Updated 2026-04-22 · BLS OEWS May 2024

Cybersecurity Analyst jobs in San Francisco, CA

179 cybersecurity analysts employed in metro (BLS May 2024) · $160,735 median · 44% above the national median.

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Cybersecurity Analyst pay in San Francisco, CA

The band below shows the 25th–75th percentile range for this occupation in the San Francisco metro. Half of Cybersecurity Analysts earn inside that band.

25th pct MEDIAN 75th pct $117,046 $160,735 $192,151
25th$117,046 Median$160,735 75th$192,151 vs US44% above the national median

Source: BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics, May 2024 OEWS estimates. Full Cybersecurity Analyst salary guide →

Cybersecurity Analyst pay bands in San Francisco by seniority

The cards below are illustrative pay-band examples — not live postings. Each shows the typical salary range you can expect at that seniority level, derived from BLS OEWS May 2024 medians for this metro. When Jobeezy matches you to a real opening, we auto-apply on your behalf.

Mid Level Cybersecurity Analyst

Typical mid level band in San Francisco
Example (illustrative)
Location
San Francisco, CA
Typical pay range
$153,501–$202,847
Common on
Ashby

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2024 medians for this metro.

Entry Level Cybersecurity Analyst

Typical entry level band in San Francisco
Example (illustrative)
Location
San Francisco, CA
Typical pay range
$131,802–$197,061
Common on
Lever

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2024 medians for this metro.

Entry Level Cybersecurity Analyst

Typical entry level band in San Francisco
Example (illustrative)
Location
San Francisco, CA
Typical pay range
$151,090–$194,167
Common on
Greenhouse

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2024 medians for this metro.

Lead Cybersecurity Analyst

Typical lead band in San Francisco
Example (illustrative)
Location
San Francisco, CA
Typical pay range
$153,501–$182,594
Common on
Greenhouse

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2024 medians for this metro.

Entry Level Cybersecurity Analyst

Typical entry level band in San Francisco
Example (illustrative)
Location
San Francisco, CA
Typical pay range
$148,679–$191,274
Common on
Workday

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2024 medians for this metro.

Cybersecurity Analyst Career Ladder — San Francisco Metro

Expected pay at each step, scaled to San Francisco’s median. Your actual offer depends on employer, sub-specialty, and interview performance.

  1. Entry Cybersecurity Analyst0–2 yrs$115,729
  2. Mid Cybersecurity Analyst2–5 yrs$152,698
  3. Senior Cybersecurity Analyst5–8 yrs$192,882
  4. Staff Cybersecurity Analyst8–12 yrs$233,065
  5. Lead Cybersecurity Analyst12+ yrs$273,249

Multipliers calibrated against BLS OEWS May 2024 occupational percentiles for 15-xxxx codes.

Employers in the Cybersecurity Analyst hiring market in San Francisco

  • Deloitte Digital
  • Cognizant
  • Accenture
  • IBM
  • SAIC

Representative large employers for this occupation industry. Jobeezy auto-applies when any qualifying opening posts at these or other employers on Greenhouse, Lever, Workday, Ashby, or iCIMS.

How employers in San Francisco post Cybersecurity Analyst jobs

Employers in the San Francisco metro typically post Cybersecurity Analyst roles through one of five applicant tracking systems. Pick the guide that matches where you’re applying:

What San Francisco Employers Actually Ask Cybersecurity Analysts

Pulled from O*NET work-activities and real interview patterns for this occupation. Practice all four with Jobeezy’s InterviewRide drills.

  • Technical

    Walk me through your day-to-day workflow in this role. How do you structure your time?

    Evaluates time management, self-organization, and maturity in the role. Look for clear priorities and discipline.

  • Technical

    What metrics do you use to measure your own performance in this position?

    Tests ownership and accountability. Good answers connect personal output to team and business outcomes.

  • Technical

    How do you stay current with changes in your field?

    Learning agility signal. Regular reading, communities of practice, certifications, peer networks.

  • Technical

    Describe the most complex project you've worked on in this field. What was your specific contribution?

    Depth probe. Interviewers check scope, ownership, and technical or domain sophistication.

Cybersecurity Analyst in San Francisco, CA — Common Questions

How much does a Cybersecurity Analyst earn in San Francisco, CA?
Median $160,735/yr. 25th–75th percentile runs $117,046–$192,151. Source: BLS OEWS May 2024.
How many Cybersecurity Analyst jobs are there in San Francisco?
BLS OEWS May 2024 reports approximately 179 Cybersecurity Analyst roles employed in the San Francisco metro. Openings turn over regularly — Jobeezy watches Greenhouse, Lever, Workday, Ashby, and iCIMS for new postings here.
Which ATS platforms do San Francisco employers use for Cybersecurity Analyst?
Greenhouse, Lever, Workday, Ashby, and iCIMS account for the vast majority. Jobeezy reads all five directly so you can apply in one tap.
Does Jobeezy apply to Cybersecurity Analyst jobs for me?
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