Security Jobs in United States
There are 35,553 open Security jobs in United States on freehire right now. 7,758 of them were posted recently. The skills employers ask for most often are cloud, cybersecurity and ai.
Salary
| Currency | Period | 25th | Median | 75th | Postings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| USD | year | $138,600 | $170,000 | $205,000 | 2,589 |
| USD | hour | $19 | $24 | $36 | 216 |
From postings that disclose pay. Currencies are counted separately, never converted.
Most requested skills
- cloud 22%
- cybersecurity 22%
- ai 15%
- automation 12%
- typescript 11%
- aws 10%
- python 9%
- azure 8%
How the work is done
- Onsite 2,482 · 7%
- Remote 2,240 · 6%
- Hybrid 1,990 · 6%
Visa sponsorship offered in 24% of the 4,056 postings that state a position on it.
Seniority
- Senior 6,019
- Lead 1,821
- Principal 912
- Middle 747
- Junior 639
- Staff 594
Who is hiring
- 1000+ employees 5,469
- 501-1000 employees 1,648
- 51-200 employees 423
- 11-50 employees 267
- 201-500 employees 63
- 1-10 employees 54
Cybersecurity Lead Engineer/Architect
Leads cybersecurity architecture and engineering, designing and implementing controls across cloud, network, and AI systems while embedding security into enterprise infrastructure and AI development workflows.
Cyber Event Red Teamer
Red team operator designing and running offensive cyber range content for U.S. government cyber training exercises, including virtual machines, TTPs, and after-action reviews.
Cyber Security Engineer
Engineer cybersecurity requirements, assess software for vulnerabilities, and mentor teams to integrate security into DoD software development lifecycles.
*$2500 SIGN ON BONUS!* - Travel Security Field Install Technician
On-site technician installs, maintains, and repairs security systems like cameras, access control, and alarms across facilities, ensuring compliance and safety.
Senior Cloud Database Engineer with Security Clearance
Designs, automates, and secures cloud PostgreSQL/EnterpriseDB databases on AWS for classified DoD systems requiring Top Secret/SCI clearance.
ETS Senior Storage Systems Engineer- 3622925 with Security Clearance
Design, deploy, and secure enterprise storage systems for a government client in Manassas, VA, ensuring high availability and compliance with security standards.
Staff GRC Specialist
Owns customer-facing security questionnaires (SIG, CAIQ, HECVAT) and maintains compliance documentation, acting as the GRC team’s liaison to Sales, Engineering, and Legal.
Contractor Special Security Officer (CSSO)
Oversee security compliance for classified defense programs, ensuring adherence to government regulations and managing classified material accountability at STR’s Woburn facility.