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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$70K - $95K *

Drive the optimization and administration of enterprise IT systems to enhance mission capabilities, ensuring secure and reliable infrastructure across diverse environments while collaborating with cyb...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Oversee adherence to a rigorous Risk Management Framework and manage IT risk compliance. This role ensures effective collaboration and supports the Authority to Operate approvals for secure systems, f...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$107K - $144K *

Join a dynamic Cybersecurity team overseeing enterprise security operations, analyzing threats, conducting incident responses, and implementing security tools to protect crucial assets in a fast-paced...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Accelerate your career by identifying and mitigating system vulnerabilities, developing countermeasures, and generating actionable intelligence to protect critical operations and missions from potenti...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Transform system security by identifying vulnerabilities and developing countermeasures through comprehensive analysis and investigation, ensuring mission-critical operations remain secure and resilie...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $95K *

Deliver operational excellence by leveraging API expertise to enhance integration, streamline processes, and drive metrics analysis, ensuring stability and security in enterprise systems while collabo...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Grow your career with a pivotal role enhancing and securing core security platforms. You will engineer, administer, and continuously improve integral technologies to strengthen security posture while...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$121K - $132K *

Drive the assessment and mitigation of information risk while leading vulnerability remediation efforts across the corporate network. Manage compliance with security standards and mentor junior analys...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Advance application security by evaluating solutions and driving best practices in risk management. Collaborate with dev teams to implement security at every stage of the Software Development Lifecycl...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Lead the charge in securing application development by collaborating with teams throughout the Software Development Lifecycle. Drive risk reduction with expert oversight, ensuring secure practices at...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Transform the Application Security landscape by partnering with development teams to ensure secure software practices throughout the development lifecycle while driving continual risk reduction and ma...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Lead the charge in enhancing application security by partnering with development teams, ensuring secure operations at scale, and driving best practices in threat modeling and code reviews throughout t...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$126K - $157K *

Help us strengthen our organization's cybersecurity posture by managing risks and ensuring compliance with essential regulations. Collaborate across teams to enhance security policies, audit processes...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $100K *

Champion security monitoring and incident response initiatives, conduct vulnerability assessments, and ensure compliance with cybersecurity regulations. Collaborate with teams to enhance security for...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $95K *

Accelerate project delivery by collaborating across teams to gather and translate business needs into technical requirements. Ensure alignment, consistency, and successful implementation of IT initiat...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $94K *

Optimize security protocols and practices to safeguard critical data by evaluating security events, identifying vulnerabilities, and investigating incidents. Lead efforts in risk management and enhanc...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Drive cybersecurity compliance and support ISSO operations across federal systems, ensuring security and authorization readiness in a complex cloud and hybrid environment. Collaborate with stakeholder...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $95K *

Elevate the organization’s cybersecurity by monitoring systems, implementing robust security measures, and developing comprehensive policies. Collaborate with IT teams to ensure protection against thr...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Transform network security through advanced virtualization, threat modeling, and compliance. Collaborate with diverse teams to design cutting-edge solutions that enhance security architecture and meet...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$113K - $237K *

Develop innovative cyber solutions, enhance operations, and conduct network analysis to strengthen security posture. Leverage analytic skills to address challenges, document methodologies, and effecti...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$160K - $180K *

Elevate your career by providing independent oversight of technology and information security risks. Collaborate with First Line teams and senior leaders, enhancing risk assessments and strengthening...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $110K *

Drive the enhancement of cybersecurity frameworks by managing security analysis, vulnerability management, and incident response. Collaborate with IT teams, provide technical guidance, and ensure robu...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$109K *

Elevate cybersecurity on our team as you collaborate with stakeholders to navigate the Risk Management Framework process and ensure compliance, while maintaining the operational security posture of in...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$109K *

Transform security protocols by ensuring compliance with RMF steps 0-6. Collaborate with system stakeholders to manage risks, drive ATO activities, and maintain operational security across diverse IT...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$98K - $159K *

Lead the charge in defining and implementing security policies and risk assessments. Collaborate on complex projects, providing expertise to safeguard technology and mitigate vulnerabilities across th...

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.