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Cloud Security Engineer

GuidePoint Security · Reston, VA

Forescout Cyber Security Engineer - Mid

GuidePoint Security · Reston, VA

Threat Emulation Engineer - Blue/Purple Team

GuidePoint Security · Chantilly, VA

Cybersecurity Threat Researcher (Hybrid)

KnowBe4 · Arlington, Virginia

Security Engineer, Cloud

Vercel · Remote - United States

Security Software Engineer, IAM

Vercel · Remote - United States

Software Engineer, Backend

Vercel · Remote - United States

Software Engineer - Data Platform

Vercel · Remote - United States

Data Scientist - Algorithms, Community Support

Airbnb · Remote - USA

Sr. Staff Site Reliability Engineer-Federal, Security Clearance

Zscaler · Crystal City, Virginia, USA

Sr. Staff Site Reliability Engineer-Federal, Security Clearance

Zscaler · Crystal City, Virginia, USA

Senior Machine Learning Engineer, Payments

Airbnb · Remote-USA

Senior Software Engineer Guest & Host

Airbnb · Remote, USA

Senior Software Engineer, Native Mobile

Airbnb · Remote, USA

Senior Staff Data Scientist, Guest & Host Marketplace AI

Airbnb · Remote

Senior Staff Machine Learning Engineer, Growth Platform Engineering

Airbnb · Remote - USA

Senior Staff Machine Learning Engineer, Post Training

Airbnb · Remote - USA

Senior Staff Machine Learning Engineer, Trust

Airbnb · Remote - USA

Breaking into cybersecurity in Roanoke, VA

Roanoke 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 Roanoke 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 Roanoke within 4–6 months.

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

Frequently asked questions, Roanoke cybersecurity jobs

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

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