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Weekend Cyber Security Jobs in Pennsylvania (NOW HIRING)

Cyber Security Manager - Diego Garcia

Harrisburg, PA · On-site

$109.60K - $148.10K/yr

The FRCS Cybersecurity Manager will install, configure, calibrate, operate, and maintain hardware and software of IT, and OT of FRCS. The FRCS Cybersecurity Manager will employ user access and ...

Cyber Security Manager - Diego Garcia

Harrisburg, PA · On-site

$109.60K - $148.10K/yr

The FRCS Cybersecurity Manager will install, configure, calibrate, operate, and maintain hardware and software of IT, and OT of FRCS. The FRCS Cybersecurity Manager will employ user access and ...

Join our team as a Cybersecurity Engineer, where you will execute and/or lead advanced security assessments for client information systems. You will apply deep technical and compliance expertise to ...

Cybersecurity Senior GRC Analyst

Denver, PA · On-site

$96K - $123.90K/yr

The GRC Cybersecurity Senior Analyst will report directly to the Global Cybersecurity Risk Manager. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to design, implement, and maintain ...

Cybersecurity Senior GRC Analyst

Denver, PA

$96K - $123.90K/yr

The GRC Cybersecurity Senior Analyst will report directly to the Global Cybersecurity Risk Manager. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to design, implement, and maintain ...

They are seeking to add a Cybersecurity Engineer responsible for implementing and monitoring security measures for the company's systems, ensuring compliance with SOC2 initiatives. Responsibilities ...

Cybersecurity Program Manager

State College, PA · On-site

$108.60K - $146.70K/yr

Monitor and interpret relevant cybersecurity laws, regulations, and industry frameworks * Perform information security risk assessments and evaluate control environments * Develop remediation plans ...

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How much do weekend cyber security jobs pay per year?

As of May 28, 2026, the average yearly pay for weekend cyber security in Pennsylvania is $133,281.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $111,300.00 and $150,400.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Weekend Cyber Security job?

A Weekend Cyber Security job involves monitoring, detecting, and responding to security threats during weekends when many full-time staff are off duty. Professionals in this role ensure systems remain protected, investigate security incidents, and enforce cybersecurity policies. These roles are common in industries requiring 24/7 security monitoring, such as finance, healthcare, and government. Responsibilities may include threat analysis, incident response, and system monitoring to prevent cyberattacks. This job is ideal for those seeking part-time cybersecurity work or gaining hands-on experience in the field.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Weekend Cyber Security position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Weekend Cyber Security professional, you need a solid understanding of network security, threat identification, and incident response, typically backed by experience in IT security and credentials such as CompTIA Security+, CISSP, or CEH. Familiarity with security information and event management (SIEM) tools, intrusion detection systems (IDS), and antivirus platforms is crucial for monitoring and reacting to threats. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective communication are vital soft skills in this role. Mastering these skills ensures rapid detection and management of security incidents during off-peak hours, minimizing risks to organizational infrastructure.

What are the typical responsibilities for a Weekend Cyber Security role?

As a Weekend Cyber Security professional, your main duties include monitoring security alerts, investigating potential threats, and responding to incidents that arise during weekend hours when regular staff may be unavailable. You may also be asked to conduct vulnerability assessments, update security protocols, and document any incidents or suspicious activity. This role often requires collaborating with IT teams remotely and providing timely summaries or escalations to senior security staff. Working weekends can also mean having more autonomy and the opportunity to handle a broader range of security events, enhancing your experience and visibility within the organization.

Can you make $500,000 a year in cyber security?

While some senior cybersecurity professionals, such as security architects or chief information security officers, can earn $500,000 or more annually, such high salaries are typically reserved for those with extensive experience, advanced certifications, and leadership roles. Entry- and mid-level cybersecurity jobs generally offer lower salaries, and reaching this level often requires years of specialized work and proven expertise in areas like threat management, compliance, or security strategy.
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Infographic showing various Weekend Cyber Security job openings in Pennsylvania as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 8% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 92% In-person, 4% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $133,281 per year, or $64.1 per hour.
Cybersecurity Analyst

Cybersecurity Analyst

Maxim Crane Works LP

Canonsburg, PA • On-site

Full-time

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.


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Job description

We are seeking a Cybersecurity Analyst to join our team in Canonsburg, PA. In this hands-on role, you will strengthen the organization's security posture by operating and improving key security technologies, including Endpoint Detection & Response (EDR), SIEM, vulnerability management, and identity security across Azure Entra ID and Active Directory, while supporting real-world threat investigations and security awareness initiatives. This position is designed for a security professional who enjoys working directly with security tools and playing an active role in protecting systems and data, with compensation and scope reflecting direct ownership and operation of security controls rather than a purely advisory or architectural function.
Purpose
The Cybersecurity Analyst strengthens endpoint, identity, and detection controls by operating and improving EDR, SIEM, vulnerability management, Azure Entra ID/Active Directory, and security awareness programs while supporting real-world investigations.
This is a hands-on analyst role, compensation and scope reflect direct ownership and operation of security tools rather than a purely advisory or architectural function.
Duties and Responsibilities
• Monitor SIEM and EDR alerts, investigate and document findings, escalate per runbooks, and tune detections to reduce noise while maintaining coverage
• Perform root-cause analysis of incidents where applicable
• Conduct periodic threat hunting aligned with current attacker techniques
• Maintain EDR policies, agent health, and containment workflows, and coordinate remediation with IT operations
• Perform vulnerability scans, prioritize CVEs, drive patching or mitigations, track SLAs, and report risk trends
• Enforce MFA and Conditional Access, review privileged access, and support identity hardening and authentication policies
• Plan and execute phishing simulations and role-based security awareness training, reporting metrics and driving behavior improvement
• Develop SIEM analytics and playbooks, enrich detections, and support incident response and post-incident reviews
• Maintain procedures and evidence, support audit and risk activities, and contribute to the security policy lifecycle
  • Other duties as assigned

Minimum Requirements
Education:
Bachelor's degree in information technology, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or a related field preferred. Equivalent relevant work experience may be substituted
Experience:
1-5+ years in cybersecurity or IT operations, or equivalent hands-on experience. Candidates are expected to be comfortable working directly in security tools; depth of responsibility will align with experience. Preferred hands-on experience in several of the following areas:
  • EDR policy management, investigations, and containment
  • Alert triage, query development, dashboards, and runbooks
  • Vulnerability scanning, prioritization, and remediation
  • Azure Entra ID / Active Directory with MFA, Conditional Access, and privilege hygiene
  • Cybersecurity awareness training and phishing campaigns with metrics reporting
  • PowerShell: ability to read and modify basic scripts; advanced scripting a plus.
  • Familiarity with ticketing and change management
  • Clear incident documentation and concise stakeholder updates
  • Experience supporting audits or security questionnaires

Skills/Knowledge:
  • Security Tooling (transferable): SIEM (Microsoft Sentinel, Splunk, ConnectWise), EDR (CrowdStrike, SentinelOne, Microsoft Defender), vulnerability management (Tenable, Qualys), and security awareness platforms (KnowBe4)
  • Working knowledge of security frameworks (NIST CSF, 800-53/800-171, CIS Controls)
  • Azure and Microsoft 365 security fundamentals, detection tuning and automation using KQL and PowerShell
  • Comfortable learning new tools and techniques while working on real investigations.

Other:
  • Separates signal from noise and uses data to justify tuning and remediation
  • Drives incidents and vulnerabilities to closure with cross-functional teams
  • Balances security controls with user experience and operational impact
  • Translates technical risk for non-technical audiences

Language Skills:
Must be able to read and comprehend complex instructions, short correspondence and memos and the ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to other employees of the organization.
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk, use hands to finger; handle or feel; and kneel; crouch; or crawl; and talk; or hear; push and/or pull; reach; climb; bend and/or stoop; balance; work at heights greater than 100 feet, balance at heights greater than 100 feet. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision and depth perception.
Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions. The employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts.

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