New technologies and increasing digital risks are reinforcing the importance of a job that is the most sought after today: the cybersecurity expert. It is a professional field that continues to expand, offering high wages even to those who are still starting career.
According to the 20 Minutes newspaper, this sector is increasingly accessible to candidates with basic and professional experience, and several opportunities thought for those who are starting.
Easy input for those who want to start from scratch
Input functions include security analysts, known as Soc Analysts, whose mission is to monitor computer systems to identify threats and respond to potential incidents. This is one of the most recommended positions for beginners.
According to the same source, another option is that of a security auditor, which is dedicated to the analysis of networks and systems looking for vulnerabilities.
In this case, it is useful to have notions of network protocols and operating systems, but no prior professional experience is required.
Technical and compliance functions
Other low -entry requirements include regulatory compliance experts (GRC), which deal with standards and certifications, and cloud security experts, focusing on platforms such as AWS and Azure.
These profiles are increasingly present in the market, especially because cloud data storage and processing have become central to many companies, as referred to in the same source.
Certifications can replace the experience
To enter this universe, it is possible to resort to technical certifications. Comptia Security+ is one of the most suitable for those who want to gain basic knowledge.
Other options go through AWS Certified Security, dedicated to cloud environments, and CERIFIED ETHICAL HACKER (CEH), centered on offensive security.
The newspaper writes that many professionals also choose to attend bootcamps, intensive formations that provide practical skills in a few months. Platforms with virtual simulations and laboratories are equally recommended.
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High salaries even at the beginning of career
Income in this sector are significant, even for junior positions. A security analyst can earn between 54,000 and 72,800 euros annually, while a GRC expert can earn between 61,800 and 84,000 euros. Cloud experts start at 68,000 euros and may exceed 88,000 per year.
According to the same source, intermediate functions such as security engineers or intrusion testers have wages ranging from 115,000 to 125,000 euros. Security architects, at the top of the hierarchy, can earn above 150,000 euros annually.
Training, location and sector make a difference
The salary tends to increase with academic and technical formation. Having a degree or advanced certifications may represent an increase of 20% in the income.
In addition, according to the same source, geographical location and activity sector also influence compensation. Regions with higher cost of living and sectors such as financial or health, as a rule, above average.
Continuous growth until 2032
According to, the demand for cyber security experts is expected to grow 32% by 2032.
This trend makes this profession in a solid bet for those looking for stability, good salaries and opportunities for progression, even without having started with a traditional way.
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