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Entry Level Vulnerability Assessment Analyst Jobs

The Vulnerability Analyst will play an important role to identify, assess, prioritize, report, and assist others in mitigating vulnerabilities within an organization's information systems. This ...

The Vulnerability Analyst will play an important role to identify, assess, prioritize, report, and assist others in mitigating vulnerabilities within an organization's information systems. This ...

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How much do entry level vulnerability assessment analyst jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for entry level vulnerability assessment analyst in the United States is $27.77, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.23 and $30.05 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Entry Level Vulnerability Assessment Analyst vs Security Analyst?

AspectEntry Level Vulnerability Assessment AnalystSecurity Analyst
CertificationsCompTIA Security+, CEH (optional)CompTIA Security+, CISSP (entry-level roles may not require)
Work EnvironmentPrimarily in cybersecurity teams, performing assessments and scansBroader security operations, including monitoring and incident response
Industry UsageCommon in IT and cybersecurity firms, government agenciesWidespread across industries, including finance, healthcare, and tech

While both roles focus on security, the Entry Level Vulnerability Assessment Analyst specializes in identifying system vulnerabilities through assessments, whereas a Security Analyst has a broader scope, including monitoring security events and responding to incidents. The analyst role is more focused on proactive vulnerability detection, making it ideal for those starting in cybersecurity with an interest in vulnerability management.

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Infographic showing various Entry Level Vulnerability Assessment Analyst job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $57,761 per year, or $27.8 per hour.

Sentinel - Systems Engineer (SCRM Vulnerability Assessment)

Roy, UT • On-site

Northrop Grumman
Space Research Administration • 10K+ employees

$79K - $118K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 11 days ago


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RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time Description At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way.

Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work - and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history. Northrop Grumman is seeking to hire a Systems Engineer SCRM Vulnerability Assessment to support our Systems Security Engineering (SSE) team.

In this role, you will be responsible for researching, testing, and documenting the cybersecurity posture of commercial off-the-shelf hardware and software products. This position will be located in Roy, UT. Responsibilities Include: Perform vulnerability assessments against COTs hardware / software Review, Interpret, and Communicate vulnerability assessment results Participate in a variety of working groups, customer meetings Contributes to the ongoing enhancement of assessment capabilities through the development and implementation of improved methodology, processes, infrastructure, tools, and deliverables Basic Qualifications: BS in one of the following or equivalent disciplines: Software Engineering, Computer Science, Digital Forensics, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering with 2 years of related experience, or a Master's degree in the above disciplines with 0 years of related experience Must be a US Citizen with an active U.S

Government Secret security clearance at time of application, current and within scope (<6 years), with an ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) approval within a reasonable period, as determined by the company to meet its business need Minimum 2 years of combined experience in software engineering, software or hardware testing, systems security engineering, or electrical engineering, or 0 years with a Master's degree in the above fields. Ability to obtain CompTIA Security+ certification within 6 months of starting in the position. Familiarity of developing, documenting, and executing formal test plans and procedures, with a specific focus on vulnerability/penetration testing and counterfeit part assurance.

Preferred Qualifications: Top Secret Security Clearance Any of the following certifications: OSCP, GREM, PenTest+ or comparable industry-recognized certifications Experience utilizing penetration testing and vulnerability assessment tools (Kali Linux / Metasploit / NESSUS / ACAS / OpenVAS / Etc.) Experience validating software configurations (STIG / OpenSCAP) Experience with software forensics activities / processes Experience with SCRM chain of custody processes / procedures Experience in software or hardware reverse engineering and exploratory reconnaissance Experience performing with OSINT analysis Familiarity with MBSE concepts and tools to trace security requirements to test verification Experience in bridging SW and HW in cross-disciplinary testing. As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including: Medical, Dental & Vision coverage 401k Educational Assistance Life Insurance Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions Paid Time Off Health & Wellness Resources Employee Discounts This position's standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off

#Sentinelsystems Primary Level Salary Range: $79,300.00 - $118,900.00 The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results

Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business. The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date.

However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO

U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.


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About Northrop Grumman

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At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work - and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible.

Industry

Space research administration

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Falls Church, VA, US

Year founded

1939