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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$151K - $227K *

Empower a high-performing team in driving integrations and automation across IT Systems. Lead strategic initiatives, set technical standards, and collaborate organization-wide to enhance operational e...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $180K *

Champion scalable partner ecosystems by building and executing a go-to-market strategy to drive revenue and growth across MSSPs and channel partners in the U.S. Foster relationships and define joint s...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$73K - $110K *

Transform business insights into technology solutions by leveraging your analytical and problem-solving skills. Collaborate with teams across functions to ensure systems meet business needs and optimi...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$93K - $104K *

Transform your career as a Hyper-V Engineer, leading the design and implementation of advanced virtualization solutions while collaborating on global migration initiatives and optimizing cutting-edge...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Shape the future of cloud security by designing and securing complex cloud environments across GCP, Azure, and AWS, while providing strategic guidance and enhancing compliance for clients with a focus...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Drive effective execution of the Cisco go-to-market strategy by leading cross-functional alignment, ensuring operational discipline, and enhancing team performance to maximize sales impact and custome...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $140K *

Unlock potential by developing and supporting our ERP applications on the IBM i platform. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure high performance, reliability, and compliance while moderniz...

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Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Join us to lead AI-driven transformation by bridging product strategy with technical execution, shaping the future of automation and governance within our organization...

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4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $199K *

Lead the charge in architectural governance and technical direction for a major application modernization initiative, ensuring legacy systems evolve to AWS cloud services while aligning with strategic...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Transform client interactions by leveraging data-driven insights to drive revenue growth in the mortgage capital markets sector. Engage with key industry players while managing comprehensive sales cyc...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $130K *

Reimagine financial workflows as a Process Analyst SME, optimizing end-to-end processes, ensuring compliance, and aligning with ERP systems. Drive transformation initiatives, enhance efficiency, and f...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Champion the development of Epic Professional Billing modules, enhancing revenue cycle processes through design, build, and support. Collaborate with IT and stakeholders to troubleshoot issues and dri...

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Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $180K *

Transform the internal audit landscape by leading strategic initiatives, designing robust frameworks, and enhancing compliance while ensuring effective risk management and operational excellence acros...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$87K - $161K *

Join a team that drives collaboration between business and IT to transform complex requirements into clear technical specifications, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and enhancing overall proje...

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4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$68K - $131K *

Unlock your potential by leading a dynamic team focused on enhancing airport technology and customer satisfaction. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure smooth operations, compliance, and innovative...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $115K *

Leverage your analytical expertise to optimize service center operations through data-driven insights. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance efficiency, drive improved customer experience...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Lead the design and delivery of high-quality, scalable software solutions by mentoring developers, driving code quality, and optimizing performance across modern frontend and backend frameworks...

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Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$91K - $152K *

Lead the charge in optimizing clinical applications by supporting Epic Inpatient ClinDoc. Collaborate with stakeholders to improve workflows, manage upgrades, and enhance system stability while drivin...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $130K *

Deliver innovative solutions as a Software Engineer III, bridging management and technical teams. Engage in complex problem solving, API integrations, and mentor junior developers while enhancing mort...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $130K *

Transform customer relationships and drive success through expert technical guidance. Collaborate closely with sales teams to demonstrate solutions, ensure effective deployments, and address client ne...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$190K - $250K *

Lead the charge in shaping product innovation and growth within the Individual Marketplace, driving strategy, execution, and cross-functional collaboration to enhance platforms and deliver excellence...

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4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $100K *

Drive efficiency as you manage Workday projects, build integrations, and connect with diverse teams, enhancing HR functions and supporting organizational growth through strategic project leadership an...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $155K *

Lead the charge in modernizing network infrastructure for critical defense operations, focusing on migrating legacy systems to high-availability architectures while managing complex network transition...

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4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$109K - $181K *

Transform your career by designing and managing robust LAN/WAN solutions in a dynamic, cloud-enabled environment. Collaborate with a team of experts to troubleshoot connectivity issues and ensure ente...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$120K - $150K *

Join us to lead complex audits, shape strategic initiatives, and provide expert oversight with significant organizational impact while managing stakeholder relationships and mentoring teams in a dynam...

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3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.