Last updated 2026-06-18

49 Defense Analyst jobs in Boston ()

Browse 49 Defense Analyst jobs across Boston, including Principal Red Team Operator, Scientist, Deputy Chief Engineer, Senior Associate, Industrial Security (CSSO), Senior Systems Engineer with ACTIVE Secret Security Clearance (US Citizenship REQUIRED), and Cyber Software Engineer roles. Listings are updated hourly and include salary data where available.

Defense Analyst jobs in Boston

Browse Defense Analyst jobs in Boston from companies including MIT Lincoln Laboratory, RTX, STR, Boozallen, Anduril Industries, Citizens Bank, N.A., and State Street.

  • Common titles include Principal Red Team Operator, Scientist, Deputy Chief Engineer, Senior Associate, Industrial Security (CSSO), Senior Systems Engineer with ACTIVE Secret Security Clearance (US Citizenship REQUIRED), and Cyber Software Engineer.
  • Roles span senior, mid, entry, and intern levels.
  • Recent postings include red team, security specialist, cloud security, special security, and scientist deputy roles.
  • Most listed roles are in Boston (12), with openings also in Lexington (12), Woburn (8), Wilmington (5), and Quincy (4).
  • Reported pay for Defense Analyst jobs near Boston ranges around $101,398-$210,910 annually (P25-P75 across 29 postings that disclosed pay).
  • Explore Defense Analyst salaries in Massachusetts in Salary Explorer.

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Boston senior $120k-210k/yr
This role reports to the Red Team Manager and works closely with Blue Team, Detection Engineering, Threat Intelligence, and Incident… Operating within high impact engagements, this individual will simulate real world attackers, identify and validate attack paths, and partn…

Virtual Company

Dedham senior Contract
REQUIRED SKILLS: Working knowledge of systems engineering concepts, principles, and theories Experience developing Systems Design which inc… As a Systems Engineer, you'll be a member of a cross functional team responsible for developing mission critical Cybersecurity Manager…

STR

Woburn mid $110k-160k/yr
STR is hiring a Senior Cyber Software Engineer who has a passion for developing tools and techniques to enhance the… What you'll do: Apply software engineering principles to develop robust and resilient software solutions for critical national security mis…

BAE Systems

Lexington senior Full Time $101.4k-172.4k/yr
As a Principal Security Specialist, you will work with all levels of leadership, as well as both internal and external… Top Secret Security Clearance eligibility Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills Previous experience as an FSO or Department of War Secu…

Boozallen

Lexington entry
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Quincy mid $166k/yr
These projects require Warfighting Capability Analysts who can connect operational problems, threat-informed scenarios, customer needs, and… The Warfighting Capability Analyst supports the development, evaluation, and communication of mission-relevant defense capabilities.
Lexington mid
Active Top-Secret clearance with SCI eligibility required. Security compliance experience: Minimum 3 years of experience as a Contractor Program Security Officer (CPSO), Contractor Special Security…

RTX

Woburn senior Full Time
Our Senior System Administrators are IT/DT professionals who will collaborate and support exciting, critical programs with classified infor… Experience with securing system configurations, system hardening, STIG/EVAL STIG implementation, vulnerability remediation, and compliance…

State Street

Quincy senior Full Time $90k-157.5k/yr
Identify methods to continuously enhance the incident response process Work closely with the SOC to drive development and collaboration Tra… What will you be responsible for: Leading the cyber incident response process to ensure timely triage, analysis, containment, eradication a…
Wilmington senior Full Time $153k-284k/yr
Active US Government TS/SCI Security Clearance Professional experience generating/managing requirements at various levels of the system and… The ideal candidate for this position will be proficient in all aspects of the systems engineering process, will have direct…

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Wilmington senior $153k-284k/yr
Active US Government TS/SCI Security Clearance Professional experience generating/managing requirements at various levels of the system and… The ideal candidate for this position will be proficient in all aspects of the systems engineering process, will have direct…
Cambridge mid Full Time $117.5k-307.5k/yr
This role performs all aspects of on-site execution of program security requirements for assigned SAP/SCI programs to ensure compliance wit… Support Business development by creating and providing security requirements and input for proposals.

Bank of America

Boston senior Full Time $145k-192.5k/yr
Must be able to work onsite in the Boston office (100 Federal St, Boston, MA 02110) when required*** Required Skills:… A Senior Threat Hunter also will be tasked with and collaborating with data science, threat research, and cyber defense control…

Control Risks

Boston senior Full Time $95k-120k/yr
Control Risks is hiring a Protective Intelligence Analyst to help support the executive protection program of a major client of… 5–7 years of experience in protective intelligence, threat intelligence, security analysis, or related analytical roles.
Cambridge mid Full Time
Experience leading or supervising security operations, GSOC operations, intelligence operations, or related operational environments prefer… Preferred Systems Experience Experience with the following platforms is preferred: Everbridge Crisis24 Dataminr MAX Security International…

Diu

Cambridge mid Part Time
Defense Engagement Team Part-Time Reservist - Defense Innovation Unit - Career Page Skip To Job Description View All Jobs View… Defense Engagement Team Part-Time Reservist Mountain View, CA Part Time Part-Time Reservists Manager/Supervisor Share The Defense Innovatio…

Salesforce, Inc.

Boston senior Full Time $113.3k-210.9k/yr
We serve defense primes (Lockheed Martin, Raytheon, Boeing, Northrop Grumman), government SIs (Leidos, SAIC, Booz Allen, Accenture Federal)… You'll serve as the technical trusted advisor and deal quarterback across A&D primes and large Federal SI accounts: uncovering program…

IDEXX

Boston senior Full Time $120k-140k/yr
We are seeking an experienced and proactive Senior Cybersecurity Analyst & Threat Hunter to join our security operations team. Mentor junior analysts and contribute to the ongoing improvement of the organization's overall security posture.

Computershare

Canton entry Full Time
As one of the Cyber Threat Intelligence Analyst, you will be responsible for performing activities across the intelligence lifecycle, provi… You'll also bring: 2+ years of experience in a CTI Analyst role or similar Working knowledge and application of the…

KBR

Lexington mid Full Time
In this role, you would operate as part of a multidisciplinary team and be responsible for the initial creation and… You will work with software and firmware developers to understand system constraints, evaluate algorithm performance, and provide implement…

New Balance

Brighton senior Full Time
JOB MISSION: The GSOC Lead Analyst serves as a senior operational resource responsible for advanced monitoring, analysis, and coordination… This role provides elevated incident leadership, subject-matter expertise, and cross-functional communication support while performing GSOC…