IT Security Specialist Salary in Chicago, IL

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How much does an IT Security Specialist make in Chicago, IL? The average IT Security Specialist salary in Chicago, IL is $96,017 as of March 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $87,032 and $106,519. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

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IT security specialist

ROCIT - Kapolei , HI

ROCIT is seeking a talented IT Security Specialist to join our dynamic team in the Information Technology department. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring the security of our systems ...

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IT Support Specialist

Prescient Security - Salmon , ID

Salary: $40,000 a year At Prescient Security, we are on a mission to simplify security and ... We are seeking a versatile IT Support Specialist primarily focused on supporting end user ...

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Cyber Security Specialist (Mid-Level)

Dynamic Solutions Technology LLC - Myrtle Point , OR

... Specialist (Mid-Level) in support of the government customer located in Panama City, FL ... Integrate and test new technology for compliance with IT security standards * Perform analysis to ...

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Information Technology Specialist

Veridian Management Solutions, LLC | Auburn Ridge | DSI Real Estate Group, INC - Marshall , WI

As our IT Specialist, you'll be the superhero behind our computer, software, and network operations ... Training team members in the use of equipment, software, and building security. * Supporting ...

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Information Technology Specialist

Anatomage, Inc. - Santa Clara , CA

About the Role As an IT Specialist at Anatomage, you will work to improve and support the company ... Maintain network security through appropriate access controls, backups, and firewall policies ...

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IT Network Specialist (10+ Years)

enexusglobal - Piedmont , CA

Title: IT Network Specialist Location: Hybrid- in office once or twice a week in Oakland office Tax ... You will be responsible for establishing network security baseline configurations and continuously ...

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What does an IT Security Specialist do?

Common responsibilities of an IT Security Specialist

Monitor systems and perform vulnerability scans on an ongoing basis compliant with the monitoring strategy to determine impact to the security posture of the information system.

April 28, 2023

Design, build, test, implement, maintain, and optimize the network, telecommunications, desktop, and mobility systems infrastructure and operations.

March 13, 2023

ActioNet's commitment to diversity and inclusive selection practices includes ensuring qualified long-term unemployed job seekers receive equal consideration for employment.

April 15, 2023

Understanding of software development patterns and the mechanics of common application security vulnerabilities.

March 02, 2023

Provide technical assistance in the designing and implementation of solutions for protecting the confidentiality, integrity and availability of sensitive information.

April 16, 2023

Assist with security review of new IT hardware and software requests to ensure compliance with enterprise security requirements, to include endpoint security, data protection and vulnerability management.

May 12, 2023

Create and maintain configuration management for systems/networks and hardware and software documentation.

November 20, 2022

Support operations and monitor security critical systems(database, web and email servers) and changes to sensitive computer controls to ensure appropriate administrative actions, investigate and reporting of any irregularities.

January 18, 2023

Demonstrated experience with Accreditation documentation, RMF Control Development, RMF Artifact management, management of Plan of Action Milestones, Audit Review, and RMF Continuous Monitoring.

May 18, 2023

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Average Salary Range for IT Security Specialist in Chicago, IL

Average Base Salary

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87032

106519

96017

Average Total Cash Compensation

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89845

111205

99597

What is the average salary for IT Security Specialist in 2024?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of IT Security Specialist in Chicago, IL. The base salary for IT Security Specialist ranges from $87,032 to $106,519 with the average base salary of $96,017. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $89,845 to $111,205 with the average total cash compensation of $99,597.

View Average Salary for IT Security Specialist as table

	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$96,017	$87,032 - $106,519
Bonus	$3,580	$2,814 - $4,686
Total Pay	$99,597	$89,845 - $111,205

* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.

* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

IT Security Specialist Salary Near Chicago, IL

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Cicero, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $87,521 - $107,118	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Oak Park, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $87,521 - $107,118	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Oak Lawn, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $87,422 - $106,996	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Evanston, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $87,488 - $107,077	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Skokie, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $87,488 - $107,077	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Arlington Heights, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $85,529 - $104,680	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL

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