LONG READS → JOB SEARCH Issue 791 · December 25, 2019

So you’re looking for a career in…CYBERSECURITY

Is cyber securitya good job for you?

So you’re looking for a career in…CYBERSECURITY

 

What is cybersecurity?

Cybersecurity is the practice of protecting computer networks, systems, servers, and programs from malicious digital attacks. As more of the institutions that support our daily lives rely on computer systems to function, the need to protect these systems from attack becomes stronger than ever. As such, cybersecurity is one of the hottest computer-related fields today.


What can I expect to earn?

Salaries vary based on the type of work, level of experience, and location. Some median wages:

IT Security Specialist: $97,000

Information Security Analyst: $76,000

Security Engineer: $102,000

Intelligence Analyst: $65,000

Security Specialist: $97,000

Security Consultant: $87,500


What will I be doing all day?

As a rapidly growing field, there are a variety of job paths you can choose within cybersecurity.  Here are some of the most popular:

Chief Information Security Officer (CISO). This person oversees the general operations of a company’s IT security division. The CISO works with the company’s managers to determine the company’s cybersecurity needs, and assembles a security staff to put the system in place and manage it.

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