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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$200K - $255K *

Contribute to corporate security by designing, implementing, and maintaining robust security measures while collaborating with IT, engineering, and business teams to address and mitigate risks across...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$113K - $188K *

Optimize cybersecurity risk assessments by leading teams, developing policies, and ensuring compliance with federal standards. Collaborate with stakeholders to implement best practices and communicate...

3 weeks ago

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

$90K - $110K *

Empower your career by tackling critical security initiatives, managing internal and external risks, and driving projects in identity, network, endpoint, and cloud environments as a vital part of our...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$113K - $188K *

Oversee and enhance cybersecurity risk management and governance practices to meet Federal standards, while leading assessments and advising agencies on technology risk management strategies and impro...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$113K - $188K *

Lead the charge in cybersecurity risk management, guiding agency compliance and governance. Oversee assessments and enhance the risk register while collaborating with stakeholders to present findings...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$160K - $220K *

Lead active cybersecurity measures, deploy response strategies, and enhance defenses against evolving threats. Collaborate across teams to secure critical assets while driving incident investigations...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of information security by developing and implementing critical security programs. Collaborate with teams to enhance compliance and protect sensitive data while driving continuous imp...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Support cybersecurity initiatives to enhance IT security measures across a dynamic organization. Collaborate with technical teams, analyze incidents, and report on vulnerabilities to drive improvement...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $170K *

Lead a centralized cybersecurity team, ensuring integration of security protocols into systems, managing daily operations, and conducting risk assessments to maintain secure environments for crucial N...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Elevate your career by leading high-impact technology and security design projects. Collaborate with teams to deliver innovative solutions and mentor others, driving excellence in complex ICT and audi...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$82K - $172K *

Transform the cybersecurity landscape by developing and maintaining secure IT solutions for mission-critical systems. Collaborate with engineers and stakeholders to implement advanced security control...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$82K - $172K *

Unlock your potential as a vital engineering team member, driving cybersecurity solutions. Collaborate with top professionals to secure sensitive systems, ensuring adherence to rigorous standards whil...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$86K - $181K *

Lead security initiatives to safeguard mission-critical systems while integrating security engineering throughout the Software Development Life Cycle. Collaborate with teams to ensure seamless Risk Ma...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$98K - $115K *

Champion innovative information security solutions in a collaborative role supporting intelligence operations. Engage with IT systems, conduct security audits, and enhance security measures to pave th...

4 weeks ago

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

$133K - $220K *

Drive security innovation by implementing perimeter controls that reduce risks. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance security operations while adhering to agile practices and maintaining complian...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Engineer comprehensive intelligence solutions by evaluating complex data, integrating multiple information sources, and collaborating with teams to support national security missions in a dynamic envi...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Take ownership of cybersecurity operations by ensuring compliance and safeguarding information systems within DoD environments, directly supporting Special Access Programs (SAPs) and collaborating wit...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Lead daily security operations for information systems, ensuring optimal security posture in compliance with Risk Management Framework and supporting DoD Special Access Programs...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$170K - $201K *

Join a dynamic team driving enterprise reliability through expert system administration and troubleshooting. Optimize resource utilization and manage complex configurations, ensuring system integrity...

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$170K - $201K *

Optimize enterprise reliability by managing system configurations and troubleshooting server issues. Provide Tier 1-2 support, enhance system performance, and contribute to mission architecture within...

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's on the forefront of cybersecurity, designing robust security architectures and implementing advanced defense technologies to shield the organization from emerging threats and ensure...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform security practices by partnering with cross-functional teams to design, implement, and enhance security controls, ensuring compliance and protecting cloud applications in a fast-paced, colla...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in enhancing security architecture, ensuring compliance, and integrating robust cloud security measures across applications and infrastructures, while collaborating cross-functionally...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that’s focused on enhancing data security for GCP-based conversational AI. Review controls, assess risks, and collaborate across projects to ensure compliance and robust protection of sens...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$105K - $157K *

Empower data-driven decisions by ensuring accurate, consistent, and trusted enterprise data. Lead the Master Data team in analyzing critical business data, collaborating with stakeholders, and impleme...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 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.