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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$145K - $244K *

Drive success by leading a dynamic team of Account Executives to excel in B2B technology sales. Foster collaboration, develop training, and execute innovative sales strategies to enhance performance a...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$85K - $141K *

Join a team that empowers biomedical informatics applications by ensuring data quality and system performance. Balance operational support with process improvement and collaboration to enhance data-dr...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$218K - $321K *

Champion innovative security solutions as the technical lead for product and AI security, overseeing architecture and integration across payment systems while mentoring teams to elevate security matur...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$218K - $321K *

Contribute to innovative security solutions by leading product and AI security initiatives while shaping security architecture across enterprise environments, ensuring robust protection and coherence...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $150K *

Empower your career by spearheading the transition to modern, cloud-native architectures, integrating legacy systems with AWS, Azure, and on-prem solutions to establish a scalable, secure application...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $180K *

Engineer intelligent automation systems that reshape internal workflows, enabling teams to operate efficiently across various departments. Collaborate closely with stakeholders to identify and impleme...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $130K *

Unlock potential by supporting DOJ's complex litigation mission in a fully remote role. Manage high-volume workflows and coordinate with teams to ensure efficient automated litigation support services...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$80K - $110K *

Drive high-quality support for Navy afloat networks by troubleshooting complex issues, collaborating with teams, and providing IT solutions in fast-paced maritime environments, ensuring optimal networ...

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6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $180K *

Unlock strategic opportunities as a high-impact leader driving enterprise transformations while collaborating with executives to deliver cohesive, technology-driven solutions across managed services a...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$71K - $104K *

Join a forward-thinking team to align technology solutions with business strategies, enhancing processes and systems while providing vital support and communication across departments and with vendors...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$75K - $95K *

Serve as a senior-level professional managing complex inquiries, delivering exceptional customer support services on justice programs, and ensuring client satisfaction across multiple communication ch...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$100K - $130K *

Lead cybersecurity programs, managing SOC and risk strategies, while ensuring safeguards for critical systems and data. Collaborate with teams to fortify security measures and navigate emerging threat...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $180K *

Elevate your impact by leading policy engagement with state and local leaders on AI in homeland security and public safety. Utilize your expertise to build relationships, develop strategies, and navig...

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4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$90K - $130K *

Unlock your potential as a versatile expert, collaborating with Finance, Accounting, and Procurement teams to enhance Workday Financials operations and drive strategic initiatives within a high-perfor...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$141K - $170K *

Lead the charge in developing high-performing data engineering teams and deliver innovative data capabilities. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive insights and enhance customer outcomes across a gl...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Join us to lead the charge in transforming clinical research demands into actionable engineering solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders to define requirements and enhance product performance, all wh...

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4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $180K *

Optimize customer authentication experiences through advanced CIAM engineering. Join a dynamic team to drive identity solutions and enhance security frameworks while leveraging AI/ML techniques for a...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $170K *

Tackle financial strategy and execution as a key member of the corporate finance team. Lead month-end close, deliver insightful reports, and build financial models to support our growth in a high-pace...

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4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$118K - $196K *

Join a dynamic team of experts, enhancing cloud security across AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud. This role empowers you to design innovative solutions and establish robust security measures, ensuring saf...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$156K - $215K *

Pioneer innovative integrations as a Staff Forward Deploy Engineer, delivering effective solutions to customer challenges. Collaborate across teams to enhance product performance while leading technic...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$77K - $105K *

Shape customer experiences by driving technical support and onboarding initiatives. Collaborate with teams to resolve issues, perform health checks, and ensure customer success, leveraging expertise t...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$138K - $209K *

Shape the future of collaboration technology as you architect scalable, secure, and user-friendly Microsoft Teams Rooms solutions. Lead initiatives in AV design, establish technical standards, and enh...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $216K *

Lead the charge in designing and managing enterprise data systems, ensuring stability and security. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop scalable architectures while mentoring engineers...

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2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Drive the data governance program, ensuring data quality and consistency across products. Enhance organizational trust with effective data literacy initiatives and strong stewardship practices, while...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$105K - $150K *

Discover the intersection of software development and security as you automate and enhance deployment pipelines, ensuring robust application security and infrastructure management with cutting-edge te...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.