Explore Network Security Analyst Jobs

Network Security Analysts help organizations protect the systems, data, and connections that keep business running. They monitor network activity, investigate potential threats, strengthen security controls, and work with technical teams to reduce risk. Explore vetted Network Security Analyst opportunities on Ladders, including roles paying $100,000 or more.

What Network Security Analysts Do

Responsibilities vary by organization and seniority, but often include reviewing security alerts, analyzing network traffic, investigating incidents, assessing vulnerabilities, and recommending safeguards. Analysts may configure or monitor firewalls, intrusion detection and prevention systems, endpoint tools, and security information and event management (SIEM) platforms. Clear documentation and collaboration are essential when communicating findings and helping teams respond to threats.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek experience with networking concepts, security monitoring, incident response, and risk assessment. Familiarity with TCP/IP, DNS, VPNs, firewalls, cloud environments, and common security frameworks can be valuable. Analytical thinking, attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to explain technical issues to nontechnical partners can also help candidates stand out. Requirements differ across employers and industries.

Career Paths and Opportunities

Network Security Analysts work across industries such as technology, finance, healthcare, government, and consulting. Depending on experience and interests, career paths may lead to senior analyst, security engineer, incident response, security operations, or broader cybersecurity roles. Some positions focus on architecture and controls, while others emphasize threat monitoring, investigations, or compliance.

Find Network Security Analyst Jobs on Ladders

Use Ladders to explore vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review each listing for its responsibilities, required experience, work arrangement, and compensation details, then tailor your application to highlight relevant security tools, accomplishments, and measurable results.

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$130K - $155K *

Unlock potential by designing and implementing a zero-trust network security architecture that safeguards sensitive compute environments, ensuring robust access controls and security automation for ne...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing network security across diverse environments. You'll implement, maintain, and troubleshoot critical network solutions while collaborating with senior engineer...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Transform web application security by enhancing WAF and edge protection platforms. Collaborate with teams to implement, tune, and troubleshoot security measures, ensuring robust application safety acr...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $160K *

Unlock potential by ensuring the reliability of naval IT networks through the design, deployment, and maintenance of advanced perimeter security systems, while collaborating with teams to enhance oper...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $130K *

Empower the security landscape by designing and maintaining robust perimeter systems, ensuring 24/7 reliability for naval IT networks while collaborating with teams to enhance operational efficiency a...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Innovate secure network solutions by engineering and supporting robust infrastructure. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance security technologies, ensuring reliable connectivity and comp...

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Champion network security by implementing robust solutions for enterprise systems. Collaborate with teams to assess risks, maintain security protocols, and ensure operational integrity across corporat...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $155K *

Unlock potential by leading the design and implementation of advanced network security solutions across a large enterprise environment, enhancing security posture and resilience while guiding a team o...

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of network security by designing and implementing advanced solutions. Collaborate with experts to enhance organizational security posture across local and wide area networks with inno...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join a dynamic team to design and implement secure enterprise network architectures, enhancing resilience and security posture while collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet complex mission n...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Elevate network security by designing and implementing advanced architectures, enhancing cloud network security, and ensuring robust infrastructure against threats through hands-on troubleshooting and...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$95K - $115K *

Empower secure network environments by designing and managing advanced security solutions. This role requires hands-on expertise in network engineering, incident response, and policy management to ens...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Lead the design and implementation of advanced network security solutions, ensuring compliance and performance. Collaborate with teams to enhance security protocols and tools, driving innovation and e...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Optimize network security operations by managing infrastructure across data centers and cloud environments. This role requires hands-on expertise in firewalls, routing, and automation, contributing to...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$128K - $184K *

Elevate security measures by designing and automating data protection solutions. Collaborate across teams to enhance enterprise security posture and drive innovation while safeguarding critical data a...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$190K - $240K *

Shape the future of security by leading initiatives to protect complex products, cloud platforms, and critical infrastructure. Collaborate across teams to mitigate risks and strengthen security practi...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$190K - $240K *

Drive security initiatives across products and cloud platforms, collaborating with engineering and infrastructure teams to reduce risks and enhance security practices, ensuring secure design and incid...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$190K - $240K *

Lead key security initiatives, enhancing product and platform security by collaborating with cross-functional teams to minimize risks through assessments, incident responses, and strategic security im...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$190K - $240K *

Pioneer robust security practices across diverse platforms and products. Collaborate with engineering teams to identify vulnerabilities and enhance risk management. Build equitable and effective secur...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Optimize internal IT operations and security; manage systems, device management, and compliance processes to ensure a secure, productive environment while scaling operations effectively across the org...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$190K - $225K *

Elevate security by integrating threat intelligence into detection systems, enhancing response capabilities, and operationalizing insights to protect infrastructure, cloud, and enterprise systems agai...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$190K - $225K *

Join a team that's enhancing security through actionable threat intelligence. In this high-impact role, you'll connect external insights with internal systems to improve detection and response across...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$190K - $225K *

Build and scale threat intelligence capabilities to enhance security outcomes. Collaborate with teams to translate adversary insights into actionable detections, improving defenses across infrastructu...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$190K - $225K *

Transform security outcomes by integrating threat intelligence with internal systems. This high-impact role enhances detection and response capabilities, ensuring actionable insights from adversary ta...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $115K *

Shape your career by enhancing cybersecurity and network security architecture. Collaborate across teams to implement robust security measures, support regulatory compliance, and drive innovative stra...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Network Security Analyst do?question toggle

    A Network Security Analyst monitors and protects an organization's network. Typical work includes analyzing alerts and traffic, investigating suspicious activity, assessing vulnerabilities, supporting incident response, and recommending improvements to security controls.

  • What skills are important for Network Security Analyst jobs?question toggle

    Employers often value networking fundamentals, security monitoring, incident response, vulnerability assessment, and familiarity with tools such as firewalls, SIEM platforms, and intrusion detection systems. Communication and analytical skills are also important.

  • What qualifications do employers look for?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but roles may ask for relevant experience in networking or cybersecurity, knowledge of security technologies and practices, and a degree or industry certification. Check each job posting for specific requirements.

  • How much do Network Security Analysts earn?question toggle

    Pay varies by experience, location, industry, and role scope. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; review individual listings for compensation information.

  • Where can Network Security Analysts work?question toggle

    Network Security Analysts are employed by organizations in many sectors, including technology, finance, healthcare, government, and consulting. Opportunities may be on-site, hybrid, or remote depending on the employer.