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Wireless Intrusion Detection Specialist Level III

Aurora, CO · On-site

$147K - $199K/yr

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Yes Wireless Intrusion Detection Specialist Level III The successful candidate shall deliver comprehensive active monitoring and response (M&R) services designed to detect unauthorized signals and ...

(USA) Senior Intrusion Analyst

Anderson, MO · On-site

$90K - $180K/yr

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As a Senior Intrusion Analyst, you will lead efforts to detect, analyze, and respond to cyber intrusions, ensuring robust protection of organizational assets. This role requires expertise in security ...

(USA) Senior Intrusion Analyst

Johnson, AR · On-site

$90K - $180K/yr

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As a Senior Intrusion Analyst, you will lead efforts to detect, analyze, and respond to cyber intrusions, ensuring robust protection of organizational assets. This role requires expertise in security ...

(USA) Senior Intrusion Analyst

Cassville, MO · On-site

$90K - $180K/yr

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As a Senior Intrusion Analyst, you will lead efforts to detect, analyze, and respond to cyber intrusions, ensuring robust protection of organizational assets. This role requires expertise in security ...

(USA) Senior Intrusion Analyst

Farmington, AR · On-site

$90K - $180K/yr

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As a Senior Intrusion Analyst, you will lead efforts to detect, analyze, and respond to cyber intrusions, ensuring robust protection of organizational assets. This role requires expertise in security ...

(USA) Senior Intrusion Analyst

Decatur, AR · On-site

$90K - $180K/yr

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As a Senior Intrusion Analyst, you will lead efforts to detect, analyze, and respond to cyber intrusions, ensuring robust protection of organizational assets. This role requires expertise in security ...

(USA) Senior Intrusion Analyst

Cave Springs, AR · On-site

$90K - $180K/yr

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As a Senior Intrusion Analyst, you will lead efforts to detect, analyze, and respond to cyber intrusions, ensuring robust protection of organizational assets. This role requires expertise in security ...

(USA) Senior Intrusion Analyst

Elm Springs, AR · On-site

$90K - $180K/yr

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As a Senior Intrusion Analyst, you will lead efforts to detect, analyze, and respond to cyber intrusions, ensuring robust protection of organizational assets. This role requires expertise in security ...

(USA) Senior Intrusion Analyst

Gravette, AR · On-site

$90K - $180K/yr

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As a Senior Intrusion Analyst, you will lead efforts to detect, analyze, and respond to cyber intrusions, ensuring robust protection of organizational assets. This role requires expertise in security ...

(USA) Senior Intrusion Analyst

Pea Ridge, AR · On-site

$90K - $180K/yr

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As a Senior Intrusion Analyst, you will lead efforts to detect, analyze, and respond to cyber intrusions, ensuring robust protection of organizational assets. This role requires expertise in security ...

(USA) Senior Intrusion Analyst

Bella Vista, AR · On-site

$90K - $180K/yr

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As a Senior Intrusion Analyst, you will lead efforts to detect, analyze, and respond to cyber intrusions, ensuring robust protection of organizational assets. This role requires expertise in security ...

(USA) Senior Intrusion Analyst

Springdale, AR · On-site

$90K - $180K/yr

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As a Senior Intrusion Analyst, you will lead efforts to detect, analyze, and respond to cyber intrusions, ensuring robust protection of organizational assets. This role requires expertise in security ...

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How much do intrusion detection jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 18, 2026, the average yearly pay for intrusion detection in the United States is $86,057.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $59,000.00 and $100,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an intrusion detection?

An Intrusion Detection job involves monitoring network traffic and system activities to identify potential security threats, such as unauthorized access or malicious attacks. Professionals in this role use Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS) and other security tools to analyze patterns, detect anomalies, and respond to security incidents. They work to prevent data breaches by implementing security protocols and collaborating with cybersecurity teams. Strong analytical skills and knowledge of cybersecurity principles are essential for success in this field.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in intrusion detection, and why are they important?

To thrive in Intrusion Detection, you need a thorough understanding of network security principles, threat analysis, and incident response processes, often supported by degrees in cybersecurity or information technology. Familiarity with Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) tools like Splunk or IBM QRadar, as well as certifications such as CISSP, CEH, or CompTIA Security+, is highly valued. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective communication skills set successful professionals apart in this field. These skills ensure threats are accurately identified, assessed, and communicated to safeguard organizational assets and maintain business continuity.

What are some of the main challenges faced by professionals working in intrusion detection roles?

Professionals in Intrusion Detection often encounter challenges such as staying ahead of rapidly evolving cyber threats, distinguishing real threats from false positives, and managing high volumes of security alerts. These roles typically require quick decision-making and continuous learning to adapt to new attack vectors and sophisticated intrusion techniques. Collaboration with other IT and security teams is routine, especially during incident investigations or when implementing new defensive measures. Despite these challenges, working in Intrusion Detection provides hands-on experience with cutting-edge technologies and offers a clear path for career growth into more advanced cybersecurity positions.

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Infographic showing various Intrusion Detection job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 1% As Needed, 84% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $86,057 per year, or $41.4 per hour.

Visual Imagery Intrusion Detection System (VIIDS)

SIERTEK LTD

MD • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 9 days ago


Job description

SierTeK proudly serves our clients by providing expertise in the Program Management, Information Technology, and Administrative Support domains. Founded in 2007 as a minority and service-disabled veteran-owned company, we serve as prime- and subcontractor for a multitude of Federal Department of Defense contracts. By focusing on continual improvement, our services remain at the forefront of our industry, and we pride ourselves on delivering our services with the highest degree of integrity.

SierTeK Ltd. is seeking a Visual Imagery Intrusion Detection System (VIIDS) to support an opportunity at Joint Base Andrews, MD.

POSITION OVERVIEW SECTION 

The VIIDS Administrator provides Tier 2 and Tier 3 technical support for the Linx Predator Elite Intrusion Detection System (LPEIDS) and associated access control and surveillance systems safeguarding Air Force One assets. This role ensures operational readiness, cybersecurity compliance, and sustainment of critical intrusion detection infrastructure within a highly sensitive and secure environment.

The employee shall install, configure, administer, manage, maintain, and update all VIIDS hardware and software components to ensure compliance with all applicable Government and industry standards. The administrator will maintain all relevant documentation on a SharePoint site or similar on-premise tracking system.

Essential Job Functions

  • Provide Tier 2 and Tier 3 support for installation, configuration, administration, maintenance, and repair of LPEIDS hardware and software components.

  • Respond to onsite emergency support requests within one (1) hour of Government notification, including outside normal duty hours, as determined by the Government.

  • Ensure all VIIDS components meet or exceed applicable Government regulations, cybersecurity standards, and industry best practices.

  • Utilize computerized diagnostic tools to test and troubleshoot complex electronic systems.

  • Develop and maintain project planning documentation, network maps/diagrams (static and dynamic), and presentation materials in Adobe Acrobat and Microsoft Visio.

  • Provide requested documentation within three (3) business days and comply with all required classification guidance.

  • Prepare and submit written monthly status reports detailing repair and maintenance activities in a mutually agreed-upon format.

  • Maintain accountability and configuration control of all system components.

  • Develop and maintain a written disaster recovery plan to ensure rapid restoration of systems in the event of compromise or failure.

  • Conduct preventive maintenance inspections and initiate corrective actions as required.

  • Provide hands-on training to shop technicians on system installation, modification, maintenance, and troubleshooting of system components including:

    • Passive Infrared Sensors

    • Microwave Sensors

    • Balanced Magnetic Switches

    • Fiber Optic Fence Sensors

    • Taut Wire Sensors

    • Underground Sensing Systems

    • Active Infrared Sensors

    • CCTV Systems

    • Badging Systems

    • Video Storage and Retrieval Systems

Minimum Position Requirements

  • Active Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) clearance

  • Yankee White eligibility

  • Minimum of three (3) years of experience in network administration and server management

  • Demonstrated experience with Linx Predator Elite Intrusion Detection System (LPEIDS) or comparable intrusion detection systems

  • IAT Level II certification (Security+ CE, CCNA, or equivalent)

  • Experience creating and maintaining technical documentation, diagrams, and maintenance reports

  • Strong knowledge of DoD cybersecurity regulations and federal compliance standards

  • Ability to respond to emergency calls outside normal duty hours

Minimum Position Requirements
  • Prior experience supporting high-visibility or national-level assets

  • Experience maintaining access control and video storage systems in classified environments

  • Strong analytical troubleshooting capabilities in secure mission environments

SierTeK is an equal opportunity employer. Employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business need. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, gender identity and sexual orientation.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at 1+833.743.7835.


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Industry

Guided missile and space vehicle manufacturing

Company size

201 - 500 Employees

Headquarters location

Beavercreek, OH, US

Year founded

2007