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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$80K - $115K *

Champion project financial management by collaborating with key stakeholders, ensuring accurate budgets, forecasts, and reporting. Drive improvements and support risk mitigation for successful program...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading the design and implementation of innovative IRM/GRC solutions on the ServiceNow platform. Guide teams, enhance client satisfaction, and drive large-scale projects in a dyna...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $250K *

Shape the future of technical delivery by leading multi-disciplinary teams specializing in data engineering, governance, visualization, and AI. Drive excellence and practice maturation, ensuring a uni...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Contribute to the advancement of Linux operations by managing server environments, optimizing system performance, and ensuring robust integration with hardware and applications while collaborating acr...

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3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$99K - $120K *

Partner with us to lead critical building automation systems' integration projects, providing technical expertise and support throughout the installation and commissioning phases. Your role will ensur...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$125K - $150K *

Drive your career with a pivotal GRC Program Architect role focused on implementing and managing compliance frameworks like FedRAMP, CMMC, SOC 2, and more. Collaborate hands-on with engineering to sec...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Architect scalable integration methodologies to enhance agency acquisitions. Lead technical assessments, inform architectural decisions, and partner with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment wit...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$165K - $185K *

Elevate DevSecOps practices across Salesforce environments by leading automation, CI/CD strategies, and ensuring secure, compliant software delivery. Drive innovation while collaborating with cross-fu...

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3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Make your mark at a high-stakes Major Account Manager role, driving strategic growth and relationship building across a focused portfolio. Engage with senior stakeholders and lead complex negotiations...

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2 weeks ago

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

$135K - $160K *

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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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $160K *

Lead the charge in securing AI systems and pipelines by assessing risks, building mitigation strategies, and developing automated security solutions to ensure safe, responsible deployment of AI-powere...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$133K - $175K *

Transform the technology learning landscape by leading innovative solutions in AI, Cloud, and Security education. Build impactful curriculums, align with market needs, and drive enterprise success thr...

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Yesterday

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

$88K - $158K *

Join a team that's redefining software engineering standards in an AI-native development lifecycle, directing autonomous agents and ensuring rigorous code scrutiny while maintaining high-quality produ...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$159K - $202K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance software security by leading threat modeling, code reviews, and security automation initiatives. Collaborate with developers to ensure secure application practices and d...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$156K - $215K *

Transform data services by leading the design and operations of cutting-edge distributed systems at scale across multi-cloud infrastructures, driving automation and collaboration with global engineeri...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $251K *

Innovate your career as a Principal Sales Engineer, driving Zero Trust transformations for state and local government and educational entities while collaborating internally to achieve seamless custom...

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2 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Champion operational excellence by managing incidents in a hybrid VPC and global network environment, ensuring infrastructure health and security compliance through robust monitoring and proactive dia...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by enhancing Epic Digital Platforms, ensuring seamless integration and technical excellence to improve clinical care, workflow efficiency, and patient safety through collaborative dev...

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Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Drive enterprise architecture strategy and governance, ensuring alignment with business goals by evaluating emerging technologies, fostering innovation, and leading cross-functional collaboration to s...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$115K - $160K *

Lead application security engagements using generative AI for source code review. Mentor junior team members, coordinate with leadership, and enhance security processes through innovative methodologie...

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5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $216K *

Champion security excellence by managing NOC and SOC operations, driving real-time decision-making, and overseeing contractor teams to ensure a secure environment 24/7. Collaborate with stakeholders t...

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3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in developing data science solutions by leveraging innovative technologies to analyze and visualize data, driving actionable insights for product advancement in a collaborative, agile...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $250K *

Join a team that's securing cutting-edge software applications, tackling advanced threats, and enhancing security practices. Work collaboratively with engineers to innovate and implement robust securi...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$68K - $143K *

Innovate workforce management practices by partnering with leadership to optimize resource allocation, onboarding processes, and compliance, ensuring a seamless experience for personnel while leveragi...

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3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$190K - $265K *

Join us as a principal technical authority, shaping the future of AI operations through innovative platform design, engineering excellence, and governance strategies to drive efficiency and security a...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise 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.