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As of Sep 15, 2026, the average yearly pay for day shift cyber security in the United States is $132,962.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $111,000.00 and $150,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Day shift cyber security jobs involve protecting an organization’s computer systems, networks, and data from cyber threats and attacks during regular business hours. Professionals in these roles monitor security systems, respond to incidents, conduct vulnerability assessments, and ensure compliance with security policies while working standard daytime schedules. These positions are essential in maintaining the security posture of organizations and often require strong analytical skills, technical expertise, and up-to-date knowledge of the latest cybersecurity threats and tools.

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Day shift cyber security professionals often handle a high volume of security alerts, routine monitoring, and incident response during peak business hours. They must balance rapid decision-making with thoroughness to minimize false positives and maintain strong security posture. Collaboration with IT, compliance, and other business units is frequent, requiring clear communication and adaptability. Staying organized and proactive with ongoing training helps manage these challenges and supports effective incident handling.

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Day shift cybersecurity jobs typically involve monitoring networks for security threats, analyzing security alerts, implementing security measures, and responding to incidents during regular business hours. Professionals often use tools like intrusion detection systems and firewalls and may perform routine system updates and vulnerability assessments to protect organizational data.
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Infographic showing various Day Shift Cyber Security job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 69% Full Time, 25% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $132,962 per year, or $63.9 per hour.

Cybersecurity Engineer w/Top Secret Clearance

Columbus, OH

TekSynap
IT Services • 201 - 500 employees
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$175K - $235K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 19 days ago

TekSynap rating

8.1

Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

Based on 5 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Overview

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Locations: Land and Maritime, Columbus OH or DLA Aviation Richmond VA
  • Type of environment: Office
  • Noise level: Medium
  • Work schedule: Schedule is day shift Monday – Friday. May be requested to work evenings and weekends to meet program and contract needs.
  • Amount of Travel: Less than 10%

WORK AUTHORIZATION/SECURITY CLEARANCE

U.S. Citizen

Top Secret Clearance T-5

WAGE INFORMATION

Target salary range: $175,000 - $235,000. The salary range displayed is an estimate and will be determined on several factors regarding the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies and experience, as well as contract parameters and organizational requirements.  The displayed salary is one component of the total compensation package for employees. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to handle, feel, touch; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is regularly required to lift up to 10 pounds. The employee is frequently required to lift up to 25 pounds; and up to 50 pounds. The vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

OTHER INFORMATION

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice


Responsibilities

We are seeking a Cybersecurity Engineer to join our Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Team.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience

  • Minimum of seven (7) years of relevant IT experience, with demonstrated work in cybersecurity or information assurance engineering.
  • Minimum of four (4) years of experience creating customized SNORT signatures.
  • Demonstrated experience supporting government agencies, customers, or contracts within federal environments. This includes the Intelligence Community (IC), Department of Defense (DoD), Federal Civil agencies, and military organizations. Prior experience supporting the same or similar contract, with an in-depth understanding of the customer environment, requirements, and operational landscape, is highly desirable.

Certifications

  • DoD 8570/8140 CND-IS certification 

    • CEH – Certified Ethical Hacker

    • CFR – CyberSec First Responder

    • CHFI – Computer Hacking Forensic Investigator

    • Cloud+

AND 

  • Computing Environment: Trellix IPS manager, Check Point IPS Blade

AND

  • DoD Approved 8570 Baseline Certification: Category IAT Level III
    • CASP+ CE – CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner (CE)
    • CCNP Security – Cisco Certified Network Professional Security
    • CISA – Certified Information Systems Auditor
    • CISSP (or Associate) – Certified Information Systems Security Professional
    • GCED – GIAC Certified Enterprise Defender
    • GCIH – GIAC Certified Incident Handler
    • CCSP – Certified Cloud Security Professional

Clearance

  • Must possess a Top Secret clearance with a favorable NACLC and be eligible for an IT-I (Tier 5/SSBI) Critical-Sensitive clearance.  

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Perform a variety of technical and analytical project tasks related to specialized Information Assurance (IA) and cybersecurity engineering.
  • Integrate electronic processes and methodologies to identify, analyze, and resolve complex system-level or technology-related IA issues.
  • Analyze information security requirements to ensure compliance with Department of Defense (DoD) cybersecurity policies, directives, and standards.
  • Apply analytical and systematic approaches to improve cybersecurity workflows, organizational efficiency, and planning processes.
  • Provide security engineering support across all phases of the system development lifecycle—including planning, design, development, testing, demonstration, and integration.
  • Develop, implement, and maintain cybersecurity solutions, including intrusion prevention, detection, and response mechanisms.
  • Create, customize, and test SNORT signatures to enhance intrusion detection and prevention capabilities.
  • Configure and manage Trellix IPS Manager and Check Point IPS Blade systems for optimal performance and security posture.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate IA and cybersecurity controls within enterprise and mission systems.

Qualifications

TekSynap is a fast growing high-tech company that understands both the pace of technology today and the need to have a comprehensive well planned information management environment. “Technology moving at the speed of thought” embodies these principles – the need to nimbly utilize the best that information technology offers to meet the business needs of our Federal Government customers. Apply now to explore jobs with us at www.TekSynap.com. 

We offer our full-time employees a competitive benefits package to include health, dental, vision, 401K, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability plans, vacation time and holidays. 

TekSynap is a drug-free workplace. We reserve the right to conduct drug testing in accordance with federal, state, and local laws. All employees and candidates may be subject to drug screening if deemed necessary to ensure a safe and compliant working environment.

By applying to a role at TekSynap you are providing consent to receive text messages regarding your interview and employment status.  If at any time you would like to opt out of text messaging, respond "STOP". As part of the application process, you agree that TekSynap Corporation may retain and use your name, e-mail, and contact information for purposes related to employment consideration. 

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. TekSynap does not discriminate against any person because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, national origin, disability, age, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law (referred to as “protected status”). This nondiscrimination policy extends to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment as well as the use of all company facilities, participation in all company-sponsored activities, and all employment actions such as promotions, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment. TekSynap is committed to ensuring that our online application process provides an equal employment opportunity to all job seekers, including individuals with disabilities. If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an application, please contact hr@teksynap.com for assistance.

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