And it’s no wonder. As cybersecurity threats increase, businesses and government agencies are more focused on defending themselves. Cyber breaches don’t discriminate and many companies face daily attacks. Headline news about a breach can be a major brand’s worst nightmare. Hackers can go after customer data, proprietary information, or steal money. Now, employers are behind the curve and have more job openings than candidates. One of the reasons they’ve fallen so far behind is because requirements for these positions can be strict. Often employers require a few years of experience and higher education such as certifications and degrees. That makes getting qualified a longer and more rigorous process. But once you’re on the other side of it, the opportunities for cybersecurity jobs are great. Median salaries in the field range from $87k to over $135k per year.

If you’re thinking about your career as a data security administrator, cyber intelligence analyst, or information security officer, keep reading to see why now is the right time to start.

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