Threat Analyst Jobs

Threat Analyst jobs are open across government, defense, financial services, healthcare, and technology, from entry-level SOC roles to senior and principal positions, with specializations in cyber threat intelligence, incident response, and vulnerability assessment. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles163+
Top stateVirginia
Top employerLeidos
Top cityArlington, VA
Work type56% On-site
Top industryTechnology

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Vulnerability Threat Management Triage Analyst
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Vulnerability Threat Management Triage Analyst
NTT DATA
Irving, Texas
Compliance & Risk
Cybersecurity
IT Support
Security Engineering
$50 - $60/hr
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Insider Threat (InT) Analyst (TS with SCI Eligibility clearance)
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Insider Threat (InT) Analyst (TS with SCI Eligibility clearance)
Akima
Washington, District of Columbia
Customer Service
Customer Success
Customer Support
$125k - $135k/yr
On-Site
10,000+

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IT Security Analyst - Threat and Vulnerability Management Team
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IT Security Analyst - Threat and Vulnerability Management Team
Bloomberg
New York, New York
Business Analysis
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$155k - $190k/yr
Bachelor's degree in engineering
10,000+

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Cyber Threat Intelligence & SOAR Automation Analyst
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Cyber Threat Intelligence & SOAR Automation Analyst
Leidos
Hill AFB, Utah
Cybersecurity
IT Support
Network Engineering
$87k - $157k/yr
Bachelor's degree in information technology
10,000+

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Cyber Threat Intelligence & SOAR Automation Analyst
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Cyber Threat Intelligence & SOAR Automation Analyst
Leidos
Scott AFB, Illinois
IT Support
Project Management
Technical Program Management
$87k - $157k/yr
Bachelor's degree in information technology
10,000+

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Threat Analyst Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • Leidos10
  • Peraton9
  • Amentum6
  • Booz Allen Hamilton5
  • MANTECH4

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software
  • Fintech
  • Accounting & Auditing
  • Animal Care & Pet Services
  • Banking & Financial Services

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in threat analyst jobs.

  • Experience with SIEM platforms such as Splunk, Microsoft Sentinel, or IBM QRadar
  • Proficiency in threat intelligence frameworks including MITRE ATT&CK and the Cyber Kill Chain
  • Bachelor's degree in cybersecurity, computer science, information technology, or a related field
  • Active or clearable security clearance, with TS/SCI required for federal and defense roles
  • Industry certifications such as CompTIA CySA+, GIAC GCTI, GCFE, or CISSP
  • Hands-on experience with malware analysis, indicator enrichment, and intrusion detection

Tips for Your Threat Analyst Job Search

Tailor your resume to threat types

Generic security resumes get filtered out fast. Rewrite your bullet points around the specific threat categories a role targets, whether that's nation-state actors, ransomware groups, or insider threats, so your experience maps directly to the job description.

Get your certifications in the right order

Entry-level postings frequently require CompTIA Security+ or CySA+, while senior roles expect GCTI, GCFE, or CISSP. Identify which tier you're targeting before you apply, then close any certification gaps before submitting rather than after.

Show your threat intelligence workflow

Hiring managers want to see how you actually work, not just tool names. Document a real workflow you've used: how you collect indicators, enrich them, assess confidence levels, and produce a finished intelligence product your team can act on.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists threat analyst openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Prepare for adversary emulation questions

Interviewers at security-mature organizations often walk you through a hypothetical attack chain and ask you to attribute it, assess impact, or recommend detection logic. Practice talking through a known threat actor's TTPs using the MITRE ATT&CK framework before you get on the call.

Negotiate clearance sponsorship before accepting

Many threat analyst roles require a Secret or TS/SCI clearance but won't sponsor new applicants. Confirm the employer's clearance sponsorship policy during your first recruiter screen, not after the offer, so you don't invest weeks in a process that leads nowhere.

Threat Analyst Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most threat analysts?

Leidos, Peraton, and Amentum are hiring the most threat analysts right now, with openings concentrated in Virginia, Maryland, and Ohio, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Defense contractors, federal agencies, and large financial institutions consistently account for the highest volume of active postings.

How many threat analyst jobs are remote?

About 44% of threat analyst openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though fully on-site roles remain common wherever a clearance or classified network access is required. Cyber threat intelligence and open-source research functions tend to be the most remote-friendly sub-specializations within the field.

How do you become a threat analyst?

Start by building a foundation in networking, operating systems, and security fundamentals, then earn a recognized certification such as CompTIA Security+ or CySA+. Develop hands-on skills through home lab work, capture-the-flag competitions, or a SOC analyst role. Progress into threat intelligence by learning adversary frameworks, practicing indicator analysis, and producing written intelligence assessments that demonstrate analytical judgment.

Can you get a threat analyst job with little experience?

Yes, some employers hire candidates with limited professional experience if you can demonstrate practical skills through self-directed work. Build a portfolio that includes documented threat hunts, malware analysis write-ups, or intelligence reports you created on your own. Entry-level SOC or security operations roles are a common bridge, as they give you exposure to alerts and incidents that directly translate to threat analyst work.

What does the threat analyst interview process look like?

Most processes begin with a recruiter screen focused on your background and clearance eligibility, followed by a technical interview where you walk through past investigations, analyze a sample threat scenario, or map attacker behavior to a known framework. Final rounds often include a panel with senior analysts or a written exercise asking you to produce a short intelligence report or detection recommendation from a provided dataset.

Where can I find and apply to threat analyst jobs?

You can find and apply to threat analyst jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Find roles that match your specialization and experience level, then apply directly to each listing from the page.

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