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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$110K - $125K *

Join a dynamic investment banking team to analyze, structure, and execute complex debt transactions while gaining exposure to various industries and enhancing your financial modeling skills in a colla...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$135K - $216K *

Reimagine the future of cyberspace operations by leading policy analysis and strategy formulation. Join a collaborative team focused on developing national and DOD-level policy initiatives while enhan...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Transform privacy governance by advising teams on compliance and risk mitigation. Manage privacy-related evaluations and enhance policies while ensuring ICES upholds its values through effective train...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$130K *

Champion the design and management of global security systems, ensuring compliance and alignment with enterprise risk strategies while leading vendor partnerships and cross-functional teams for contin...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $167K *

Join a team that drives operational excellence for trading systems, ensuring swift support and solutions for institutional equity desks. Collaborate across functions to streamline processes, enhance u...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$109K - $114K *

Empower your career by ensuring the security of applications and systems, conducting thorough security assessments, integrating testing into development processes, and providing guidance on secure cod...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Play a key role in strengthening AI security governance and compliance by managing AI platforms and implementing effective controls. Collaborate across functions to ensure secure and responsible AI us...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $125K *

Pioneer quality assurance initiatives and testing strategies for UI modernization projects. Collaborate with teams to ensure software meets functional, security, and quality standards for seamless ope...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $140K *

Shape the future of engineering by leading small projects, enhancing client relationships, and delivering precision in discipline-specific designs while evolving through mentorship and collaborative t...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$86K - $198K *

Optimize and secure cloud infrastructure, ensuring compliance with DoD standards. Collaborate with stakeholders and technical teams to manage vulnerabilities, automate security processes, and enhance...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$86K - $198K *

Lead the charge in securing cloud infrastructure, ensuring compliance with DoD requirements, while optimizing automation of security processes and enhancing resilience against vulnerabilities to prote...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $95K *

Analyze cybersecurity threats and vulnerabilities to enhance Marine Corps security. Collaborate proactively across teams to monitor and remediate cyber incidents, ensuring robust protection for commun...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Lead the charge in cloud security by providing expert guidance on complex projects that ensure information protection and compliance within public cloud environments while collaborating across multipl...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $200K *

Join the Finance team as a strategic partner, driving financial planning and analysis across technology sectors while collaborating with senior stakeholders to influence outcomes and support business...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $160K *

Join a team that's redefining the future by leveraging cutting-edge AI to develop innovative machine learning solutions that solve complex business challenges, and actively collaborating across multid...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Champion client relationships by engaging with executives to develop technology roadmaps, ensuring alignment with business goals and driving impactful solutions that enhance operational efficiency and...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Champion security excellence by implementing robust controls for enterprise applications, ensuring compliance with cybersecurity policies. Collaborate with stakeholders to document, assess, and mainta...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Shape enterprise security by proactively identifying risks, assessing vulnerabilities, and integrating secure design principles into the development lifecycle, while fostering collaboration with engin...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Optimize technology solutions to enhance third-party risk management and compliance programs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements, analyze workflows, and implement OneTrust...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$175K - $215K *

Transform mission-critical DoD software delivery by designing and leading a secure, scalable DevSecOps pipeline. Own the software lifecycle from development through production deployment while ensurin...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Innovate enterprise-wide cybersecurity services by designing robust architectures for identity management, cloud security, and Zero Trust compliance, driving the future of secure systems and applicati...

6 days ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Information Technology

$103K - $143K *

Accelerate your career by supporting federal acquisition and financial management activities. Collaborate with program managers, conduct market analysis, and ensure compliance to optimize project exec...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$105K - $161K *

Develop expertise in financial analysis and acquisition support, ensuring compliance with federal regulations while managing budgets and performing cost estimations for successful program execution an...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$72K - $108K *

Discover your potential in a dynamic Cyber Systems Administrator role. Provide on-site Tier 1 technical support, manage IT systems, and collaborate across teams while experiencing growth in a secure e...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $202K *

Shape proactive defensive strategies by analyzing threat intelligence on APT actors, emphasizing AI and emerging technologies to inform security architecture and controls...

3 weeks 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.