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Cybersecurity Jobs in New York, NY

1 entry-level role open to career changers.

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Staff Software Engineer, Backend Platform

Robinhood · New York, NY

On-siteSoftware Development
$150k–$205k
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Staff Software Engineer, DevX (Developer Infrastructure)

Robinhood · New York, NY

On-siteSoftware Development
$150k–$205k
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Senior Platform Security Engineer

Datadog · New York, New York, USA

On-siteSecurity Operations
$120k–$165k
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Senior Software Engineer - CI/CD Security

Datadog · New York, New York, USA

On-siteSecurity Operations
$120k–$165k
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Senior Software Engineer - Streaming Platform

Datadog · New York, New York, USA

On-siteSoftware Development
$120k–$165k
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Senior Software Engineer - Streaming Platform Client

Datadog · New York, New York, USA

On-siteSoftware Development
$120k–$165k
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Staff Software Engineer - Frontend

Datadog · New York, New York, USA

On-siteSoftware Development
$150k–$205k
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Staff Software Engineer - Logs Observability Pipelines

Datadog · New York, New York, USA

On-siteSoftware Development
$150k–$205k
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Technical Support Engineer 2, Premier - NYC (Japanese Speaking)

Datadog · New York, New York, USA

On-siteSecurity Operations
$95k–$135k
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Software Engineer, Early Career (NYC)

Affirm · New York, New York, United States

Entry LevelOn-siteSoftware Development
$95k–$135k
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Breaking into cybersecurity in New York, NY

New York 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 New York 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 New York within 4–6 months.

Many New York-area employers also offer hybrid and remote options for qualified candidates.

Frequently asked questions, New York cybersecurity jobs

How do I get a cybersecurity job in New York?+
Most New York 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 New York?+
Entry-level roles in New York typically pay $55,000–$85,000/year. With 1–2 years experience and CySA+, salaries reach $85,000–$110,000.
Do cybersecurity jobs in New York require a degree?+
Most entry-level cybersecurity jobs in New York do not require a CS degree. Employers hire based on certifications and demonstrated skills.
Are there remote cybersecurity jobs in New York?+
Yes. Many SOC analyst roles are remote or hybrid.

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