Welcome to IT Security Analyst Careers

IT Security Analysts are key players in safeguarding information systems against cyber threats, ensuring data confidentiality, integrity, and availability. Their roles often involve risk assessment, development of security policies, and incident response planning.

Roles and Responsibilities

Whether you're just starting your career or seeking advancement, understanding the roles and responsibilities of an IT Security Analyst is crucial. In this section, we provide an in-depth look at what it takes to succeed in this field.

Career Pathways

Embarking on a career in IT security analysis opens opportunities in various sectors. This section highlights these pathways, showing you where this career may lead.

Salary Expectations

IT Security Analyst positions often come with attractive salary packages. Explore what you can expect in terms of compensation in this section.

Qualifications and Skills

What qualifications are employers seeking? What skills increase your marketability? Discover this and more in this section.

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$146K - $234K *

Lead the migration of IAM data to a modern platform, ensuring accuracy and security throughout the process. Collaborate with multiple teams while managing technical risks, operational support, and com...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$168K - $183K *

Contribute to secure software development by leading design and implementation efforts, mentoring engineers and addressing complex challenges in client-side applications across multiple platforms incl...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $216K *

Transform your career by leading secure architecture and engineering efforts across cloud and on-premises environments, ensuring compliance with NIST and IRS standards while significantly enhancing cy...

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1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$144K - $288K *

Advance security by leading the development of application and AI security policies. Shape design patterns for AI systems and promote awareness of AI risks while collaborating with teams to ensure res...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$168K - $200K *

Lead the charge in providing expert consulting to drive security solutions, engaging directly with enterprise clients to address risks. Collaborate with sales teams for demonstrations, solution design...

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5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$168K - $200K *

Join a team that partners with Sales to tackle complex security challenges for enterprise customers. Act as a trusted advisor in solution design and product validation while delivering impactful demon...

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5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$168K - $200K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative security solutions to enterprise clients by serving as a trusted technical advisor while bridging the gap between complex cybersecurity challenges and strategi...

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5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive operational excellence through application support for enterprise middleware, focusing on integration services, troubleshooting, and modernization using cutting-edge technologies. Engage in 24x7...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Engage as a versatile Facility Security & IT Specialist, ensuring security and IT operations run seamlessly in a secure facility. Oversee access control, manage vendor projects, and provide essential...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $127K *

Advocate for cloud innovation, optimizing client onboarding and IT deployment. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure effective solution implementation across Microsoft Azure, AWS, and Linux environ...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$235K - $350K *

Lead the charge in advancing applied AI research across cybersecurity, driving innovative solutions and rigorous methodologies for autonomous agentic systems while collaborating closely with interdisc...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Transform IT infrastructure and cybersecurity with strategic leadership. Manage day-to-day operations, mitigate security threats, and enhance user support across a hybrid workforce, ensuring complianc...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$82K - $172K *

Design and implement innovative AI solutions, guiding pilot programs from conception to execution while collaborating across teams to enhance system capabilities and performance in a dynamic environme...

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4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$82K - $172K *

Join a dynamic team to design and implement innovative AI and ML solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional experts to develop cutting-edge features and improve software systems through the integrat...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead the design and development of our enterprise data platform, driving initiatives for data ingestion, storage, and transformation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data governance...

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2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$119K - $193K *

Innovate in security and risk analysis by researching trends, delivering insights, and advising global clients. Collaborate with a high-performance team to enhance business strategies and technologies...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$85K *

Join a team that's dedicated to designing and maintaining secure cloud and infrastructure solutions while collaborating across departments to deliver exceptional client support and proactive maintenan...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $102K *

Elevate your career by designing and maintaining secure client infrastructures. Join our team to tackle complex challenges in cloud solutions while collaborating with various stakeholders and mentorin...

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Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Shape the future of security partnerships by aligning risk with business priorities, guiding decision-making, and enhancing security strategies across diverse product landscapes and regulatory environ...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's on the front lines of cybersecurity, leading high-severity incident response, driving technical investigations, coordinating multi-department efforts, and enhancing SOC maturity aga...

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4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in security operations excellence by overseeing our 24x7x365 SOC. Drive process maturity, team performance, and operational efficiency while aligning client satisfaction with strategic...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $155K *

Join our team as a Program Manager, leading strategic technology programs that drive business value. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure project alignment and operational excellence while mentori...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Accelerate cloud security excellence by designing and implementing robust AWS controls, automating security processes, integrating with engineering workflows, and ensuring compliance for scalable, sec...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $175K *

Lead the development of advanced analytical models to enhance our cybersecurity platform, collaborating with teams to deliver actionable insights and support decision-making through data-driven soluti...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in optimizing IT systems and data management for major federal healthcare programs. Collaborate across teams to deliver accurate, timely information and innovative data solutions that...

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Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What responsibilities does an IT Security Analyst have?question toggle

    IT Security Analysts are chiefly responsible for protecting the integrity of data and information systems. They perform risk assessments, develop security policies, manage security breaches and incidents, among other things.

  • What is the average salary for an IT Security Analyst?question toggle

    Salaries can vary widely depending on the organization and location, but IT Security Analyst roles often come with a six-figure salary.

  • What qualifications do I need to become an IT Security Analyst?question toggle

    In addition to a degree in IT or a related field, most IT Security Analyst jobs require certifications like Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) or Certified Information Security Manager (CISM).

  • What are the career pathways for an IT Security Analyst?question toggle

    As an IT Security Analyst, you can move up to roles like Security Manager, Security Director, or Chief Information Security Officer. These positions offer more strategic oversight and higher salaries.