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Job Summary KBR is seeking a Cybersecurity analyst to support the Army's Search Track Acquire Radiate Eliminate (STARE) Product Office to support STARE's Cybersecurity (CS) project staff, engineers ...

Job Summary KBR is seeking a Cybersecurity analyst to support the Army's Search Track Acquire Radiate Eliminate (STARE) Product Office to support STARE's Cybersecurity (CS) project staff, engineers ...

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How much do cyber security analysts jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for cyber security analysts in Alabama is $90,095.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $72,100.00 and $104,700.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Cyber Security Analysts vs Network Security Specialists?

AspectCyber Security AnalystsNetwork Security Specialists
CertificationsCompTIA Security+, CISSP, CEHCompTIA Security+, Cisco CCNA Security, CISSP
Work EnvironmentSecurity operations centers, IT departmentsNetwork infrastructure, data centers, enterprise networks
Employer & Industry UsageBusinesses, government agencies, cybersecurity firmsTelecommunications, large enterprises, government agencies
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

Cyber Security Analysts focus on monitoring, analyzing, and responding to security threats across an organization’s IT environment. Network Security Specialists primarily concentrate on securing network infrastructure, configuring firewalls, and protecting data transmission. While both roles require similar certifications and often work in overlapping environments, Analysts have a broader focus on overall security posture, whereas Network Security Specialists specialize in network-specific security measures.

What exactly does a cybersecurity analyst do?

A cybersecurity analyst monitors computer networks for security threats, investigates incidents, and implements measures to protect systems from cyberattacks. They use tools like intrusion detection systems and firewalls, analyze security data, and often hold certifications such as CompTIA Security+ or CISSP. Their work involves continuous vigilance to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of information assets.

What cities in Alabama are hiring for Cyber Security Analysts jobs?

Cities in Alabama with the most Cyber Security Analysts job openings:

Infographic showing various Cyber Security Analysts job openings in Alabama as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 86% Full Time, 11% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $90,095 per year, or $43.3 per hour.

Cybersecurity Analyst - Mid Level - Top SECRET- ONSITE

VISUAL SOFT, INC

Huntsville, AL • On-site

$100 - $125/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 17 days ago


Job description

Cybersecurity Analyst - Mid Level - Top SECRET- ONSITE
  • Information Technology

Visual Soft, Inc is seeking qualified candidates (US Citizens with active ACTIVE TOP SECRET clearance - a requirement on its sub contract on a Project with a Major Prime) for the following position for a federal agency.

Job Title

Cybersecurity Analyst - Mid Level - ONSITE - an Active Top SECRET required

Compensation

Negotiable with standard benefits based on experience, education, degree and certifications and can also work with candidates who prefer 1099 on a case by case basis

Location

Huntsville, AL (on a federal agency project), fully ONSITE

Shift Timings

Wed-Sat 12:00 PM-10:00 PM (basically Wed thru Sat, afternoon to night, 10 hours a day, may need to ADD additional 30 minutes of personal time for break)

Required Qualifications
  • A total of 5 years of professional experience
  • Splunk Enterprise Security
Job Description
  • Responsible for monitoring computer networks for security issues.
  • Investigating security breaches and other cybersecurity incidents.
  • Document security breaches and assess the damage they cause.
  • Work with the security team to perform tests and uncover network vulnerabilities, such as penetration testing.
  • Fix detected vulnerabilities to maintain a high-security standard.
  • Recommend best practices for IT security.
  • Installing security measures and operating software to protect systems and information infrastructure, including firewalls and data encryption programs.
  • Must be capable of conducting analysis, confirming intrusion information and creating a forensically sound duplicate of the files.
  • Decrypts data and provides technical summaries and input.
  • Examines recovered data for relevant information and performs dynamic analysis to include timeline, statistical, and file signature analysis.
  • Performs real-time cyber defense handling tasks to support deployable Incident Response Teams (IRTs).
Standard Benefits

Our standard benefits include: Our standard benefits include 3 weeks of Paid time off (PTO that includes sick leave). Any unused PTO will be issued as a check at the end of an employee's anniversary with us. we also provide 2 floating and 8 public holidays. Floating and holidays expire at the end of every year of service of an employee. In addition, company will cover 50% of health and dental insurances only for all full time employees, however, dependents can be added at extra cost. Employee's health and dental coverage becomes effective after 30 days or first of the month after an employee completes initial 30 working days, we cover 50% for the employee's health and dental insurances. An employee has to finish all of your paper work for health and dental in the first 30 days of your employment with us. We provide STD, LTD and one time salary equivalent of life insurance at NO cost to all full time employees. All full time employees or w-2 employees with no benefits will be eligible to participate in company's 401k program after 90 days of employment with a company match of 4%, immediate vesting. In addition, all w-2 employees are eligible to be part of company's profit sharing, no employee contributions required.

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