Security Analyst III
Buckeye Global · Chicago, IL
$176,800–$187,200
Jun 29, 2026
Chicago, IL
Jul 20, 2026
What this job asks for AI summary
A contract role focused on enterprise vulnerability management across infrastructure, cloud, container, and endpoint environments. Day-to-day work involves triaging and validating scan findings, coordinating remediation with technology stakeholders, supporting critical patch response, and identifying process or data quality improvements. Best suited to someone with hands-on vulnerability lifecycle experience who can communicate risk clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Mid level · 3+ years · National · Contract
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How this req sits in the market our data
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What the occupation pays Median $132,021 (middle half $99,961–$167,095).
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Why we read it this way (6)
The required qualifications gate on vulnerability management experience across cloud and container environments, but name no specific platform — cloud security and container security are listed as must-have capabilities, not specific tools.
Scripting/automation languages (Python, PowerShell, VBA, Power Query, SQL, R) and BI tools (Power BI, Excel) appear only under Preferred Qualifications.
Vulnerability scanning platforms (Qualys, Wiz), cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), and Kubernetes all appear under the 'Tools and Environment (Preferred)' section and are therefore preferred, not required.
No compensation figures are provided in the posting.
The title carries no seniority level; the 3+ years requirement and scope of work (enterprise vulnerability lifecycle coordination, no people-management) support a Mid-level classification.
Posting is for a contract engagement — the market benchmarks below price full-time roles, so read the comp comparison with that in mind.
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