Low Risk Job
Cybersecurity Analyst
Cybersecurity analysts protect computer networks and systems from cyber threats and attacks.
Salary
$112,000
US Workers
160,000
Outlook
Growing +35%
Low Risk
Why This Job is Relatively Safe
Growth Paths
Continue growing your career with these advancement opportunities.
Security Engineer
1-2 years
Salary Change +25%
Skill Overlap 85%
Skills to develop
Security Architecture Automation Cloud Security
CISO
8-12 years
Salary Change +100%
Skill Overlap 60%
Skills to develop
Executive Leadership Risk Management Compliance
Penetration Tester
6-12 months
Salary Change +15%
Skill Overlap 75%
Skills to develop
Ethical Hacking Vulnerability Assessment Report Writing
Recommended Courses
Continue developing your skills with these courses.
Entry-Level Standard
CompTIA Security+
CompTIA
4.7
3 months $392/exam
Network Security Compliance Threats Cryptography
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Certified Ethical Hacker
EC-Council
4.6
5 days $1,199
Penetration Testing Vulnerability Analysis Hacking Tools Countermeasures
View Course
Gold Standard
CISSP Certification
ISC2
4.8
6 months $749/exam
Security Management Risk Management Architecture Operations
View Course
Our Data Sources
Our risk scores are based on research from:
- World Economic Forum - Future of Jobs Report 2025
- McKinsey Global Institute - Jobs Lost, Jobs Gained
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics - Occupational Outlook Handbook
- Oxford Martin School - The Future of Employment
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