š± Entry Level
Monitor and protect systems from security threats. Analyze security alerts, investigate incidents, and implement security measures.
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Salary Range
$70K - $100K
Key Skills:
SIEM ToolsLog AnalysisIncident ResponseNetwork SecurityThreat Detection
Recommended Certifications:
Security+CySA+GCIH
š± Entry Level
First line of defense in a Security Operations Center. Monitor, detect, and respond to security incidents in real-time.
Key Skills:
SIEMIDS/IPSFirewall ManagementPacket AnalysisIncident Triage
Recommended Certifications:
Security+CySA+GCIA
š± Entry Level
Ensure organizational compliance with security regulations and standards. Manage risk assessments and policy development.
Key Skills:
Risk AssessmentCompliance FrameworksPolicy DevelopmentAudit SupportDocumentation
Recommended Certifications:
Security+CRISCCISA
š± Entry Level
Educate employees about cybersecurity best practices and create a security-conscious culture within organizations.
Key Skills:
Training DevelopmentPublic SpeakingContent CreationSecurity FundamentalsPhishing Simulation
Recommended Certifications:
Security+CSAPCEH
š± Entry Level
Identify, assess, and prioritize security vulnerabilities across organizational systems and applications.
Key Skills:
Vulnerability ScanningRisk AssessmentPatch ManagementReportingTool Administration
Recommended Certifications:
Security+CEHGPEN
š Mid-Level
Simulate real-world attacks to identify security weaknesses. Perform ethical hacking to test organizational defenses.
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Salary Range
$95K - $135K
Key Skills:
Ethical HackingWeb App TestingNetwork PentestingExploit DevelopmentReport Writing
Recommended Certifications:
CEHOSCPGPENeWPT
š Mid-Level
Secure cloud infrastructure and applications. Design and implement security controls for AWS, Azure, or GCP environments.
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Salary Range
$110K - $155K
Key Skills:
AWS/Azure/GCPIAMCloud ArchitectureContainer SecurityIaC Security
Recommended Certifications:
CCSPAWS SecurityAzure SecurityCCSK
š Mid-Level
Secure applications throughout the development lifecycle. Perform code reviews and implement secure coding practices.
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Salary Range
$105K - $145K
Key Skills:
Secure CodingSAST/DASTCode ReviewOWASP Top 10Threat Modeling
Recommended Certifications:
CSSLPCEHGWAPTOSWE
š Mid-Level
Lead response efforts during security incidents. Investigate breaches, contain threats, and coordinate recovery activities.
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Salary Range
$95K - $130K
Key Skills:
Incident HandlingForensicsMalware AnalysisThreat HuntingCrisis Management
Recommended Certifications:
GCIHGCFAECIHCISA
š Mid-Level
Analyze cyber threats and adversary tactics. Provide actionable intelligence to protect organizational assets.
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Salary Range
$90K - $125K
Key Skills:
Threat AnalysisOSINTThreat ModelingIntelligence PlatformsReport Writing
Recommended Certifications:
GCTICTIACEHCISSP
š Mid-Level
Design and maintain secure network infrastructure. Implement firewalls, VPNs, and intrusion detection systems.
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Salary Range
$100K - $140K
Key Skills:
Firewall ManagementVPNIDS/IPSNetwork ArchitecturePacket Analysis
Recommended Certifications:
CCNP SecurityPCNSEJNCIA-SECGICSP
š Mid-Level
Investigate cyber crimes and security incidents. Collect, preserve, and analyze digital evidence.
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Salary Range
$85K - $120K
Key Skills:
Forensic ToolsEvidence CollectionData RecoveryChain of CustodyExpert Testimony
Recommended Certifications:
GCFEGCFAEnCECCE
š Mid-Level
Integrate security into DevOps pipelines. Automate security testing and implement secure CI/CD practices.
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Salary Range
$110K - $150K
Key Skills:
CI/CD SecurityContainer SecurityIaCAutomationCloud Security
Recommended Certifications:
AWS DevOpsCKSGIAC GCSADocker Certified
š Mid-Level
Manage user identities and access controls. Implement authentication systems and enforce least privilege principles.
š°
Salary Range
$95K - $130K
Key Skills:
IAM SolutionsSSOMFARBACIdentity Governance
Recommended Certifications:
CISSPCISMOkta CertifiedAzure AD
š Mid-Level
Build and maintain security infrastructure. Automate security operations and optimize security tools.
š°
Salary Range
$100K - $135K
Key Skills:
SIEM AdministrationSecurity AutomationScriptingTool IntegrationInfrastructure
Recommended Certifications:
GCIHCySA+GCIASplunk Certified
š Mid-Level
Secure wireless networks and mobile communications. Implement wireless security protocols and conduct assessments.
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Salary Range
$90K - $125K
Key Skills:
Wireless ProtocolsWiFi Security802.1XWireless PentestingRF Analysis
Recommended Certifications:
CWSPCEHOSWPCWNA
š Mid-Level
Secure Internet of Things devices and ecosystems. Address unique security challenges in connected devices.
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Salary Range
$100K - $140K
Key Skills:
IoT ProtocolsEmbedded SecurityDevice SecurityNetwork SecurityFirmware Analysis
Recommended Certifications:
CEHGIAC GICSPIoT Security Foundation
š Advanced
Design comprehensive security architectures for organizations. Create security frameworks and guide implementation.
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Salary Range
$135K - $185K
Key Skills:
Security DesignEnterprise ArchitectureRisk ManagementComplianceStrategic Planning
Recommended Certifications:
CISSPSABSATOGAFCCSP
š Advanced
Provide expert security advice to organizations. Assess security postures and recommend improvements.
š°
Salary Range
$120K - $175K
Key Skills:
Security AssessmentRisk AnalysisComplianceClient ManagementReport Writing
Recommended Certifications:
CISSPCISMCEHOSCP
š Advanced
Design enterprise cloud security strategies. Lead cloud security transformations and migrations.
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Salary Range
$145K - $200K
Key Skills:
Multi-Cloud ArchitectureSecurity DesignCloud GovernanceComplianceStrategic Planning
Recommended Certifications:
CCSPAWS Solutions ArchitectAzure Solutions ArchitectCISSP
š Advanced
Design secure application architectures. Lead application security programs and set security standards.
š°
Salary Range
$135K - $185K
Key Skills:
Secure ArchitectureThreat ModelingSDLC SecurityMultiple LanguagesSecurity Patterns
Recommended Certifications:
CSSLPCISSPOSWEGWAPT
ā Expert
Lead organizational security strategy. Manage security teams, budgets, and risk at the executive level.
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Salary Range
$180K - $350K+
Key Skills:
Strategic LeadershipRisk ManagementBudget ManagementBoard CommunicationTeam Building
Recommended Certifications:
CISSPCISMCGEITMBA
ā Expert
Lead SOC operations and strategy. Manage 24/7 security monitoring and incident response capabilities.
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Salary Range
$150K - $250K
Key Skills:
SOC ManagementIncident ResponseTeam LeadershipProcess ImprovementMetrics & Reporting
Recommended Certifications:
CISSPCISMGIAC GSLCGCIH
ā Expert
Manage enterprise security programs and initiatives. Coordinate cross-functional security projects.
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Salary Range
$140K - $220K
Key Skills:
Program ManagementProject LeadershipStakeholder ManagementRisk ManagementCommunication
Recommended Certifications:
CISSPCISMPMPCRISC