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 *

Execute security measures by analyzing incidents, conducting audits, and managing vulnerabilities to protect networks and systems. Collaborate on improving security infrastructure and ensuring complia...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$74K - $94K *

Accelerate your career by managing moderate complexity projects to enhance data security and clinical systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support incident response and improve user exp...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$90K - $120K *

Optimize security operations by monitoring and enhancing computing environments. Proactively identify and address security threats, ensuring robust defense mechanisms and timely incident response for...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $145K *

Champion the enhancement of cybersecurity posture by identifying risks, coordinating incident responses, and implementing robust security controls. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive com...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $95K *

Join a team that's creating cutting-edge cyber-intelligence solutions. You'll design, analyze, and integrate advanced security systems while collaborating across departments to enhance data protection...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $258K *

Shape the future of cybersecurity by leading incident response and threat hunting efforts. Collaborate with experts to enhance security posture across cloud, corporate, and product environments, drivi...

US-AnywhereRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $158K *

Champion cross-functional collaboration as a Business Analyst, enhancing workflows through backlog refinement and user story creation. Facilitate alignment between technical execution and business goa...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $110K *

Take ownership of information security standards and frameworks, managing documentation and policies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyze risks and develop robust security solutions whi...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$76K - $100K *

Shape compliance initiatives by leading SOC reporting and risk assessments, ensuring alignment with regulatory standards. Collaborate with teams across the organization to manage vendor risks and enha...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $200K *

Transform cybersecurity strategies by providing leadership and oversight, ensuring effective risk management, compliance, and the development of robust security architectures to safeguard enterprise o...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $98K *

Join our team to resolve complex technical issues and enhance client success through effective service request management and support for key business technologies in a dynamic and fast-paced environm...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$78K - $135K *

Unlock potential by managing vulnerability assessments and compliance activities across various frameworks. Collaborate with technical teams to enhance cloud security, ensure accurate compliance docum...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Advance our cybersecurity framework by monitoring, analyzing, and responding to threats across IT and Operational Technology networks, ensuring robust risk mitigation and incident response strategies...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $144K *

Build and enhance enterprise-wide information security operations, focusing on design, implementation, and compliance to protect systems and data, while collaborating effectively across teams and main...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Optimize security posture by investigating alerts, hunting threats, and enhancing detection capabilities across network, cloud, and endpoint environments, collaborating with teams to ensure comprehens...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $187K *

Architect robust IT security strategies, manage teams, and ensure compliance while driving infrastructure performance and risk reduction initiatives for enterprise endpoints and data protection...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $95K *

Unlock the potential of information management by organizing, tracking, and enhancing records handling across various platforms and ensuring compliance with established standards. Join a professional...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in securing AI platforms and cloud environments while implementing robust security controls, managing DLP policies, and assessing client AI deployments to enhance protection against em...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $105K *

Join a team that ensures technology risk management and compliance within the Retail Technology portfolio. Collaborate across teams to enhance compliance standards and drive strategic risk remediation...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$108K - $174K *

Architect innovative security solutions, guiding the evolution of security operations platforms. Collaborate with teams to enhance automation, mentor engineers, and shape strategies to address dynamic...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$98K - $154K *

Unlock potential by overseeing security operations and enhancing ransomware recovery processes. Lead incident response planning, technical assessments, and compliance reviews to bolster organizational...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $122K *

Champion security operations by monitoring, analyzing, and responding to incidents. Collaborate with teams to resolve issues while mentoring junior analysts and enhancing customer infrastructure throu...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $110K *

Pioneer cybersecurity risk management efforts, ensuring compliance with DoD regulations while managing risk assessments, vulnerabilities, and business continuity plans in a dynamic IT environment...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $110K *

Launch your career as a Security Operations Analyst, where you'll enhance security infrastructure, drive incident response, and partner with IT teams to strengthen defenses in a dynamic and impactful...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$119K - $193K *

Deliver strategic insights by analyzing risk management trends and practices, helping organizations enhance their resilience and seize opportunities. Collaborate closely with teams to generate impactf...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.