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How much do national security analyst jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 3, 2026, the average yearly pay for national security analyst in Rochester, NY is $105,903.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $90,300.00 and $128,300.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a National Security Analyst?

A National Security Analyst is a professional who gathers, analyzes, and interprets intelligence information to help protect a nation from security threats. They assess data from various sources, such as government agencies and open-source materials, to identify risks related to terrorism, espionage, cyber-attacks, and other national security concerns. Their insights support decision-making by government officials, military leaders, and policy makers. National Security Analysts often work in governmental organizations, think tanks, or private security firms.

How does a National Security Analyst typically collaborate with other agencies or departments?

National Security Analysts often work closely with professionals from various government agencies, such as intelligence, defense, and law enforcement. They participate in inter-agency meetings, share intelligence findings, and help coordinate joint responses to potential threats. Effective communication and collaboration are essential, as analysts must ensure that their assessments are clearly understood and actionable by diverse teams. This interdepartmental teamwork not only enhances national security efforts but also provides valuable networking and learning opportunities for analysts.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a National Security Analyst, and why are they important?

To thrive as a National Security Analyst, you need strong analytical skills, knowledge of security and intelligence principles, and usually at least a bachelor’s degree in international relations, political science, or a related field. Familiarity with intelligence analysis tools, data mining software, and sometimes security clearance or specialized certifications like CISSP is often required. Excellent written and verbal communication, critical thinking, and discretion are vital soft skills for interpreting sensitive information and collaborating with agencies. These skills ensure accurate threat assessments, effective policy recommendations, and the safeguarding of national interests.
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Infographic showing various National Security Analyst job openings in Rochester, NY as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 1% Internship, 82% Full Time, 11% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 81% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 14% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $105,903 per year, or $50.9 per hour.

Senior Specialist, Information Security Systems Engineer

L3Harris Technologies

West Henrietta, NY • On-site

$92K - $171K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers’ mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do.

L3Harris is the Trusted Disruptor in defense tech. With customers’ mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.

Job Title: Information Security Systems Engineer
Job Code: 40374
Job Location: Rochester, New York
Job Schedule: 9/80 (Every Other Friday Off)
Job Description:  
The successful candidate will support a highly motivated engineering team in defining, designing, implementing, documenting, testing and sustaining security solutions on National Security Systems, or other systems engineered for our government customers, using current standards within National Institute of Standards & Technology (NIST) Risk Management Framework, Special Publications 800-37, 800-53, 800-171, and other NIST publications; Committee on National Security Systems Instruction (CNNSI) 1253, Joint SAP Implementation Guide (JSIG), and Federal Information Processing Standards (FIPS) to certify and achieve system accreditations. The successful candidate will work with system developers or commercial product vendors in the design and evaluation of state-of-the-art secure systems, networks, and database products, using methods such as encryption technology, vulnerability analysis and security management.

Essential Functions:
•    Exercise skills in NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF) and all related NIST publications, to include writing System Security Plans, Security Control Traceability Matrix, Continuous Monitoring Plan, Security Assessment Plans & Procedures, Security Concept of Operations, Plan of Action and Milestones.
•    Perform skills in implementing/assessing security controls, to include writing system security categorization memorandum, recommending appropriate security control overlays, define security control baseline based on defined system security categorization and approved security overlays, and apply security controls to computing/network nodes and verify implementation of security controls.
•    Assist in systems/software engineering functions, to include creation of data flow diagrams, interface control documents, perform trade studies, and Static Application Security Testing (SAST) for Application Security and Development Secure Technical Implementation Guide (STIG) compliance using tools such as Fortify/Coverity and Gitlab as part of a DevSecOps Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) Pipeline, and generation of summary reports.
•    Define/manage systems/security architectures including system security boundaries, vulnerability management and risk mitigation and remediation strategies within networks, systems, applications and new technology initiatives (hardware, software, firewalls, intrusion detection systems, anti-virus systems and software deployment tools); Infrastructure/Platform/Software as a Service (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS) implementations in cloud environments and development of Configuration Management Plans (CMP).
•    Define/manage systems/security architectures including system security boundaries in on-premises data center systems and ultimately deploy to secure cloud-based system, to include configuration and use of defense and assessment tools specific to each environment type.
•    This position is performed 100% onsite and cannot be performed remotely.

Qualifications:
•    Education
o    Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 6 years of prior relevant experience.
o    Graduate Degree and a minimum of 4 years of prior related experience.
o    In lieu of a degree, minimum of 10 years of prior related experience.
•    Must have active TS/SCI Security Clearance.
•    DoD 8140.03 IASAE Level 1 or 2 certification.

Preferred Additional Skills: 
•    Perform Model Based System Engineering (UML, SysML, UAF).
•    Configure/operate vulnerability analysis tools such Tenable NESSUS Security products.
•    Develop dashboards, configure rules and operate/administer SEIM/audit reduction tools (e.g., Splunk).
•    Active TS/SCI with poly is highly desired.

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in New York state is $92,500 - $171,500. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. L3Harris also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements. 

L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.

Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

By submitting your resume for this position, you understand and agree that L3Harris Technologies may share your resume, as well as any other related personal information or documentation you provide, with its subsidiaries and affiliated companies for the purpose of considering you for other available positions.

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