IT Security Analyst

IT Security Analyst job description

The IT Security Analyst recommends and implements security measures to improve and protect a company’s IT systems and ensures system controls are operating efficiently.

They identify flaws in a business’s information systems that have the potential to compromise the security of systems and data.

The IT Security Analyst also documents all security incidences and is responsible for designing a disaster recovery plan in the event of a serious security breach.

What should be included in an IT Security Analyst job description?

If you are hiring an IT Security Analyst in Singapore, the job description can feature:

Reviewing existing IT security measures to identify weaknesses

Monitoring and provide advice on information security issues related to the systems

Ensuring internal security controls are appropriate and operating effectively

Recommending security initiatives to protect IT systems

Analysing security incidents to ensure prompt troubleshooting and resolution of issues

Analysing logs from different systems, servers, and applications to identify threats and infection

Developing IT security policies, procedures and standards based on best practice and compliance requirements

Performing network tests, vulnerability assessment scans and risk assessment reviews

Staying up to date with the latest security threats

What skills and qualifications should an IT Security Analyst have?

A formal degree is typically required for an IT Security Analyst in Singapore, often with tertiary qualifications in:

Computer Science

Information Systems

Professional certifications such as Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) may also be desirable for an IT Systems Analyst.

There are several qualities that candidates for an IT Systems Analyst role in Singapore should be expected to display:

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Ability to articulate to both technical and non-technical audiences

Self-driven education to stay abreast of security developments and threats

Team-oriented

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills

Ability to work independently and multi-task effectively

Demonstrated ability to learn new technologies with minimal support and guidance

A strong ethical foundation for business practices and promotion of workplace integrity

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Salary for IT Security Analyst

95000 - 150000

25th percentile

95000

The candidate is new to the role or has limited experience and is building necessary skills.

50th percentile

125000

The candidate has moderate experience in the role, meets most requirements or has equivalent transferable skills, and may also have relevant certifications.

75th percentile

150000

The candidate has extensive experience and advanced skills for the role, and may also have specialised certifications.

Salary range based on three percentiles The starting salaries represent gross yearly salaries. They do not include bonuses, benefits or Central Provident Fund.

Projected salaries for related positions

Job title

25th percentile

50th percentile

75th percentile

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80000

105000

125000

Security Operations Engineer

90000

115000

145000

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95000

125000

150000

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130000

160000

195000

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245000

290000

435000

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