Security Operations Analyst Salary in the United States

Security Operations Analyst Salary

How much does a Security Operations Analyst make?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Security Operations Analyst in the United States is $130,802. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $117,508 to $140,015, with most professionals earning between $105,405 and $148,404.

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10th Percentile Security Operations Analyst Salary $105,405 US April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Security Operations Analyst Salary $117,508 US April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Security Operations Analyst Salary $130,802 US April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Security Operations Analyst Salary $140,015 US April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Security Operations Analyst Salary $148,404 US April 01, 2025
25% $117,508 10% $105,405 90% $148,404 75% $140,015 $130,802 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    4 - 7 years experience
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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Security Operations Analyst in the United States. The base salary for Security Operations Analyst ranges from $117,508 to $140,015 with the average base salary of $130,802. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $117,508 to $140,015 with the average total cash compensation of $130,802.

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