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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$100K - $130K *

Champion secure application delivery by automating CI/CD pipelines, managing environment configurations, and implementing security best practices in collaboration with cross-functional teams in a full...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $150K *

Grow your career by driving sales success and expanding client relationships through tailored security solutions, ensuring compliance and reducing risk for enterprise clients across diverse sectors an...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$83K - $101K *

Unlock potential by leveraging advanced analytics to transform operational data into actionable insights, guiding stakeholders across projects while driving innovation in AI and machine learning for i...

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Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Empower progress at the intersection of business and technology by leading technical engagements, crafting tailored solutions for customer security challenges, and providing support through implementa...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading technical engagements that bridge business needs and technology solutions. Collaborate with customers to design and implement innovative solutions tailored to enhance secur...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Elevate the sales process by leading technical engagements, designing tailored solutions, and bridging business needs with technology in a customer-facing role focused on cybersecurity. Become a trust...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Elevate the sales process by leading technical engagements and providing tailored cybersecurity solutions that bridge business needs and technology. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive your career with a pivotal role in bridging technical solutions and business needs, leading sales processes in cybersecurity through effective communication and hands-on implementation and suppo...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $158K *

Shape your career as a Business Analyst by collaborating across teams, refining backlogs, and ensuring alignment of business and technical objectives in an Agile environment. Drive impactful outcomes...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $158K *

Lead the charge in transforming business processes through agile methodologies, ensuring alignment of user stories with strategic goals. Collaborate across teams, facilitate planning events, and maint...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $185K *

Unlock potential by joining as a Blue Team Security Engineer, where you'll assess third-party security, automate tools, and drive incident response to enhance organizational safety while collaborating...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $155K *

Shape the future of cybersecurity by tackling complex challenges and integrating innovative security solutions. Leverage your expertise to enhance systems, deliver project support, and ensure complian...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$133K - $193K *

Lead the charge in enhancing security for Managed Services platforms by implementing robust controls and best practices, collaborating across teams to reduce risk, improve security posture, and drive...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Drive complex federal platform initiatives, enhancing security, compliance, and infrastructure through innovative engineering solutions and cross-functional leadership...

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2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Lead the charge in developing and executing a comprehensive information security program, ensuring compliance with regulations and managing risks across all platforms and services while enhancing secu...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$134K - $184K *

Drive security excellence across AI and cloud-native products by embedding secure development practices, leading risk assessments, and architecting robust protections for scalable systems. Collaborate...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $190K *

Champion customer security by collaborating with sales to deliver tailored solutions, educate stakeholders on technical challenges, and drive impactful engagements across prospects and partners in the...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$122K - $165K *

Lead the charge in enhancing Circle's security posture by identifying threats, managing incidents, and deploying advanced detection techniques within a collaborative and dynamic environment...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $270K *

Join a team that's redefining identity and cybersecurity strategy. As Field CTO, you will engage top-tier clients, influence their security architecture, and shape the technical narrative for our inno...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$153K - $214K *

Empower your career by leading incident response capabilities in security. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to manage product security incidents, ensuring user protection and systemic i...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive robust security practices by collaborating with teams to ensure compliance, mitigate risks, and enhance governance for secure application and cloud environments. This hands-on role combines deep...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $160K *

Shape the future of enterprise security by designing and implementing cutting-edge solutions that bolster cybersecurity and advance Zero Trust maturity in a fully remote capacity. Collaborate cross-fu...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $128K *

Champion information security initiatives by leading communication, training, and change management strategies, while collaborating with stakeholders to enhance awareness and secure behaviors across t...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$139K - $151K *

Drive security excellence by leading SOC operations, investigating incidents, and enhancing detection capabilities across diverse environments, ensuring organizational safety and resilience through ex...

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Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Champion your career by leading a team to drive strategic sales and client engagement across the South Atlantic Region, fostering growth and collaboration while achieving ambitious revenue targets and...

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2 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.