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Cybersecurity Jobs in Palo Alto, CA

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

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AI Operations Associate

Glean · Palo Alto, CA

No DegreeEntry LevelRemoteAI & Machine Learning
$65k–$90k
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Prompt Engineer (Entry Level)

Glean · Palo Alto, CA

No DegreeEntry LevelHybridAI & Machine Learning
$80k–$110k
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AI Support Engineer

Glean · Palo Alto, CA

No DegreeEntry LevelOn-siteAI & Machine Learning
$70k–$95k
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AI Quality Analyst

Glean · Palo Alto, CA

No DegreeEntry LevelRemoteAI & Machine Learning
$55k–$75k
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Junior ML Operations Associate

Glean · Palo Alto, CA

No DegreeEntry LevelHybridAI & Machine Learning
$75k–$100k
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AI Implementation Specialist

Glean · Palo Alto, CA

No DegreeEntry LevelOn-siteAI & Machine Learning
$70k–$95k
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Conversation Designer

Glean · Palo Alto, CA

No DegreeEntry LevelRemoteAI & Machine Learning
$65k–$90k
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AI Content Reviewer

Glean · Palo Alto, CA

No DegreeEntry LevelHybridAI & Machine Learning
$55k–$72k
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AI Solutions Associate

Glean · Palo Alto, CA

No DegreeEntry LevelOn-siteAI & Machine Learning
$68k–$92k
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AI Data Operations Coordinator

Glean · Palo Alto, CA

No DegreeEntry LevelRemoteAI & Machine Learning
$58k–$78k
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Forward Deployed Engineer

Glean · Palo Alto, CA

No DegreeEntry LevelHybridAI & Machine Learning
$120k–$175k
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Forward Deployed Engineer (Early Career)

Glean · Palo Alto, CA

No DegreeEntry LevelOn-siteAI & Machine Learning
$100k–$140k
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Breaking into cybersecurity in Palo Alto, CA

Palo Alto 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 Palo Alto 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 Palo Alto within 4–6 months.

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

Frequently asked questions — Palo Alto cybersecurity jobs

How do I get a cybersecurity job in Palo Alto?+
Most Palo Alto 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 Palo Alto?+
Entry-level roles in Palo Alto typically pay $55,000–$85,000/year. With 1–2 years experience and CySA+, salaries reach $85,000–$110,000.
Do cybersecurity jobs in Palo Alto require a degree?+
Most entry-level cybersecurity jobs in Palo Alto do not require a CS degree. Employers hire based on certifications and demonstrated skills.
Are there remote cybersecurity jobs in Palo Alto?+
Yes — 4 of the current Palo Alto listings are fully remote. Many SOC analyst roles are remote or hybrid.

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