Remote Cybersecurity Analyst Jobs In MD
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Remote Cybersecurity Analyst — Maryland (Remote)
Can You Spot the Threat Others Miss?
Picture this: It’s 3 AM. Somewhere in the world, someone’s trying to break in—not through a window, but through a firewall. You’re not just the person who spots the threat; you’re the one who anticipates it. Here, your vigilance becomes the line between safety and compromise for thousands of users and businesses who count on secure, uninterrupted operations.
Why This Role Matters
Security isn’t just about blocking attacks—it’s about making people feel safe enough to focus on what matters. That’s what you’ll do. Your work will empower healthcare systems, financial institutions, and public agencies to innovate with confidence, knowing their data and operations are protected by your expertise. Every vulnerability you close, every threat you neutralize, makes someone’s day smoother—and lets organizations grow with less risk and more trust.
How You’ll Shape Cybersecurity Outcomes
Forget checklists—here, you drive the action. You’ll hunt for advanced threats, proactively shore up defenses, and design solutions that adapt as quickly as the threat landscape shifts. When you analyze incidents, your findings don’t just go into a report—they change how we do security across the organization.
- Your investigations will prevent tomorrow’s breaches, not just today’s noise.
- Partnering with engineering and IT, you’ll guide the deployment of zero-trust architectures and identity management solutions.
- Your recommendations on endpoint security and network segmentation will safeguard both remote collaboration tools and cloud infrastructure.
- Lead security awareness initiatives—so users at every level become a living part of our defense, not a weak link.
- Turn real-time threat intelligence into actions that matter: shutting down vulnerabilities before they’re exploited.
- Contribute your perspective on incident response plans, so we’re always ready, never reactive.
Where and How You’ll Work
This isn’t just remote—it’s truly flexible. Set up your home office in Maryland, or work from anywhere in the state where you’re at your best. We measure impact, not hours clocked. You’ll sync with your team over Zoom, dig deep into SIEM dashboards, and collaborate in real time with partners from engineering, compliance, and client support. The workday strikes a balance between independence and genuine camaraderie. We move quickly, but you’ll always have space to focus deeply—no endless meetings, just meaningful conversations and impactful work.
The Tools That Fuel Your Success
You’ll use enterprise-grade security platforms—think Splunk, CrowdStrike, and Microsoft Defender—to track, triage, and act on alerts. Our remote collaboration stack keeps everyone aligned: Jira for ticket management, Confluence for shared knowledge, and Slack for instant problem-solving. We’re always piloting new technology, so your feedback helps shape what we invest in next.
The Impact You’ll Make
Your ability to simplify complex risks means even non-technical stakeholders understand their security posture. When you lead a post-incident review, your insights ripple outward—shaping training, policies, and even our vendor choices. Each proactive defense you implement protects vital infrastructure across Maryland and beyond. You’ll become the trusted voice who turns uncertainty into clarity and who brings calm when it’s needed most.
What You Bring
- You see patterns where others see noise—analyzing logs and alerts until the story behind the data is clear.
- Experience securing cloud environments (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and managing endpoint protection across distributed teams.
- Familiarity with regulatory frameworks, such as HIPAA, NIST, or PCI DSS, helps you build controls that keep us audit-ready.
- You simplify complex ideas—whether it’s over Zoom or in a one-pager for leadership.
- Curiosity that keeps you learning, plus the discipline to keep our playbooks sharp.
- When the heat is on, you remain calm and focused—motivated by purpose, not panic.
Your Growth Path
Security evolves fast—so will you. From threat hunting workshops to cert sponsorships (CISSP, CEH, Security+), we’ll invest in your learning. You’ll work alongside analysts, engineers, and policy experts who challenge you and have your back. As you expand your expertise, you’ll influence everything from incident response strategy to technology selection for our remote teams.
The Story Behind the Role
Not long ago, one of our analysts traced a suspicious login across three continents—unraveling an attempted data breach before it became headline news. Their quick action safeguarded thousands of personal records and inspired the redesign of our remote access protocols. Here, your instincts don’t just protect data; they protect reputations and futures.
Inspired to Make Impact?
If you’re ready to make an impact from day one—using your curiosity, skill, and insight to protect what matters—we’re ready to meet you. Let’s build something secure, meaningful, and lasting. Apply today.
Annual Salary: $129,045