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Cybersecurity Analyst in Tacoma, WA

Cybersecurity Analyst Job Description

Cybersecurity analysts help guard an organization’s digital assets, constantly monitoring for and responding to security threats. Their work involves a blend of hunting for potential threats and reacting to incidents, requiring a keen eye for anomalies and strong problem-solving skills. Cybersecurity analysts must be adept at using a variety of security tools and technologies, from SIEM systems to forensic analysis software. They often act as the bridge between technical security measures and broader organizational policies, helping to translate complex security concepts for nontechnical stakeholders. Continuous learning is essential in this rapidly evolving field, with many analysts pursuing certifications such as Security+, CISSP, or CISA to stay current. Most positions require a bachelor’s degree in cybersecurity, information technology, or a related field, with some employers preferring candidates with two to three years of experience in IT or security roles.

Typical cybersecurity analyst duties: include:

Designing and implementing robust security architectures for organizational IT systems Conducting regular vulnerability assessments and penetration testing Developing and maintaining incident response and disaster recovery plans Implementing and managing security tools such as firewalls, IDS/IPS, and SIEM systems Investigating security breaches and leading incident response efforts Providing security awareness training to employees across the organization Ensuring compliance with relevant industry standards and regulations

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Salary for Cybersecurity Analyst in Tacoma, WA
125768 - 181733
Low
125768
The candidate is new to the role or has limited experience and is building necessary skills.
Mid
150368
The candidate has moderate experience in the role, meets most requirements or has equivalent transferable skills, and may also have relevant certifications.
High
181733
The candidate has extensive experience and advanced skills for the role, and may also have specialized certifications.
Projected salaries for related positions Job title Low Mid High Systems Security Manager 174045 212175 251843 Systems Security Administrator 136223 165743 197415 Security Architect 170048 193418 216480 Data Security Analyst 149753 183885 212175 Cybersecurity Engineer 145755 177120 234623 Network Security Engineer 146985 178965 208793 Network Security Administrator 132225 159900 190958 IT Auditor – Technology 133455 164205 187268

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Our starting salary projections come from a rigorous, multistep process so that our numbers accurately reflect the marketplace. They are based on actual compensation for professionals Robert Half has matched with employers across the country and third-party job posting data from Textkernel that we use to independently validate the salary levels. Starting compensation—pay for someone new to a role—can vary significantly based on a candidate’s skills, experience and certifications, as well as other factors including industry, company size and revenue, and demand for the role. To reflect this variability, we report our salary data in three levels: low, mid and high.