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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$168K - $200K *

Engage in strategic ServiceNow Security consultative engagements, guiding Federal clients from discovery to implementation. Leverage your expertise in cybersecurity to enhance operational impact and d...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform the network landscape by leading engineering teams in analyzing and optimizing complex network solutions, ensuring quality standards are met while driving innovation across global infrastruc...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$156K - $196K *

Oversee security engineering efforts that enhance infrastructure and application safety. Collaborate on threat modeling and vulnerability assessments while automating processes and ensuring compliance...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $170K *

Champion quality in AI decision-support systems by leading test strategy, building automation, and defining acceptance criteria. Collaborate closely with product and engineering to ensure robust testi...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$78K - $119K *

Join as a digital adoption consultant to enhance ERP solutions by coordinating WalkMe implementations, creating governance frameworks, and developing scalable DAP processes while focusing on user expe...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Grow your career with a dynamic role in network administration, focusing on design, implementation, and security of network infrastructures while managing projects and enhancing operational performanc...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $95K *

Engage with client health systems to extract and validate critical healthcare data for our analytics platform. Collaborate with technical teams while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Drive effective configuration management processes in a dynamic defense program, focusing on compliance and improvement in hypersonic systems. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure technical docume...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$175K - $251K *

Empower a pivotal sales engineering team, driving strategic solutions and market growth. Collaborate with leadership and partners, refining processes and mentoring talent for optimal revenue achieveme...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$150K - $200K *

Lead the charge in security risk consulting, combining strategic vision and technical expertise to drive business growth while fostering client relationships and ensuring high service delivery standar...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $145K *

Engage as a Cloud Engineer to design and implement secure Azure solutions, collaborating with teams to optimize performance and manage infrastructure. Focus on automation, compliance, and delivering h...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing server environments and cloud services while ensuring optimal performance and security. Collaborate with a skilled team in a fully remote setting, supporting critical infra...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$134K - $229K *

Develop strategic partnerships with enterprise customers to drive solution adoption and measure their business value. Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver technical support and presentations that...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$154K - $221K *

Transform customer engagements by architecting effective technical solutions, guiding sales cycles with expert insights and fostering collaboration across teams to ensure alignment with client objecti...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in deploying and scaling generative AI solutions by embedding within customer engineering teams, ensuring operational excellence, and bridging AI research with production-grade cloud i...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of finance by optimizing data pipelines, enhancing reporting systems, and collaborating with stakeholders. Drive insights and analytics to improve financial proce...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$138K - $209K *

Transform industrial IoT solutions by leading Azure architectures that integrate operational technology with cutting-edge cloud capabilities for enhanced connectivity, analytics, and security across d...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $183K *

Elevate customer experiences as you engage in technical product presentations, align solutions with client needs, and lead product evaluations within a collaborative sales engineering team. Transform...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Pioneer the customer journey by leading technical onboarding and support, resolving complex issues, and enhancing team capabilities to ensure seamless deployment and client satisfaction across a range...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Innovate client onboarding by executing technical projects across hybrid and cloud infrastructures. Collaborate with teams to ensure excellence in deployments while enhancing client satisfaction and f...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Pioneer automation and reliability in our platform by optimizing CI/CD pipelines and managing Kubernetes deployments, ensuring secure and efficient deployment practices while collaborating closely wit...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Engineer product form strategies and contracts to ensure compliance, maintain competitiveness, and enhance collaboration across departments, driving innovation and process improvements while managing...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Advance your career by leading software development operations, providing guidance and expertise in full-stack technologies while collaborating with key stakeholders to optimize processes and enhance...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$50K - $142K *

Transform healthcare data integration by managing complex projects with minimal guidance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to solve client issues, optimize data flows, and ensure successful go...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$146K - $151K *

Transform your career by leading the deployment and optimization of cloud solutions, enhancing operational reliability, driving security compliance, and guiding teams in adopting best DevOps practices...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   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.