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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$116K - $216K *

Drive the future of identity and access management by leading innovative strategies that enhance security, user experience, and compliance across diverse populations within a dynamic healthcare enviro...

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3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $140K *

Manage day-to-day commission operations while ensuring accuracy, compliance, and effective coordination with teams. This role offers an opportunity to apply your analytical skills in a dynamic, fast-p...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $140K *

Support the strategic administration of commissions as a key member of the sales compensation team, ensuring accuracy and compliance while collaborating across functions in a dynamic pre-IPO environme...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$105K - $231K *

Innovate with us to lead offensive security initiatives, overseeing complex penetration testing and red-team efforts. This strategic role enhances federal cybersecurity by mitigating threats and ensur...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $221K *

Optimize security posture by managing cloud and infrastructure security, performing assessments, and ensuring compliance with federal standards while collaborating with various teams to support critic...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Elevate security measures by leveraging expertise in Fortify tools and incident response. Collaborate with project teams and stakeholders to address vulnerabilities while ensuring system resilience an...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in shaping robust security frameworks while mentoring teams and managing compliance. Collaborate across departments to safeguard data integrity and mitigate risks, enhancing overall or...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$122K - $175K *

Unlock potential by leading threat response initiatives, analyzing security events, and implementing strategies to protect customer environments in a dynamic, collaborative setting...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $180K *

Innovate with us to enhance our Third Party Risk Management program through automation and collaboration. Join a dynamic team that transforms security governance into an engineering discipline, elevat...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Empower mission success by driving security compliance and governance in a classified context, ensuring robust information assurance processes while collaborating across operational teams to maintain...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

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

$118K - $128K *

Drive the future of strategic planning in a dynamic environment, fostering collaboration and consistency across teams. Leverage your program management expertise to enhance operational processes and s...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$275K - $315K *

Shape the future of Application Security by architecting a cutting-edge, AI-native function. Lead a team to integrate security deeply into software development workflows, ensuring a proactive, autonom...

US-AnywhereRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $162K *

Play a key role in enhancing IT risk management for diverse clients. Leverage your expertise in cybersecurity and compliance to optimize systems and processes while working collaboratively with teams...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$164K - $235K *

Lead engineering excellence in ServiceNow, driving strategy and team development to harness AI capabilities for enhanced operational efficiency and seamless platform upgrades...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$168K - $200K *

Join us to empower enterprise customers with tailored security solutions, addressing their complex needs through expert technical guidance, engaging demonstrations, and strategic collaboration with sa...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $300K *

The Security Lead will be a key architect of Cogent's product, focusing on AI and cybersecurity while also overseeing the company's operational security. This role involves shaping product strategy, e...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$168K - $200K *

Help us tackle complex security challenges by serving as a trusted advisor, collaborating with Sales to design innovative solutions that connect technical capabilities to measurable business outcomes...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in driving technical strategies and closing enterprise deals while serving as a trusted advisor to bridge AppSec, Development, and Executive stakeholders, influencing customer impact t...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of AI security, leading incident response for product-level threats. Craft a robust AI incident response strategy, ensuring products are secure from vulnerabilities...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $285K *

Join a team that champions cybersecurity as you lead strategic architecture initiatives, drive security best practices, and collaborate with cross-functional experts to enhance organizational resilien...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Optimize your career as a Tier 2 SOC Analyst, driving impactful security strategies and enhancing client engagement through hands-on contributions and cutting-edge tools. Engage deeply with detection...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$60K - $211K *

Engineer security solutions that safeguard internal environments through innovative design and integration. Collaborate with teams to optimize security architectures, automate processes, and enhance o...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Tackle comprehensive cybersecurity challenges by leading security measures for cloud environments and ensuring compliance with essential risk management frameworks to protect critical data and systems...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $155K *

Design and implement secure controls to enhance federal platform compliance. Collaborate with teams to integrate security practices, enabling engineering velocity while maintaining continuous adherenc...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $130K *

Engage in impactful analysis to enhance enterprise platforms and workflows, ensuring data quality and operational efficiency. Collaborate with engineering and product teams to drive improvements and s...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 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.