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Senior Security Analyst

Overland Park, KS · On-site

$93K - $122K/yr

The Senior Security Analyst is a key member of the Information Security department and reports to the Chief Information Security Officer and is responsible for strengthening organizational resilience ...

Senior Security Analyst

Leawood, KS · On-site

$93K - $122K/yr

The Senior Security Analyst is a key member of the Information Security department and reports to the Chief Information Security Officer and is responsible for strengthening organizational resilience ...

$103K - $135K/yr

Under general direction of the Sr Security Analysis Manager, works closely with the other members of the team to develop and implement a comprehensive information security program. This includes ...

Senior Security Analyst I

Austin, TX · Remote

$140K - $176K/yr

As a Senior Security Analyst at DigitalOcean reporting to the Manager, Security Defense Engineering, you will lead and own critical aspects of our insider threat program, shaping how we detect ...

Senior Security Analyst I

Denver, CO · Remote

$140K - $176K/yr

As a Senior Security Analyst at DigitalOcean reporting to the Manager, Security Defense Engineering, you will lead and own critical aspects of our insider threat program, shaping how we detect ...

As a Senior Security Analyst at DigitalOcean reporting to the Manager, Security Defense Engineering, you will lead and own critical aspects of our insider threat program, shaping how we detect ...

Senior Security Analyst I

Seattle, WA · On-site

$140K - $176K/yr

As a Senior Security Analyst at DigitalOcean reporting to the Manager, Security Defense Engineering, you will lead and own critical aspects of our insider threat program, shaping how we detect ...

Senior Security Analyst I

Boston, MA · Remote

$140K - $176K/yr

As a Senior Security Analyst at DigitalOcean reporting to the Manager, Security Defense Engineering, you will lead and own critical aspects of our insider threat program, shaping how we detect ...

As a Senior Security Analyst at DigitalOcean reporting to the Manager, Security Defense Engineering, you will lead and own critical aspects of our insider threat program, shaping how we detect ...

Senior Security Analyst I

Denver, CO · On-site

$140K - $176K/yr

As a Senior Security Analyst at DigitalOcean reporting to the Manager, Security Defense Engineering, you will lead and own critical aspects of our insider threat program, shaping how we detect ...

Senior Security Analyst

Atlanta, GA

$91K - $119K/yr

We are seeking a Senior Security Analyst / AppSec Specialist to join our Information Security & Compliance team. This is a hands-on, high-impact role responsible for strengthening our application ...

Senior Security Analyst

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$91K - $119K/yr

We are seeking a Senior Security Analyst / AppSec Specialist to join our Information Security & Compliance team. This is a hands-on, high-impact role responsible for strengthening our application ...

Senior Security Analyst

Houston, TX

$91K - $119K/yr

Senior Security Analyst Location: Houston, TX (Hybrid 4:1) Reports To: IT Security Director Employment Type: Full time About Us Help us insure it. Tokio Marine HCC is a leading global specialty ...

Senior Security Analyst

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$91K - $119K/yr

We are seeking a Senior Security Analyst / AppSec Specialist to join our Information Security & Compliance team. This is a hands-on, high-impact role responsible for strengthening our application ...

Senior Security Analyst - (onsite)

Scottsdale, AZ · On-site

$96K - $126K/yr

Lumifi is seeking a Senior Security Analyst to join their Cyber SOC team. This role involves handling customer investigations, mentoring junior analysts, and participating in customer interactions ...

Senior Security Analyst

Houston, TX · On-site

$91K - $119K/yr

Senior Security Analyst Location: Houston, TX (Hybrid 4:1) Reports To: IT Security Director Employment Type: Full time About Us Help us insure it. Tokio Marine HCC is a leading global specialty ...

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How much do senior security analyst jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 29, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior security analyst in the United States is $115,546.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $96,000.00 and $125,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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

To thrive as a Senior Security Analyst, you need deep expertise in cybersecurity principles, risk assessment, and incident response, often supported by a degree in computer science or related field and relevant certifications such as CISSP or CISM. Familiarity with security information and event management (SIEM) tools, intrusion detection systems, and vulnerability assessment platforms is typically required. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective communication skills help set top performers apart in this role. These skills and qualities are vital for identifying threats, protecting organizational assets, and ensuring robust incident handling in complex security environments.

What are Senior Security Analysts?

Senior Security Analysts are experienced professionals responsible for protecting an organization's digital assets from cyber threats. They monitor networks and systems for security breaches, investigate incidents, and develop strategies to prevent future attacks. In addition, Senior Security Analysts often lead teams, conduct risk assessments, and ensure compliance with security policies and regulations. Their role is critical in maintaining the overall security posture of an organization.

How does a Senior Security Analyst typically collaborate with other departments to enhance an organization's security posture?

Senior Security Analysts work closely with IT, compliance, risk management, and executive teams to identify vulnerabilities, implement security policies, and respond to incidents. They often lead security awareness training, coordinate with system administrators to deploy security measures, and provide guidance during audits. Effective collaboration ensures that security protocols align with business objectives and that all departments are informed about best practices and emerging threats.

What is the difference between Senior Security Analyst vs Security Engineer?

AspectSenior Security AnalystSecurity Engineer
CertificationsCompTIA Security+, CISSP, CISACompTIA Security+, CISSP, CEH
Work EnvironmentSecurity teams, incident response, threat analysisSystem design, implementation, security architecture
Employer & Industry UsageIT security departments across various industriesIT and cybersecurity teams, often in infrastructure projects
Common Search & ComparisonYesNo

The Senior Security Analyst primarily focuses on monitoring, analyzing, and responding to security threats, while the Security Engineer designs and implements security systems. Both roles require similar certifications and are integral to cybersecurity teams, but they differ in daily responsibilities and focus areas.

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Infographic showing various Senior Security Analyst job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 50% In-person, and 50% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $115,546 per year, or $55.6 per hour.

Senior Security Analyst - Customer Identity & Access Management

DR Horton

Arlington, TX • On-site

$86K - $112K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 25 days ago


D.R. Horton rating

7.4

Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

Based on 33 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

35th of 78 rated construction


Job description

D.R. Horton, Inc., the largest homebuilder in the U.S., was founded in 1978 and is a publicly traded company on the New York Stock Exchange. It is engaged in the construction and sale of high quality homes designed principally for the entry-level and first time move-up markets. The Company also provides mortgage financing and title services for homebuyers through its mortgage and title subsidiaries. Please visit our website at www.drhorton.com for more information.
D.R. Horton, Inc. is currently looking for a Senior Security Analyst. The Senior Security Analyst - Customer Identity & Access Management (CIAM) is a senior-level cybersecurity role responsible for securing, administering, and advancing the organization's customer-facing identity, authentication, and access platforms. This position serves as a subject matter expert for CIAM technologies supporting external users, applications, and digital services, while also contributing to broader security operations including but not limited to vulnerability management, network security, email security, and privileged access management (PAM).
This role requires deep technical expertise in large-scale identity systems, strong operational ownership, and the ability to lead complex security initiatives and investigations independently. The Senior Security Analyst will work closely with application teams, IT Operations, Infrastructure, Network, and Risk teams to ensure secure, scalable, and compliant customer identity solutions and will participate in an established on-call rotation.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Customer Identity & Access Management (CIAM) - Primary Focus
  • Design, implement, manage, and secure Customer Identity and Access Management (CIAM) solutions supporting external users, customers, and digital applications.
  • Administer and support Ping Identity platforms, including customer authentication services, federation, SSO, OAuth/OIDC flows, and secure access integrations.
    • Ping Directory - on premise
    • Ping Federate - on premise
    • Ping One MFA - cloud based
  • Design, deploy, and support enterprise Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) solutions for customer-facing applications and services.
  • Secure the customer identity lifecycle, including registration, authentication, authorization, account recovery, and de-provisioning.
  • Investigate, respond to, and remediate customer identity-related security incidents, fraud activities, authentication abuse, and anomalous access behavior.

Active Directory & Directory Service
  • Provide security-focused administration and support for Microsoft Active Directory as part of the organization's overall identity and access strategy.
  • Manage and secure Active Directory objects, authentication mechanisms, service accounts, group-based access, and privileged identities.
  • Support directory services security, including account lifecycle management, access reviews, privilege enforcement, and authentication troubleshooting.
  • Partner with Infrastructure and Operations teams on Active Directory hardening, access control standards, and identity security best practices.
  • Participate in investigations involving directory services, including credential compromise, privilege misuse, and identity-driven attack activity.

Privileged Access Management (PAM)
  • Administer and oversee privileged access controls across CIAM platforms, Active Directory, service accounts, and administrative roles.
  • Enforce least-privilege access and role-based access controls for enterprise identity systems.
  • Monitor privileged activity, logging, and alerting, and support forensic analysis and incident response.
  • Provide access control reporting and audit evidence when required.

Vulnerability Management
  • Support enterprise vulnerability management activities across identity platforms, directory services, authentication infrastructure, and supporting systems.
  • Analyze vulnerabilities impacting identity and access controls and coordinate remediation with Application, Infrastructure, and Security teams.

Network & Email Security Support
  • Support identity-related network security integrations, including authentication dependencies for VPNs, secure access, and protected service endpoints.
  • Assist with investigations related to credential abuse, phishing, account compromise, and identity-driven network or email threats.
  • Collaborate with Network and Messaging teams to strengthen identity-based access controls and security protections.

Security Operations & Leadership
  • Serve as a senior escalation point for complex CIAM, Active Directory, and authentication-related security issues.
  • Lead security initiatives related to CIAM, directory services, and access management platforms.
  • Mentor and provide technical guidance to Security Analysts and Security Administrators.
  • Develop and maintain technical standards, documentation, and operational procedures.
  • Participate in a 1-week on-call rotation to support security operations.

Qualifications
Education and/or Experience
Required Experience & Qualifications
  • 7+ years of experience in Information Technology and Cybersecurity, with a significant focus on Identity and Access Management.
  • College degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field, OR equivalent technical training and professional experience supporting enterprise IT environments.
  • Demonstrated enterprise experience with:
    • Ping Identity
    • Microsoft Active Directory
    • Quest Active Roles
    • Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD)
    • Enterprise Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) solutions
  • Strong experience with Privileged Access Management (PAM) concepts and controls.
  • Solid working knowledge of vulnerability management, network security, and email security.
  • Deep understanding of authentication and identity protocols, including LDAP, Kerberos, SAML, OAuth, and OpenID Connect.
  • Proven ability to troubleshoot complex security issues and lead investigations end-to-end.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Industry certifications such as CISSP, CISM, Microsoft security certifications, or other relevant cybersecurity certifications are a plus.
  • Ping Identity certifications (CIAM-focused) highly desirable and considered optimal.
  • Experience supporting external authentication platforms at scale with high availability and security requirements.
  • Experience in large-scale, hybrid cloud and on-premises enterprise environments.

Professional Expectation
  • Conducts all work in a professional, ethical, and security-focused manner.
  • Demonstrates strong ownership, accountability, and reliability.
  • Acts as a trusted CIAM subject matter expert and mentor within the security organization.

Work Schedule & Condition
  • Onsite position requiring 5 days per week in the office
  • Participation in a 1-week on-call rotation
  • Occasional after-hours work for incident response, maintenance, or project cutovers

Come join a winning team with a Fortune 500 company! We are growing fast and are looking for enthusiastic attitudes and team players to join our success. We offer an excellent benefits package including:
• Medical, Dental and Vision
• 401(K)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Flex Spending Account
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Vacation, Sick, Personal Time and Company Holiday
• Multiple Voluntary and Company provided Benefit
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