Cyber Security Analyst Salary in India

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Freshers with basic certifications and skills earn between ₹3.5–₹6 LPA. Salary depends on qualifications, internship experience, and the company. Government and large IT firms offer structured starting packages.

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Cyber security analysts with 2–5 years’ experience earn ₹6–12 LPA. Professionals with strong hands-on knowledge in threat detection, SIEM tools, and incident response earn even higher in tech companies.

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With over 5 years of experience, salaries can go up to ₹20+ LPA. Senior analysts, team leads, or ethical hackers in MNCs often earn much more, especially in metro cities.

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Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Gurgaon offer higher salaries due to demand. For example, analysts in Bangalore often earn 10–25% more than those in Tier 2 cities or smaller firms.

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Certifications like CEH, CISSP, CompTIA Security+, and knowledge of firewalls, penetration testing, and cloud security significantly boost earning potential.

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