Career Path Partners
Detecting Opportunities
All JobsLouisville, KY

4 open roles · Updated daily

Cybersecurity Jobs in Louisville, KY

Entry-level roles open to career changers. No CS degree required.

4
Open roles
2
Remote positions
4
Entry level
Free
Career roadmap
KI

Junior Penetration Tester

KirkpatrickPrice · Louisville, KY

No DegreeEntry LevelRemoteOffensive Security
$65k–$85k
View →
KI

Application Security Analyst

KirkpatrickPrice · Louisville, KY

No DegreeEntry LevelHybridOffensive Security
$68k–$88k
View →
KI

Vulnerability Assessment Analyst

KirkpatrickPrice · Louisville, KY

No DegreeEntry LevelOn-siteOffensive Security
$63k–$82k
View →
KI

Security Researcher I

KirkpatrickPrice · Louisville, KY

No DegreeEntry LevelRemoteOffensive Security
$70k–$90k
View →

Breaking into cybersecurity in Louisville, KY

Louisville has a growing cybersecurity job market driven by federal contractors, healthcare systems, financial institutions, and technology companies. Entry-level roles — particularly SOC Analyst and GRC Analyst positions — are consistently open to career changers who can demonstrate foundational skills through certifications like CompTIA Security+ and hands-on lab experience.

Most Louisville employers no longer require a CS degree for entry-level security roles. What they look for: Security+ or CySA+ certification, SIEM tool experience (Splunk, Microsoft Sentinel), and the ability to communicate security concepts clearly. Career changers from healthcare, education, military, and finance regularly land their first cybersecurity role in Louisville within 4–6 months.

2 of the current Louisville listings are fully remote — meaning you can work for a Louisville-based employer from anywhere.

Frequently asked questions — Louisville cybersecurity jobs

How do I get a cybersecurity job in Louisville?+
Most Louisville cybersecurity employers hire career changers with CompTIA Security+ and hands-on lab experience. The typical path takes 4–6 months. SOC Analyst and GRC Analyst are the most accessible entry points.
What is the average cybersecurity salary in Louisville?+
Entry-level roles in Louisville typically pay $55,000–$85,000/year. With 1–2 years experience and CySA+, salaries reach $85,000–$110,000.
Do cybersecurity jobs in Louisville require a degree?+
Most entry-level cybersecurity jobs in Louisville do not require a CS degree. Employers hire based on certifications and demonstrated skills.
Are there remote cybersecurity jobs in Louisville?+
Yes — 2 of the current Louisville listings are fully remote. Many SOC analyst roles are remote or hybrid.

Not qualified for these Louisville roles yet?

Career Path Partners gets career changers job-ready in 6 months. Free assessment maps your background to the right path.

Take the Free Assessment →