A cybersecurity engineer designs, implements, and maintains security systems and protocols to protect an organization’s networks, systems, and data from cyber threats and vulnerabilities.
44,000+
Number of U.S. job listings by employers in the last 12 months
$140,000
Median annual salary
51,000
Projected employment through 2030
What is a cybersecurity engineer?
The cybersecurity engineer role is a mid-career opportunity for those advancing from a cybersecurity analyst or related entry-level position. As a cybersecurity engineer, you'll design systems to safeguard large databases, including those containing sensitive customer information and patient files. You'll assess client computer systems to identify security vulnerabilities, develop and implement robust security solutions, and actively monitor and respond to security threats.
U.S. hiring data
Source: CompTIA analysis of Lightcast & U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data.
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