Top Entry Level Positions in IT & Cybersecurity
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Discover our list of entry-level IT and cybersecurity positions, carefully selected by the team at Simplify, a YCombinator startup. These roles are perfect for new graduates and those with little experience in the field, and are available at a variety of companies, from startups to Fortune 500 firms. All the roles listed are paid positions from vetted companies, ensuring a valuable and secure experience. Our list allows you to easily search and filter by location, company, and other criteria, so you can find the ideal opportunity to match your career aspirations in IT and cybersecurity.
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RobinhoodEntry LevelSupport Engineer$33.20 - $50/hrWestlake, TX$33.20 - $50/hr1today - today
LeidosEntry LevelIdentity Intelligence Analyst$50k - $90.5kMcLean, VA$50k - $90.5k1today - yesterday
General DynamicsEntry LevelIT Support Specialist$35.05 - $47.43/hrAnnapolis Junction, MD$35.05 - $47.43/hr1yesterday - yesterday
ComcastEntry LevelTechnician 1 - HeadendPompano Beach, FL---1yesterday - yesterday
SantanderEntry LevelIT Auditor$48k - $78kDallas, TX$48k - $78k1yesterday - yesterday
ServiceNowEntry LevelTechnical Support EngineerDublin, Ireland---1yesterday - yesterdayServiceNowEntry LevelTechnical Support EngineerDublin, Ireland---1yesterday
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GuidePoint SecurityEntry LevelDelivery Coordinator - Dfir & GritRemote in USA---1yesterday - yesterday
AssurantEntry LevelDevice Care Centre Team MemberNew South Wales, Australia---1yesterday - yesterday
BlackboardEntry LevelSystem EngineerBengaluru, India---1yesterday - yesterdayBlackboardEntry LevelSystem EngineerBengaluru, India---1yesterday
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Lowe's Entry LevelAssociate Technology Support Technician$19.15 - $31.98/hrHuntersville, NC$19.15 - $31.98/hr1yesterday - yesterday
NordicEntry LevelCadence Analyst - Epic Application ManagementRemote in USA---1yesterday - yesterdayNordicEntry LevelRadiant AnalystMadison, WI---1yesterday
- yesterdayFalconwoodEntry LevelInformation Assurance Analyst$90k - $100kSuffolk, VA$90k - $100k1yesterday
Explore our FAQ section to learn more.
Start with hands-on practice: set up virtual machines, learn basic networking, and get comfortable with command-line tools. Take certifications like CompTIA Security+, Network+, or Google IT Support. Build a home lab or use platforms like TryHackMe or Hack The Box to gain real troubleshooting or security skills.
You can still break in. Self-study is common in this field. Use free resources from Cybrary, CISA, or open YouTube channels. Completing projects, passing beginner certs, and participating in CTFs (capture the flag challenges) will show initiative, even without a formal program.
AI can automate parts of the work (like log analysis or basic ticket triage), but it still needs humans to respond to incidents, patch systems, and investigate complex threats. Early-career roles may shift, but strong fundamentals in networking, security protocols, and systems will remain essential.
IT roles focus on maintaining systems, like setting up hardware, managing user accounts, or fixing network issues. Cybersecurity roles focus on protecting those systems, monitoring for threats, managing firewalls, and investigating breaches. Some jobs overlap, but cybersecurity is more defense-focused and often higher-stakes.
Common roles include IT Support Specialist, Help Desk Technician, Network Technician, Security Analyst, SOC Analyst (Security Operations Center), and IT Operations Associate. Some companies also hire junior compliance analysts or vulnerability researchers if you have strong technical fundamentals.
Not always. Many employers care more about certifications, hands-on skills, and troubleshooting ability. A degree helps, but some candidates get hired through bootcamps, apprenticeships, or strong personal projects. If you can prove you know your stuff, the paper credential matters less.
