired.
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
We’re an innovative, high-growth company with an exciting future ahead. At Vestwell, we prioritize employee wellbeing through comprehensive health benefits, generous time off, and a dedicated Employee Wellbeing Committee. Our hybrid work model offers flexibility while providing access to our collaborative offices in Midtown Manhattan, Austin, King of Prussia, and Scottsdale. And, of course, as a company focused on helping people save for the future, we offer a competitive 401(k) plan.
INTERVIEW PROCESS
Our interview process starts the same for every candidate with 1-2 introductory conversations to learn more about your background, interests, and what you're looking for, while also giving you the opportunity to learn more about Vestwell and the team. From there, the process varies by role but typically includes a skills or experience-based assessment, such as a coding interview, portfolio review, or deeper discussion of your relevant experience. Successful candidates then move on to a virtual or in-person interview panel. Before extending an offer, we complete a reference check with a current or former manager and a peer. Throughout the process, we prioritize transparency, clear communication, and minimizing surprises. For your awareness you will only receive correspondence from recruiting@vestwell.com; any other domain not ending in vestwell.com is not our Recruitment team.
Vestwell’s Privacy Policy.
Attention California residents: In the course of conducting our business and complying with federal, state, and local government regulations governing such matters as employment, tax, insurance, etc., we must collect Personal Information from you. Should you accept employment with Vestwell you may view our California Privacy Rights Act here: Vestwell’s California Privacy Rights Policy.
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Entry Level Senior Information Security Analyst Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level senior information security analyst job?
Start by earning a foundational certification such as CompTIA Security+ or CompTIA CySA+, which many entry level employers treat as a substitute for years of experience. Build a home lab, document a personal project, or complete a capture-the-flag challenge to show hands-on skills. Internship experience and a GitHub or portfolio page demonstrating practical security work give candidates a clear edge at this stage.
Which companies hire entry level senior information security analysts?
Companies hiring entry level senior information security analysts right now include Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals, MedAire, and Walmart, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. At this level, hiring covers government contractors, financial institutions, healthcare organizations, and technology firms that maintain dedicated security teams and regularly bring on early-career talent.
Are there remote entry level senior information security analyst jobs?
Yes, though on-site roles remain common at this level. About 27% of entry level senior information security analyst openings are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, so candidates willing to work on-site will find a broader pool of openings while remote-only searchers still have real options worth applying to.
Are these new grad senior information security analyst jobs?
Yes, these listings include new grad, recent graduate, and junior roles in information security. A new grad friendly posting typically welcomes zero to two years of experience, accepts internships or academic projects in place of full-time history, and values certifications or a portfolio over a lengthy resume. Filtering for entry level or junior in your search surfaces the most accessible postings.
Which industries hire the most entry level senior information security analysts?
Entry Level senior information security analyst roles concentrate in Technology & Software, Healthcare & Medical Services, and Education, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. These sectors handle sensitive data at scale and face strict compliance requirements, which drives steady demand for early-career security professionals who can support threat monitoring, vulnerability assessments, and incident response functions.