Penetration Testing Job Market Trends

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Penetration Testing Lead

4-8
Employers
+150%
Growth

Leads and manages security assessments to identify vulnerabilities in information systems. Ensures robust defenses against cyber threats while guiding a team of penetration testers.

Red Team Operator

20-40
Employers
+39%
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.

Tier SOC Analyst

20-40
Employers
-4%
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.

PtaaS

5-10
Employers
-8%
Growth

Penetration Testing as a Service (PtaaS) provides on-demand penetration testing services to identify and address security vulnerabilities.

Information Security Specialist

200-400
Employers
-17%
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.

Certified Ethical Hacker

1.5K-3K
Employers
-20%
Growth

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

Information Security Officer

600-1.2K
Employers
-22%
Growth

Oversees an organization's information security strategy, managing risks and implementing measures to protect against cyber threats.

Penetration Tester

200-400
Employers
-22%
Growth

A cybersecurity professional who conducts authorized simulated attacks on computer systems to identify and fix vulnerabilities, enhancing the overall security posture. Employs various tools and techniques to evaluate the effectiveness of security measures and recommend improvements.

IT Security Specialist

200-400
Employers
-26%
Growth

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