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Senior Cyber Defense Analyst

Camp H M Smith, HI · On-site

$97K - $125K/yr

As a Shift Lead within SOSi's INDOPACOM Network Security Operations Center, you'll drive real-time ... Experience with Mavin, Power BI, JIRA, ServiceNow, Elastic, Splunk, Microsoft Defender, Zeek ...

Mgr I- Craft

Norfolk, VA · On-site

$92K - $156K/yr

The night shift Craft Manager is the most senior Operations position and responsible for leading ... Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts - defending national security ...

Leidos is seeking a Cyber Network Defense Analyst (CNDA) to join our team on a highly visible ... night). The front half shift will work 12-hour shifts from Sunday - Tuesday and alternating ...

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How much do night shift cyber defender jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for night shift 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 Night Shift Cyber Defender vs Night Shift Security Analyst?

AspectNight Shift Cyber DefenderNight Shift Security Analyst
CertificationsCompTIA Security+, CISSP (preferred)CompTIA Security+, CISSP (preferred)
Work EnvironmentSecurity operations centers, cybersecurity teamsSecurity operations centers, cybersecurity teams
Industry UsagePrimarily cybersecurity firms, IT departmentsPrimarily cybersecurity firms, IT departments
Primary FocusMonitoring, threat detection, incident responseMonitoring, threat detection, incident response

Both roles involve monitoring networks for security threats, analyzing incidents, and responding to cyber threats. The main difference lies in the job titles' emphasis: 'Cyber Defender' often highlights active defense and threat mitigation, while 'Security Analyst' may encompass broader security analysis tasks. Both positions require similar certifications and work environments, making them closely related in the cybersecurity industry.

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Infographic showing various Night Shift Cyber Defender job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 94% In-person, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $112,871 per year, or $54.3 per hour.
Cyber SOC Incident Detector (Night Shift) - TS/SCI with Polygraph

Cyber SOC Incident Detector (Night Shift) - TS/SCI with Polygraph

GDIT

Reston, VA • On-site

$110K - $149K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 13 days ago


General Dynamics Information Technology rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 62 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

71st of 204 rated it services


Job description

Type of Requisition:

Regular

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:

Top Secret/SCI

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:

Top Secret SCI + Polygraph

Public Trust/Other Required:

None

Job Family:

Cyber and IT Risk Management

Job Qualifications:

Skills:

Cybersecurity, MITRE ATT&CK Framework, SOC Operations

Certifications:

None

Experience:

8 + years of related experience

US Citizenship Required:

Yes

Job Description:

SOC ANALYST
Advance your career while impacting our national security in cyber as a SOC Analyst Principal at GDIT. Here, technologists have many paths to grow a meaningful career supporting cyber missions and operations across the federal government.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO SUCCEED
Bring your cyber expertise and drive for innovation to GDIT. The SOC Analyst Principal must have:
Education: Technical Training, Certification(s) or Degree
Experience: 4+ years of related experience

Required certs:

IAT II

CSSP Analyst

GMON

SCCU


GDIT IS YOUR PLACE
At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.
Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities
Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals
Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off
Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace
OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY
Explore a career in cyber at GDIT and you'll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your focus on defending and protecting what matters.

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The likely salary range for this position is $110,500 - $149,500. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Travel Required:

Less than 10%

Telecommuting Options:

Onsite

Work Location:

USA VA Reston - 12310 Sunrise Valley Dr (VAC074)

Additional Work Locations:

Total Rewards at GDIT:

Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 26,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 50 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.Join our Talent Community to stay up to date on our career opportunities and events at

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GDIT is a global technology and professional services company that delivers technology solutions and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense, and intelligence community. Its 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. The company operates across 50+ countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, cloud, cyber, and application development.

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Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Falls Church, VA, US