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Cyber Security Analyst demographics and statistics in the US

Cyber security analyst demographics research summary. Zippia estimates cyber security analyst demographics and statistics in the United States by using a database of 30 million profiles. Our cyber security analyst estimates are verified against BLS, Census, and current job openings data for accuracy. Zippia's data science team found the following key facts about cyber security analysts after extensive research and analysis:

  • There are over 8,895 cyber security analysts currently employed in the United States.
  • 21.5% of all cyber security analysts are women, while 78.5% are men.
  • The average cyber security analyst age is 42 years old.
  • The most common ethnicity of cyber security analysts is White (65.7%), followed by Asian (9.6%), Black or African American (9.2%) and Hispanic or Latino (9.0%).
  • Cyber security analysts are most in-demand in Washington, DC.
  • The automotive industry is the highest-paying for cyber security analysts.
  • 9% of all cyber security analysts are LGBT.
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Cyber Security Analyst demographics by:

Cyber Security Analyst gender statistics

21.5% of cyber security analysts are women and 78.5% of cyber security analysts are men.
  • Male, 78.5%
  • Female, 21.5%

Cyber Security Analyst gender ratio

GenderPercentages
Male78.5%
Female21.5%

Cyber Security Analyst gender pay gap

Women earn 96¢ for every $1 earned by men

male-incomemale-income
Male Income
$90,695
female-incomefemale-income
Female Income
$86,659

Cyber Security Analyst gender ratio over time

This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in cyber security analyst positions over time. Currently, 21.5% of cyber security analysts are female.
Male
Female
100%
80%
60%
40%
20%
0%
2010
2011
2012
2013
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021

Cyber Security Analyst gender ratio by year

YearMaleFemale
201067.16%32.84%
201174.39%25.61%
201267.67%32.33%
201374.18%25.82%
201476.15%23.85%
201573.40%26.60%
201675.11%24.89%
201776.13%23.87%
201876.60%23.40%
201977.57%22.43%
202078.67%21.33%
202178.45%21.55%

Cyber Security Analyst related jobs gender ratio

We compared cyber security analysts with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, dell certified systems expert and software applications architect have the biggest gender ratio gaps.

Job TitleMaleFemale
Informatics Nurse Specialist13%87%
Clinical Support Specialist22%78%
Clinic Administrator23%77%
Cyber Security Analyst78%22%
Senior Data Center Engineer98%2%
Software Applications Architect98%2%
Dell Certified Systems Expert99%1%
Male
Female
100%
75%
50%
25%
0%
Dell Certified Systems Expert
Software Applications Architect
Senior Data Center Engineer
Cyber Security Analyst
Clinic Administrator
Clinical Support Specialist
Informatics Nurse Specialist
0%
25%
50%
75%
100%

Cyber Security Analyst demographics by race

The most common ethnicity among cyber security analysts is White, which makes up 65.7% of all cyber security analysts. Comparatively, 9.6% of cyber security analysts are Asian and 9.2% of cyber security analysts are Black or African American.
  • White, 65.7%
  • Asian, 9.6%
  • Black or African American, 9.2%
  • Hispanic or Latino, 9.0%
  • Unknown, 6.1%
  • American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.4%

Cyber Security Analyst Race

Cyber Security Analyst RacePercentages
White65.7%
Asian9.6%
Black or African American9.2%
Hispanic or Latino9.0%
Unknown6.1%
American Indian and Alaska Native0.4%

Cyber Security Analyst race and ethnicity over time

See how cyber security analyst racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.

  • White
  • Asian
  • Hispanic or Latino
  • Black or African American

Cyber Security Analyst race and ethnicity by year

YearWhiteBlack or African AmericanAsianHispanic or Latino
201075.95%8.33%7.20%5.87%
201174.01%8.73%6.35%7.54%
201269.77%12.76%8.12%6.79%
201373.84%8.77%6.46%8.28%
201474.57%11.32%5.43%5.89%
201572.89%8.43%7.58%7.30%
201672.97%9.97%6.41%7.90%
201773.05%8.32%8.95%6.84%
201872.55%7.41%9.62%7.15%
201972.64%8.05%7.32%9.14%
202066.82%9.63%9.86%7.72%
202165.70%9.15%9.64%8.99%

Cyber Security Analyst wage gap by race

According to our data, asian cyber security analysts have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Unknown cyber security analysts have the lowest average salary at $87,810.
$96,000
$94,000
$92,000
$90,000
$88,000
$86,000
Unknown
White
Black or African American
Asian
Hispanic or Latino
EthnicitySalary
Unknown$87,810
White$92,393
Black or African American$88,523
Asian$94,560
Hispanic or Latino$90,361
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Average cyber security analyst age

See how the average age of cyber security analysts varies based on ethnicity and gender.
Male
Female

Cyber Security Analyst age by race and gender

RaceMale AgeFemale Age
Unknown4442
White4247
Black or African American4344.5
Asian3941
Hispanic or Latino4137

Cyber Security Analyst age breakdown

The average age of cyber security analysts is 40+ years years old, representing 60% of the cyber security analyst population.

40+ years

30-40 years

20-30 years


Cyber Security Analyst age breakdown

Cyber Security Analyst YearsPercentages
40+ years60%
30-40 years30%
20-30 years11%

Cyber Security Analyst educational attainment

The most common degree for cyber security analysts is bachelor's degree, with 61% of cyber security analysts earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 19% and associate degree degree at 15%.
  • Bachelor's, 61%
  • Associate, 19%
  • Master's, 15%
  • High School Diploma, 1%
  • Other Degrees, 4%

Cyber Security Analysts by degree level

Cyber Security Analyst DegreePercentages
Bachelor's61%
Associate19%
Master's15%
High School Diploma1%
Other Degrees4%

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Cyber Security Analyst wage gap by degree level

According to the data, cyber security analysts with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $96,315 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, cyber security analysts earn a median annual income of $88,780 compared to $77,332 for cyber security analysts with an Associate degree.
$98,000
$94,000
$90,000
$86,000
$82,000
$78,000
$74,000
Master's Degree
Bachelor's Degree
Some College/ Associate Degree
EducationSalary
Master's Degree$96,315
Bachelor's Degree$88,780
Some College/ Associate Degree$77,332
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Cyber Security Analyst employment statistics

Most cyber security analysts work for a private in the technology industry.

Company size where cyber security analysts work

Below, you can see the size of companies where cyber security analysts work.

< 50 employees

50 - 100 employees

100 - 500 employees

500 - 1,000 employees

1,000 - 10,000 employees

> 10,000

Cyber Security Analyst jobs by employer size

Company SizePercentages
< 50 employees6%
50 - 100 employees11%
100 - 500 employees18%
500 - 1,000 employees6%
1,000 - 10,000 employees23%
> 10,000 employees37%

Cyber Security Analyst jobs by company type

Employees with the cyber security analyst job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most cyber security analysts prefer to work at private companies over public companies.

Education

Public

Private

Government

Cyber Security Analyst jobs by sector

Company TypePercentages
Education4%
Public38%
Private50%
Government8%

Cyber Security Analyst jobs by industry

The most common industries for cyber security analysts are technology, professional and finance.

Technology

Fortune 500

Professional

Finance

Government

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Cyber Security Analyst turnover and employment statistics

Cyber Security Analyst unemployment rate over time

The unemployment rate for cyber security analysts between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
  • Unemployment rate

Cyber Security Analyst unemployment rate by year

YearCyber Security Analyst Unemployment Rate
20104.23%
20113.42%
20123.06%
20132.07%
20141.99%
20151.78%
20161.60%
20172.07%
20181.32%
20191.17%
20203.11%
20211.78%

Average cyber security analyst tenure

The average cyber security analyst stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 1,336 cyber security analysts resumes in Zippia's database.

Less than one year

1-2 years

3-4 years

5-7 years

8-10 years

11+ years

Cyber Security Analyst tenure statistics

Number of yearsPercentages
Less than 1 year26%
1-2 years24%
3-4 years13%
5-7 years25%
8-10 years8%
11+ years4%

Cyber Security Analyst LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs

Review the percent of cyber security analysts that are members of the LGBT community. You can see how this compares to similar jobs in the chart below.
Job TitleLGBTJob Openings
Senior Telecommunications Specialist7.31%2,630
Information Systems Planner8.42%129,224
Information Technology Applications Developer8.46%234,643
Cyber Security Analyst8.59%-
Data Center Technician9.03%139,177
Project Technical Consultant10.54%168,326
Deskside Support Specialist10.88%117,307

Similar cyber security analyst jobs LGBT demographics

ProfessionPercentages of LGBT Job Openings
Senior Telecommunications Specialist7.31%2,630
Information Systems Planner8.42%129,224
Information Technology Applications Developer8.46%234,643
Data Center Technician9.03%139,177
Project Technical Consultant10.54%168,326
Deskside Support Specialist10.88%117,307

Foreign languages spoken by cyber security analysts

The most common foreign language among cyber security analysts is Spanish at 37.1%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Chinese at 11.4% and Mandarin is the third-most popular at 5.7%.
  • Spanish, 37.1%
  • Chinese, 11.4%
  • Mandarin, 5.7%
  • Dari, 5.7%
  • Korean, 5.7%
  • Other, 34.4%

Cyber Security Analyst languages spoken

Foreign LanguagePercentages
Spanish37.1%
Chinese11.4%
Mandarin5.7%
Dari5.7%
Korean5.7%
Other34.4%

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Cyber Security Analyst location demographics

Where do cyber security analysts earn the most?

Cyber security analysts earn the most in Oregon, where the average cyber security analyst salary is $101,353. The map here shows where cyber security analysts earn the highest salaries in the U.S. The darker areas across the 50 states highlight the highest salaries.
Average Salary

Which city has the most Cyber Security Analysts?

By looking through more than 1,336 resumes, we found that the most popular places for cyber security analysts are Washington, DC and Arlington, VA.
Number of Cyber Security Analysts

Cyber Security Analyst jobs by state

RankStateNumber of JobsAverage Salary
1California2,618$99,706
2Texas2,568$87,932
3Virginia1,842$86,759
4New York1,831$93,193
5Illinois1,621$82,415
6Pennsylvania1,505$86,000
7Georgia1,354$88,021
8Maryland1,290$87,442
9Ohio1,181$84,430
10North Carolina1,118$85,927
11Florida1,059$82,422
12New Jersey1,058$86,711
13Washington999$94,427
14Arizona968$89,188
15Minnesota796$73,537
16Colorado744$79,924
17Michigan717$83,348
18Alabama713$74,988
19Missouri700$76,246
20Massachusetts694$87,914
21Indiana674$73,776
22Wisconsin642$81,950
23District of Columbia611$96,039
24Tennessee541$80,299
25Oregon489$101,353
26Connecticut466$92,865
27South Carolina428$75,379
28Kentucky360$75,728
29Iowa355$79,753
30Louisiana307$76,445
31Oklahoma305$76,317
32Mississippi304$79,865
33Utah292$71,948
34Nevada276$94,512
35Arkansas273$78,180
36Kansas269$76,534
37Nebraska254$80,158
38Delaware213$88,435
39New Mexico192$79,506
40New Hampshire191$78,906
41West Virginia175$78,710
42Rhode Island157$81,431
43Alaska149$82,597
44Idaho148$80,879
45Montana134$73,914
46Maine113$74,804
47Hawaii104$83,215
48North Dakota93$76,878
49Vermont92$74,444
50South Dakota85$77,968
51Wyoming71$78,882

Where are cyber security analysts in high demand?

Cyber security analysts are in high demand in Washington, DC. There are currently 80 job openings for cyber security analysts here. We looked over job openings to determine where in the country cyber security analysts are in the most demand.
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