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Associate Cyber Security Analyst Jobs in Connecticut

Future Standard

Sr. Associate, Compliance

Darien, CT · On-site

THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE IS EXPECTED TO: * Assist in supervising/analyzing the firm's compliance ... Monitor cybersecurity of the firm, including penetration/vulnerability testing, disaster recovery ...

Future Standard

Sr. Associate, Compliance

Darien, CT · On-site

THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE IS EXPECTED TO: * Assist in supervising/analyzing the firm's compliance ... Monitor cybersecurity of the firm, including penetration/vulnerability testing, disaster recovery ...

Iberdrola

Associate Engineer

Orange, CT · On-site

You'll conduct detailed engineering analyses, design work, and calculations using standard ... and cyber security business areas in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, and New York within ...

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How much do associate cyber security analyst jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 1, 2026, the average yearly pay for associate cyber security analyst in Connecticut is $94,558.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $75,600.00 and $109,900.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does an associate cyber security analyst do?

An Associate Cyber Security Analyst is responsible for helping protect an organization's computer systems and networks from cyber threats. They monitor security tools, investigate suspicious activities, and assist in responding to security incidents. Their duties often include analyzing security alerts, conducting vulnerability assessments, and helping ensure that security policies are followed. This is typically an entry-level position, providing foundational experience in the field of cyber security.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an associate cyber security analyst, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Associate Cyber Security Analyst, you need a solid understanding of network security, risk assessment, and basic programming or scripting, typically supported by a degree in computer science or a related field. Familiarity with security information and event management (SIEM) tools, firewalls, and certifications such as CompTIA Security+ or Cisco’s CCNA Security is highly beneficial. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective communication set standout candidates apart in this role. These skills and qualifications are crucial for identifying vulnerabilities, responding to incidents, and protecting organizational data from cyber threats.

What are some typical challenges faced by an associate cyber security analyst, and how can they be addressed?

As an Associate Cyber Security Analyst, one common challenge is staying updated with rapidly evolving threats and technologies. New vulnerabilities and attack methods emerge frequently, requiring continuous learning and adaptability. Additionally, managing multiple security alerts and distinguishing genuine threats from false positives can be demanding. Building strong collaboration with IT and security teams, leveraging automated tools, and pursuing ongoing training can help address these challenges and contribute to a successful start in the role.

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Infographic showing various Associate Cyber Security Analyst job openings in Connecticut as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 84% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $94,558 per year, or $45.5 per hour.

Sr Director Analyst - Infrastructure Cybersecurity (Remote: North America)

Gartner

Stamford, CT • On-site

$106K - $137K/yr

Other

Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 12 days ago

Job description

About the role:

Gartner analysts are industry thought leaders who create must-have insight and provide advice to a broad range of world-leading organizations. A Sr Director, Analyst possesses a keen eye for identifying gaps, problems and solutions within the market they serve, and help clients make better decisions relative to their highest business priorities. As an analyst, you will bring Gartner's best practices, and tools to life across a broad range of world class clients. Your focus will be on both the pragmatic content that assists a client in solving today's problems, and provocative insight that challenges a client's assumptions on how the future will play out.

Key areas of coverage will be in infrastructure cybersecurity technologies that allow infrastructure and IT operations groups to mitigate cyber risk and lay the foundation for continued success and growth. Knowledge (and intellectual curiosity) in areas such as, SASE, SSE, Zero Trust, cloud security, endpoint security, and patch management are important. You will apply your broad knowledge of technologies, vendors, processes, and best practices to provide actionable insights to our clients.


What you will do:

  • Research, analyze and predict expected (and foresee unexpected) market trends and shifts to provide end-user organizations and vendors with actionable insights.

  • Remain ahead of the curve on developments and issues within the specified areas as well as applicable adjacent areas of emerging technologies.

  • Collaboratively write and publish analysis and positions at a regular cadence through evidence-based research

  • Communicate complex concepts concisely and with authority via virtual or face-to-face interactions with senior-level executives.

  • Present at multiple conferences as an industry expert.

  • Partner with sales and service delivery partners to increase account growth, retention, and engagement

What you will need:

  • Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree preferred.

  • 12+ years of experience in infrastructure cybersecurity, secure networking architecture, or related IT domains, preferably within forwardleaning enterprise environments.

  • Knowledge of major infrastructure cybersecurity offerings from vendors such as Palo Alto Networks, Netskope, Cato Networks, Fortinet, Cisco, Zscaler, CrowdStrike, SentinelOne, and Microsoft

  • Ability to analyze, formulate, and clearly articulate technology and business adoption scenarios, helping senior IT leaders understand opportunities, risks, and implementation pathways for both existing and emerging infrastructure cybersecurity technologies.

  • Expertise in modern infrastructure security models, including SASE, SSE, Zero Trust, and identitycentric security frameworks, with additional expertise in the design and optimization of secure enterprise networking.

  • Key understanding of cloud security, endpoint security, patch management, backup and recovery, and disaster recovery best practices

  • Knowledge and intellectually curiosity on emerging cyber threats to IT infrastructure such as post-quantum attacks, AI-powered cyber attacks, and multi-layer extortion ransomware attacks

  • Strong working knowledge of industry cybersecurity frameworks such as NIST CSF 2.0, ISO/IEC 27001, ISO 42001, and NIST AI RMF

  • Understanding of geopolitical and sovereign workloads requirements in different regions as they relate to infrastructure security and compliance

  • Deep familiarity with major cybersecurity infrastructure and services offerings, including U.S. and international service providers, managed security services, and emerging vendors and technologies influencing the security and networking landscape.

  • Broad understanding of enterprise connectivity and security drivers, such as cloud adoption, distributed workforces, application modernization, and increasing reliance on integrated security-networking architectures.

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Who are we?

At Gartner, Inc. (NYSE:IT), we guide the leaders who shape the world.

Our mission relies on expert analysis and bold ideas to deliver actionable, objective business and technology insights, helping enterprise leaders and their teams succeed with their mission-critical priorities.

Since our founding in 1979, we've grown to 20,000 associates globally who support over 13,000 client enterprises in ~90 countries and territories. We do important, interesting and substantive work that matters. That's why we hire associates with the intellectual curiosity, energy and drive to want to make a difference. The bar is unapologetically high. So is the impact you can have here.

What makes Gartner a great place to work?

Our vast, virtually untapped market potential offers limitless opportunities - opportunities that may not even exist right now - for you to grow professionally and flourish personally. How far you go is driven by your passion and performance.

We hire remarkable people who collaborate and win as a team. Together, our singular, unifying goal is to deliver results for our clients.

Our teams are inclusive and composed of individuals from different geographies, cultures, religions, ethnicities, races, genders, sexual orientations, abilities and generations.

We invest in great leaders who bring out the best in you and the company, enabling us to multiply our impact and results. This is why, year after year, we are recognized worldwide as a great place to work.

Gartner is the world authority on AI

At Gartner, you'll join a company at the very center of the AI revolution. Gartner has proactive, objective guidance throughout clients' AI journeys. We set the standard for how organizations leverage artificial intelligence to drive meaningful impact. You'll have access to unmatched resources, expertise, and technology, and play a key role in helping Gartner and our clients innovate and grow as we leverage AI to transform business and technology landscapes.

It's an exciting time to be at Gartner, with limitless opportunities to make a real impact, grow your skills, and build a lasting, meaningful career in a field that's reshaping the way we operate. If you're passionate about AI and want to be part of a team that's guiding the leaders who shape the world, Gartner is the place for you.

What do we offer?

Gartner offers world-class benefits, highly competitive compensation and disproportionate rewards for top performers.

In our hybrid work environment, we provide the flexibility and support for you to thrive - working virtually when it's productive to do so and getting together with colleagues in a vibrant community that is purposeful, engaging and inspiring.

Ready to grow your career with Gartner? Join us.

Gartner believes in fair and equitable pay. A reasonable estimate of the base salary range for this role is 172,000 USD - 202,500 USD. Please note that actual salaries may vary within the range, or be above or below the range, based on factors including, but not limited to, education, training, experience, professional achievement, business need, and location. In addition to base salary, employees will participate in either an annual bonus plan based on company and individual performance, or a role-based, uncapped sales incentive plan. Our talent acquisition team will provide the specific opportunity on our bonus or incentive programs to eligible candidates. We also offer market leading benefit programs including generous PTO, a 401k match up to $7,200 per year, the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount, and more.


The policy of Gartner is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, citizenship status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status and to seek to advance the principles of equal employment opportunity.

Gartner is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer and offers opportunities to all job seekers, including job seekers with disabilities. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Company's career webpage as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by calling Human Resources at +1 (203) 964-0096 or by sending an email toApplicantAccommodations@gartner.com.

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