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Cybersecurity Jobs in Redwood City, CA

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

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Junior Penetration Tester

Synack · Redwood City, CA

No DegreeEntry LevelHybridOffensive Security
$65k–$85k
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Application Security Analyst

Synack · Redwood City, CA

No DegreeEntry LevelOn-siteOffensive Security
$68k–$88k
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Vulnerability Assessment Analyst

Synack · Redwood City, CA

No DegreeEntry LevelRemoteOffensive Security
$63k–$82k
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Security Researcher I

Synack · Redwood City, CA

No DegreeEntry LevelHybridOffensive Security
$70k–$90k
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Threat Intelligence Analyst

Anomali · Redwood City, CA

No DegreeEntry LevelHybridThreat Intelligence
$58k–$78k
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Cyber Threat Analyst

Anomali · Redwood City, CA

No DegreeEntry LevelOn-siteThreat Intelligence
$60k–$80k
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OSINT Analyst

Anomali · Redwood City, CA

No DegreeEntry LevelRemoteThreat Intelligence
$56k–$74k
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Threat Research Analyst

Anomali · Redwood City, CA

No DegreeEntry LevelHybridThreat Intelligence
$63k–$83k
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Breaking into cybersecurity in Redwood City, CA

Redwood City 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 Redwood City 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 Redwood City within 4–6 months.

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

Frequently asked questions — Redwood City cybersecurity jobs

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

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