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 - $110K *

Unlock potential by ensuring payroll tax compliance across North America, overseeing vendor operations, conducting audits, and optimizing payroll systems. Join a detail-oriented team focused on enhanc...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$120K - $160K *

Unlock potential by shaping commercial strategies to enhance revenue growth. Drive operational effectiveness across diverse sectors, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative pri...

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Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $160K *

Transform AI adoption within practices by leading innovation, developing customized roadmaps, and driving impactful use cases while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance organizational...

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4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $130K *

Drive innovative data solutions that empower partners and enhance decision-making through advanced analytics and automation as you collaborate across teams and adopt best practices...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$98K - $167K *

Elevate your career by leading the design and implementation of ServiceNow solutions, ensuring project success and client satisfaction through technical expertise and collaboration with cross-function...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$144K - $288K *

Join a team that's redefining enterprise architecture with cutting-edge AI, agentic frameworks, and data governance. Shape large-scale initiatives and drive technical innovation across critical platfo...

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1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $110K *

Optimize your career by joining a dynamic QA team to ensure high-quality SaaS applications. Collaborate closely with product and engineering teams to validate features and drive improvements in testin...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Unlock potential by designing and building robust full-stack solutions, ensuring platform reliability and scalability. Collaborate within a talented team to tackle complex problems that affect enterpr...

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4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $350K *

Shape the future of mission-critical electrical design by managing projects from concept to completion, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and developing design standards while ensuring quali...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $150K *

Transform enterprise data initiatives by designing and maintaining scalable data pipelines on the Databricks platform, collaborating with technical teams to deliver high-quality AI-driven data solutio...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $130K *

Shape the future of data-driven decision-making by leading analytics initiatives in support of federal transition programs, enhancing service effectiveness for transitioning Service members and Vetera...

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3 weeks ago

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

$124K - $176K *

Join a team that drives impactful Salesforce solutions through effective stakeholder collaboration. You'll lead discovery sessions, craft user stories, and maintain documentation, ensuring seamless pr...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$114K - $137K *

Advance the development of cloud-based systems and data pipelines that enhance autonomy performance and ensure release readiness, driving innovation in autonomous semi-truck software as part of a coll...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Drive platform integration and enhance capabilities through systems engineering expertise. Collaborate on future planning and analysis tasks, ensuring robust documentation and integration support whil...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$83K - $124K *

Shape the future of client finance through comprehensive financial oversight, project accounting support, and mentorship. Collaborate closely with project managers to ensure accurate financial trackin...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team as you manage corporate accounts, ensuring high retention and growth through strong relationships and proactive strategies in customer success and product adoption...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$78K - $140K *

Build strong relationships with local government accounts, driving sales growth through strategic outreach, upselling, and renewals while ensuring exceptional customer satisfaction. Accountability inc...

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3 weeks ago

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

$70K - $94K *

Elevate your career by conducting critical coding audits and analyses to ensure compliance with medical guidelines and support investigation of fraudulent activities while managing pended claims for e...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $130K *

Lead revenue growth by positioning service-led solutions for digital infrastructure projects. Collaborate with clients and cross-functional teams to develop tailored proposals and drive efficiency thr...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$90K - $120K *

Drive operational excellence by advancing Epic application functionality, ensuring efficient workflows, and providing expert analysis and support in a complex healthcare setting. Collaborate with dive...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$172K - $260K *

Lead transformative solutions for life sciences enterprises, guiding clients through complex Salesforce projects while architecting AI-first strategies and enhancing commercial operations...

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6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $130K *

Shape secure identity and access management strategies while delivering IT productivity solutions. Lead IAM initiatives, oversee Microsoft 365 services, and ensure compliance through effective governa...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$172K - $202K *

Champion industry insights by leading in-depth analysis and developing actionable strategies that empower clients. Collaborate across teams to deliver high-quality content and engage with executives...

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1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$69K - $99K *

Join a team that's enhancing laboratory services by optimizing Epic Beaker AP/CP and other workflows. You'll analyze and implement solutions, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and gain expertis...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$106K - $159K *

Pioneer the development of innovative SaaS solutions to enhance workforce readiness. Collaborate across teams to build scalable, high-quality applications while leading the design and enhancing custom...

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  •   Less than 5 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.