Looking for a career that combines your passion for technology and desire to protect information from security threats? Explore vetted Cyber Security Analyst jobs that pay over $100,000 annually on Ladders.
A Cyber Security Analyst is responsible for protecting both company networks and data. They design, implement, and enforce security measures to protect an organization’s computer systems and networks.
As a Cyber Security Analyst, you will need a variety of technical skills including encryption technologies, intrusion detection, incident response, and a wide range of other IT skills. You’ll also need to be detail-oriented and have strong problem-solving abilities.
Progressing in Cyber Security can lead to many opportunities. You could work as a Security Engineer, Security Director, or even a Chief Information Security Officer.
Cyber Security Engineer - NSS Tools
$75K - $158K *
Join our dynamic team to design and deploy cybersecurity solutions across multiple global networks, ensuring the protection of critical information and infrastructure in support of national security m...
2 weeks ago
Cybersecurity Analyst - Incident Response
$112K - $147K *
Lead cybersecurity incident management efforts, coordinating actions across teams to minimize impact and enhance recovery during security events. Drive comprehensive response strategies, investigation...
1 week ago
$80K - $120K *
Engage in advanced cybersecurity by monitoring and responding to incidents, supporting offensive security efforts, and enhancing security processes for a key government organization. Drive threat anal...
4 weeks ago
$80K - $120K *
Lead the charge in enhancing cybersecurity measures through advanced incident response, threat analysis, and offensive security capabilities. Collaborate across teams to strengthen security protocols...
4 weeks ago
Director of Cyber Security / Agentic AI - Privileged Access Management (PAM)
$150K - $180K *
Drive cybersecurity excellence by collaborating with leadership to implement robust strategies across the enterprise. Lead a high-performing team focused on ensuring secure access to critical infrastr...
3 weeks ago
Director of Cyber Security / Agentic AI - Privileged Access Management (PAM)
$170K - $200K *
Join a high-performing cybersecurity team to lead strategic initiatives in developing robust frameworks, managing risks, and fostering talent while transforming Privilege Access Management with innova...
3 weeks ago
Director of Cyber Security / Agentic AI - Privileged Access Management (PAM)
$150K - $180K *
Lead the charge in enhancing organizational cybersecurity by managing teams, driving strategic initiatives, and ensuring compliance with global standards, while fostering a culture of continuous learn...
3 weeks ago
Director of Cyber Security / Agentic AI - Privileged Access Management (PAM)
$150K - $180K *
Champion cybersecurity excellence by leading high-performing teams and implementing strategies to safeguard critical infrastructure and applications, driving compliance and risk management across the...
3 weeks ago
Director of Cyber Security / Agentic AI - Privileged Access Management (PAM)
$150K - $180K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of cybersecurity through strategic leadership, innovation, and enterprise-level implementation of robust security frameworks. Drive risk management and compliance...
3 weeks ago
Cyber Security Systems Engineer (ISSE)
$180K - $205K *
Elevate your career by joining a multidisciplinary team to enhance national cyber security. Collaborate in implementing robust technical solutions and safeguarding sensitive information for government...
1 week ago
$95K - $115K *
Elevate internal systems and security by owning IT operations, access management, and security remediation in a rapidly growing organization. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance infrastructure a...
3 weeks ago
$100K - $120K *
Grow your career with a hands-on IT & Security Manager role that involves end-to-end management of internal systems, security posture improvements, and team building. Shape the future of IT while supp...
3 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Shape the future of IT and security for a growing tech organization. Lead end-to-end operations, enhance security measures, and build a team to support a fast-paced environment while collaborating cro...
3 weeks ago
CIS / Cybersecurity Specialist
$100K - $120K *
Engage as a cybersecurity expert providing support in secure communications and information systems. Collaborate on architecture, risk assessments, and cybersecurity strategies to enhance security mea...
3 weeks ago
Director of Cyber Security Operations
$208K - $235K *
Join an enterprise-scale cybersecurity team leading operations, incident response, and risk management across cloud and hybrid infrastructures. This role drives innovation in security architecture whi...
5 days ago
$135K - $160K *
Transform the future of cloud infrastructure by automating and optimizing systems for reliability, performance, and scalability, collaborating with engineering teams to embed best practices and foster...
4 days ago
Cyber Security Engineer Specialist
$80K - $95K *
Join us to enhance your career in cybersecurity by conducting assessments, managing risks, and ensuring compliance with security standards. Collaborate with key stakeholders to bolster security postur...
1 week ago
Cyber Defense Infrastructure Engineer
$100K - $120K *
Join a dynamic team to deliver security engineering and infrastructure support, tackling complex cybersecurity challenges in a controlled DoD environment while optimizing network operations and workfl...
2 weeks ago
$90K - $189K *
Empower security through comprehensive controls, ensuring data integrity and compliance across AI platforms and infrastructures, while supporting incident response in a dynamic cybersecurity environme...
1 week ago
$90K - $189K *
Develop comprehensive security controls for critical AI and data analytics capabilities. Collaborate with teams to safeguard sensitive data and ensure compliance with federal cybersecurity standards...
1 week ago
(Cyber) Incident Management Analyst - Weekend Night Shift
$77K - $163K *
Empower your skills by supporting critical incident response efforts in cybersecurity. You will collaborate with teams to investigate breaches, prioritize mitigation actions, and restore services, ens...
1 week ago
Principal Security Researcher - AI (Cybersecurity LLM Post-Training, Evals, and Environments)
$163K - $264K *
Champion the future of cybersecurity by enhancing LLM capabilities through rigorous evaluation, dataset development, and applied AI techniques across critical cybersecurity tasks such as threat detect...
4 weeks ago
$95K - $115K *
Join us to enhance UAS cybersecurity by configuring, testing, and hardening systems while collaborating with teams to ensure compliance and effectiveness in safeguarding critical technologies...
1 week ago
$100K - $120K *
Engage in securing UAS systems through vulnerability assessment, system hardening, and collaborative implementation of security controls while adhering to NIST standards and agile methodologies...
1 week ago
Cyber - Enterprise Security Architect - Senior - Consulting
$125K - $209K *
Engage in impactful security architecture design while collaborating with clients. Assess, strategize, and implement robust security frameworks and roadmaps for diverse enterprises, ensuring alignment...
3 weeks ago
What qualifications do I need for a Cyber Security Analyst job?
Most Cyber Security Analyst roles require a degree in cybersecurity, information technology, computer science, or a related field. Some roles may also require specific certifications such as Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) or CompTIA Security+.
What is the average salary for a Cyber Security Analyst job?
The salary for Cyber Security Analyst jobs can vary but it typically ranges from $70,000 to $120,000, with the potential to earn significantly more in senior roles or specific regions.
What skills are necessary for a successful career in Cyber Security?
Some important skills for a career in Cyber Security include knowledge of encryption technologies, intrusion detection systems and firewall implementation, as well as strong analytical and problem-solving skills.