Penetration Testing Job Market Trends

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Red Team Operator

30-60
Employers
+71%
Growth

A security professional who emulates cyber attacks to assess and enhance an organization's defenses. Their primary goal is to improve security by identifying vulnerabilities before real attackers do.

Offensive Security Engineer

40-80
Employers
+31%
Growth

Specializes in identifying and mitigating security vulnerabilities within computer systems and networks. Employs methods such as penetration testing to preemptively protect against potential security breaches.

Certified Ethical Hacker

2K-4K
Employers
+13%
Growth

A credential for professionals demonstrating skills in assessing and enhancing cyber security. It involves understanding system vulnerabilities and ethical hacking techniques.

Security Staff Engineer

120-240
Employers
+7%
Growth

A role responsible for the development and maintenance of security protocols and systems within an organization. Ensures that all security measures are up-to-date and effectively protecting company assets.

Reverse Engineer

90-180
Employers
+4%
Growth

A professional focused on analyzing the structure of software, hardware, or systems to understand their design and functionality. Often employed to enhance security, troubleshoot, or improve compatibility.

Information Security Specialist

300-600
Employers
-2%
Growth

Safeguards an organization's computer systems and networks by implementing security measures and monitoring for breaches. Plays a crucial role in protecting sensitive data from unauthorized access and cyber threats.

IT Security Specialist

300-600
Employers
-5%
Growth

Focuses on protecting an organization's IT systems and data from cyber threats, implementing security measures and responding to incidents.

GIAC Certification

1.25K-2.5K
Employers
-8%
Growth

A global leader in cybersecurity certifications, recognized for providing practical, skills-based credentialing to professionals across the information security industry. Its certifications cover various domains including penetration testing, digital forensics, industrial control systems, and more.

Tier SOC Analyst

25-50
Employers
-21%
Growth

A cybersecurity role responsible for monitoring, analyzing, and responding to security alerts. It acts as the first line of defense in identifying potential threats and intrusions.