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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$156K - $240K *

Drive technical excellence by leading AWS project deliveries while mentoring teams and standardizing solutions across multiple client engagements, ensuring strategic alignment and innovation in cloud...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$160K - $180K *

Unlock potential by designing and implementing innovative data governance strategies. Collaborate with clients to ensure data quality, support cloud transformation, and enable AI readiness, driving si...

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Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $100K *

Drive the optimization and maintenance of imaging systems in healthcare, acting as a key liaison among Radiology, IT, and vendors to ensure efficient workflows, high system availability, and complianc...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$85K - $100K *

Pioneer your career by optimizing PACS and RIS systems in radiology, ensuring seamless digital imaging workflows across departments while enhancing user experience and system reliability...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$86K - $138K *

Build a robust Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) environment, ensuring optimal performance and security through proactive resource management, updates, and collaboration with cross-functional teams...

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2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $153K *

Drive innovation by delivering Elastic solutions, guiding architecture design, and optimizing capacity in critical environments, while mentoring teams and fostering strong customer relationships for m...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$131K - $237K *

Lead the charge in Risk Management as an SME, guiding complex software lifecycle security, ensuring compliance, and providing strategic oversight to enhance operational capabilities for defense system...

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Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$92K - $115K *

Accelerate progress at the intersection of finance and strategy by owning forecasting and analysis tasks, partnering with business leaders, and providing insights that shape decision-making across the...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$225K - $275K *

Transform organizational effectiveness by leading a strategic overhaul of the operating model, collaborating with senior leaders and managing cross-functional teams to drive measurable outcomes and en...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing IT disaster recovery and resiliency. You'll develop and manage enterprise DR programs ensuring continuity for U.S. diplomatic missions and compliance with nat...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Transform IT operations by leveraging your skills as a ServiceNow Developer. Collaborate with teams to design and implement innovative solutions that enhance client experiences and streamline asset ma...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in designing reusable data products, transforming institutional data into a secure and scalable analytics foundation. Collaborate across functions to establish standards and practices...

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2 weeks ago

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

$106K - $125K *

Engage in the design and development of scalable software solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance assessment platforms. This role emphasizes hands-on learning and innovation in...

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

$150K - $195K *

Elevate sales strategies and drive client engagement to promote Workday services, managing complex sales cycles. Build strategic relationships and maintain pipelines to achieve quarterly targets while...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$134K - $209K *

Unlock the potential of technology strategies by leading initiatives that bridge enterprise goals and innovative practices. Collaborate across teams to design impactful solutions and drive change in a...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $185K *

Drive impactful data transformation by establishing trusted analytics models. Shape core metrics, ensure data quality, and collaborate cross-functionally to enable business insights and financial repo...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Unlock potential by driving the design and optimization of Azure Virtual Desktop solutions. Lead enterprise-level initiatives for desktop delivery, enhancing user experience while ensuring secure, res...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$71K - $119K *

Drive the installation and maintenance of marine propulsion systems while ensuring technical excellence in complex environments. Engage directly with customers and lead diverse teams across various sh...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$68K - $105K *

Engage in meaningful analysis and reporting, leveraging data visualization tools like Tableau to enhance customer engagement insights and drive strategic decisions for executive leadership. Your role...

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Today

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

$135K - $160K *

Drive GitLab's Secret Detection and Vulnerability Research efforts to shape security product outcomes. Own the detection lifecycle, ensure content quality, and leverage AI to enhance operational effic...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$151K - $221K *

Shape the future of secure authentication by leading innovative design and implementation initiatives across enterprise platforms, ensuring seamless user experiences and robust security measures throu...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Innovate our quality measurement efforts by analyzing, modeling, and automating HEDIS strategy. Collaborate with key stakeholders, enhance data governance, and drive improvements to support strategic...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$61K - $125K *

Deliver independent business valuations and industry analysis to support strategic credit decisions while collaborating with a diverse team. Manage multiple projects and communicate effectively to syn...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$156K - $240K *

Lead innovative cloud solutions by orchestrating technical strategies, mentoring teams, and enhancing delivery excellence across AWS projects, fostering client engagement and continuous growth in publ...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Join us to lead day-to-day IT support and service for a remote-first workforce, ensuring effective user assistance, onboarding, compliance, and technology initiatives that drive operational success an...

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3 weeks 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.