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SAIC

Cyber Defense Analyst

Washington, DC · On-site

$120K - $160K/yr

Cybersecurity Ops Schedule: Full-Time Shift: Day Job Travel: Yes - 10% of the time Minimum ... Cyber threat emulation to assess defensive posture and capabilities while in a controlled ...

SAIC

Cyber Defense Analyst

Baltimore, MD · On-site

$120K - $160K/yr

Cybersecurity Ops Schedule: Full-Time Shift: Day Job Travel: Yes - 10% of the time Minimum ... Cyber threat emulation to assess defensive posture and capabilities while in a controlled ...

Peraton

NOSC Cyber Analyst

Arlington, VA · On-site

$80K - $128K/yr

Responsibilities Peraton is seeking a NOSC Cyber Analyst to support our customer onsite in ... Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a ...

Peraton

NOSC Cyber Analyst

Arlington, VA · On-site

$80K - $128K/yr

Responsibilities Peraton is seeking a NOSC Cyber Analyst to support our customer onsite in ... Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a ...

Peraton

NOSC Cyber Analyst

Arlington, VA · On-site

$80K - $128K/yr

Responsibilities Peraton is seeking a NOSC Cyber Analyst to support our customer onsite in ... Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a ...

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Cyber Defense Analyst - Swing Shift

Quantico, VA · On-site

... Cyber Defense Analyst (Threat Hunter) to join our dynamic team on the swing shift (1400 - 0000 ... This role is critical for defending mission systems, conducting in-depth traffic and vulnerability ...

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Cyber Defense Analyst - Swing Shift

Quantico, VA · On-site

... Cyber Defense Analyst (Threat Hunter) to join our dynamic team on the swing shift (1400 - 0000 ... This role is critical for defending mission systems, conducting in-depth traffic and vulnerability ...

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

As of Sep 6, 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 August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 71% Full Time, 22% Part Time, 4% Contract, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $112,871 per year, or $54.3 per hour.

Cyber Defense Analyst

SAIC

Washington, DC • On-site

$120K - $160K/yr

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Company rating: 7.6 out of 10

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Job description

Job ID: 2615324-OTHLOC-006
Location: Washington, DC, US
Date Posted: 2026-08-06
Category: Cyber
Subcategory: Cybersecurity Ops
Schedule: Full-Time
Shift: Day Job
Travel: Yes - 10% of the time
Minimum Clearance Required: TS.SCI_wPoly
Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: None
Potential for Remote Work: ORA_ON_SITE
Description
SAIC is seeking a candidate to fill a Cyber Defense Analyst position on a joint Contractor-Government Cyber Protection Team with our customer at Ft. Meade, MD.
Job Duties:
  • Configuration, management, and optimization of intrusion detection systems for both host and network
  • Integrate and manage network sensors
  • Conduct threat analysis utilizing various sources to identify threats
  • Configuration, management and optimization of intrusion detection systems
  • Configuration and design of deployable network kits that include switches, routers, taps, hypervisors and network storage devices to ensure seamless integration and optimal performance
  • Malware triage
  • Cyber threat emulation to assess defensive posture and capabilities while in a controlled environment
  • Threat hunting to identify advanced persistent threats
  • Technical writing in support of findings and providing security recommendations in order to secure networks

Qualifications
Required Education and Experience:
  • BS and nine (9) years or more experience; four (4) years additional in lieu of degree
  • Digital Forensics of Windows, Linux and networking devices
  • Incident Response Team Experience: Proven experience leading or supporting the detection, containment, and recovery of cybersecurity incidents in complex environments
  • Security Operations Center Analyst Tier 2 and 3 Expertise: Demonstrated ability to investigate advanced threats, manage escalated incidents, and develop and refine SOC response procedures
  • Cyber Protection Team Knowledge: Practical experience identifying vulnerabilities and implementing proactive measures to defend systems, networks, and data against evolving cyber threats

Required Security Clearance:
  • Must has an active TS/SCI with a CI Poly (poly must have been completed within the last 5 years)

Required Certification:
  • Information Assurance Technical (IAT) Level III

Desired Certification/Skills:
  • Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC), Offensive Security
  • Zero Trust Architecture
  • ICS/SCADA

Target salary range: $120,001 - $160,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.
SAIC is a premier technology integrator providing full life cycle services and solutions in the technical, engineering, intelligence, and enterprise information technology markets. SAIC is Redefining Ingenuity through its deep customer and domain knowledge to enable the delivery of systems engineering and integration offerings for large, complex projects. SAIC's approximately 15,000 employees are driven by integrity and mission focus to serve customers in the U.S. federal government. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $4.5 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For information on the benefits SAIC offers, see .

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