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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$64K - $115K *

Innovate logistics and asset management workflows while leading a dedicated team to enhance deployment operations and ensure optimal performance, quality assurance, and stakeholder satisfaction in a f...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$116K - $144K *

Oversee the operation of cutting-edge cybersecurity solutions, ensuring the protection of digital infrastructure. Collaborate with teams to execute strategies, conduct assessments, and build a resilie...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's redefining application architecture by delivering innovative solutions. Collaborate closely with architects and analysts to ensure the security and integrity of applications, while...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Design, develop, and maintain robust APIs and integration solutions for large-scale federal missions, ensuring security and interoperability across applications while collaborating with technical team...

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Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$104K - $142K *

Unlock your potential as a Senior Android Platform Developer, collaborating across teams to enhance our secure custom Android operating system, focusing on security and innovation in mobile applicatio...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$100K - $120K *

Champion stability and performance in SAP systems while leading technical initiatives, troubleshooting complex issues, and collaborating with teams to enhance SAP landscapes and ensure optimal system...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $200K *

Join a team that's redefining IT leadership by managing vendor relations, ensuring seamless employee tech experiences, and driving security protocols in a dynamic startup environment that values innov...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$99K - $120K *

Unlock potential by leading SCADA system architecture and development across critical infrastructure projects, ensuring high-quality, secure, and scalable solutions that support mission-critical envir...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Join the charge in providing comprehensive Windows Systems Administration support, ensuring reliable operation across multiple locations, while enhancing system performance and client engagement throu...

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Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career by partnering with sales teams to align customer needs with innovative Fortinet solutions. Play a key role in pre-sales engagements, providing technical leadership and ensuring cus...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$499K - $500K+*

Elevate security measures by designing and developing crucial security protocols for content delivery systems, impacting Netflix's streaming services and infrastructure across the globe. Collaborate w...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Unlock potential by designing advanced data architectures that enable agentic systems. Collaborate across teams to enhance data flow, governance, and retrieval methods in a dynamic environment focused...

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5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $158K *

Shape mission-critical applications for the USMC by leveraging Oracle APEX expertise, collaborating with teams to ensure timely delivery and support of systems that enhance operational efficiency and...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$94K - $179K *

Lead the charge in designing and supporting critical systems, ensuring reliability and compliance while mentoring junior engineers. Your expertise will drive efficient infrastructure solutions with a...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Empower innovative software solutions by designing, developing, and maintaining high-quality applications while collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet diverse client needs and specification...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Unlock the potential of crypto intelligence by owning in-depth analyses of DPRK and Chinese financial threats, tracing illicit networks, and producing actionable insights for stakeholders across the g...

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3 weeks ago

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

$111K - $170K *

Drive strategic insights and analytics for business systems, enhancing performance and efficiency. Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver data-driven solutions and continuous improvement initiative...

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Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$175K - $185K *

Join a dynamic team as a Technical Project Manager, overseeing cloud data initiatives. You'll facilitate workspace provisioning, optimize workflows, and collaborate with engineering teams to ensure ti...

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2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $100K *

Optimize client success by leading complex implementations and integrations for B2B clients, leveraging your expertise to drive value and enhance user experience through hands-on technical guidance an...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$62K - $103K *

Transform systems support through innovative engineering, maintaining network hardware and software, and driving solutions for production incidents while collaborating with cross-functional teams to e...

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Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Transform global technology alliances by owning strategy, driving go-to-market execution, and fostering executive relationships. Collaborate cross-functionally to create impactful partnerships that en...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Lead technology strategies and enhance IT operations, ensuring performance, resiliency, and innovation across specialty areas like network and security, while managing relationships with vendors and i...

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Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Drive the enterprise risk management program to empower agile decision-making and enhance security compliance across the organization. Lead initiatives in risk assessment, mitigation, and reporting to...

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Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Drive your career forward by managing comprehensive database support across a vast global IT environment, ensuring seamless integration and security for over 350 facilities, numerous applications, and...

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2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$190K - $200K *

Unlock potential by leading enterprise Data Governance initiatives, developing market-ready solutions, and guiding client engagements. Elevate organizational data strategy through sustainable framewor...

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Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 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.