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Sphinx LLC

Cyber Analyst

Quantico, VA · Remote

$105K - $155K/yr

... defending critical infrastructure from cyber criminals and ransomware campaigns. The roles and ... Type : Full-time Pay : $105,000.00 - $155,000.00 per year Benefits : * 401(k) * 401(k) matching

Sphinx LLC

Cyber Analyst

Reston, VA · Remote

$105K - $155K/yr

... defending critical infrastructure from cyber criminals and ransomware campaigns. The roles and ... Type : Full-time Pay : $105,000.00 - $155,000.00 per year Benefits : * 401(k) * 401(k) matching

Sphinx LLC

Cyber Analyst

Reston, VA · Remote

$165K - $175K/yr

Active TS/SCI Clearance Required (CI Polygraph Eligible) Job Type: Full-Time Location: Reston, VA ... actors, defending critical infrastructure from cyber threats and ransomware campaigns, and ...

JASINT

Cyber Defense Analyst

Monterey, CA · On-site

$120K - $137K/yr

Regular Full-Time Salary Range: $120k/yr - $137k/yr Clearance Requirements This position requires a ... Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, ACAS, Palo Alto Networks, GitLab, BurpSuite, MacOS, iPadOS ...

Prescient Edge

MID CI Cyber Analyst

Herndon, VA · On-site

... Job Type Full-Time Career Level Staff Education Bachelor's Degree Travel Security Clearance ... defending critical infrastructure from cyber criminals and ransomware campaigns. * The roles and ...

Prescient Edge

MID CI Cyber Analyst

Herndon, VA · On-site

... Job Type Full-Time Career Level Staff Education Bachelor's Degree Travel Security Clearance ... defending critical infrastructure from cyber criminals and ransomware campaigns. * The roles and ...

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How much do full time cyber defender jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for full time cyber defender in the United States is $112,871.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $91,500.00 and $130,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Full Time Cyber Defender vs Cyber Security Analyst?

AspectFull Time Cyber DefenderCyber Security Analyst
CertificationsCompTIA Security+, CISSP, CEHCompTIA Security+, CISSP, CEH
Work EnvironmentSecurity operations centers, corporate IT teamsSecurity teams, IT departments, consulting firms
Employer & Industry UsageBusinesses, government agencies, defense contractorsCorporations, government agencies, consulting firms

Both roles require similar certifications and often work in security operations centers or IT teams. While a Full Time Cyber Defender primarily focuses on defending organizational networks from cyber threats, a Cyber Security Analyst may also analyze security incidents and develop security policies. The roles are closely related, with overlapping skills and environments, but the Cyber Defender emphasizes active threat mitigation.

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Infographic showing various Full Time Cyber Defender job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 5% Locum Tenens, and 95% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $112,871 per year, or $54.3 per hour.
Defense Cyber Analyst

Defense Cyber Analyst

Goldbelt, Inc.

Honolulu, HI

$115K - $130K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 7 days ago

Job description

Overview

Global in our service, but local in our approach, the Nisga'a Tek team is committed to high quality service to honor those who defend us. Our work ensures mission assurance and execution, to both our customers and war fighters.

Summary:

Nisga'a Tek is seeking for a Defense Cyber Analyst at JBPHH, HI. 

Responsibilities

Essential Job Functions:

  • The candidate is required to assist and execute on mission assurance strategies regarding protecting and defending cyber terrain, which identifies with a mission set.
  • The candidate personnel shall work with the Government team to perform Cyber Threat Analysis and Vulnerability Analysis and provide the necessary support to manage, configure and deploy various security monitoring tools while also leveraging emerging threat intelligence (e.g. Indicators of Compromise) data to identify affected systems and the scope of suspicious activity.
  • Candidate shall review and collect system-level asset data (e.g. configurations, system processes) to support further investigation and then determine and implement remediation and recovery efforts.
  • The candidate shall provide recommendations on how to optimize security-monitoring tools based on threat data and hunting discoveries.
  • The candidate shall review network alert data to determine relevancy and level of prioritization, conduct vulnerability scans, review vulnerability assessment reports and provides appropriate recommendations to improve overall cyber defense posture.
  • Perform key asset scanning, monitoring, patching defending.
  • Deploy and implement network/system sensors.
  • Assist in the development of TTPs to respond to threat assessments.
  • Perform real time monitoring.
  • Perform log collection and analysis.

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Qualifications

Necessary Skills and Knowledge:

  • The candidate shall possess an understanding of the current cyber defense posture associated with the overall enterprise architecture, including the ability to identify gaps and weaknesses to enhance mission assurance.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite products and SharePoint collaborative tools to build trend analysis.
  • In-depth knowledge of network security architecture.
  • Knowledge of network and system monitoring/auditing tools.
  • Ability to analyze cyber vulnerability information and recommend mitigations.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Minimum 4 years of related experience
  • TS/SCI clearance
  • DoD 8570.1-M certified at IAT Level II, as well as Certified Ethical Hacker or equivalent

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for the position is $115,000.00-$130,000.00 annually.

At Goldbelt, we value and reward our team's dedication and hard work. We provide a competitive base salary commensurate with your qualifications and experience. As an employee, you'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with company matching, tax-deferred savings options, supplementary benefits, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.

Employment Type: FULL_TIME

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