Top IT Skills in Demand

Cybersecurity is among the top 17 IT skills in demand for 2021. Read more about these in-demand skills.

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Cybersecurity Career Information

Popular Cybersecurity Jobs

Cybersecurity Analyst

A cybersecurity analyst protects an organization from cyber-threats by analyzing network activity to identify unusual behavior.

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Popular Cybersecurity Jobs

Penetration Tester

A pen tester thinks like a hacker to help organizations improve their security practices to prevent theft and damage.

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Cybersecurity Average Annual U.S. Salary

$97,136

The average U.S. salary for cybersecurity jobs ranges from $67,760 for a network administrator to $129,000 for a security architect.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

CompTIA Career Roadmap

The CompTIA Career Roadmap can make navigating the world of certifications easier and help you get ahead in your career.

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Getting a Cybersecurity Certification

Learn About the CompTIA Cybersecurity Career Pathway

The need for skilled cybersecurity professionals is growing at a rapid pace, and cybersecurity specialists must nurture their practical, hands-on skills. The certifications along the CompTIA Cybersecurity Career Pathway help technical specialists achieve cybersecurity mastery, from beginning to end.

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Get Cybersecurity Training

CompTIA CertMaster products and official study guides cover the skills you need to succeed in your cybersecurity career. From eBooks to exam prep and labs, we have everything you need to get certified.

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Latest Cybersecurity Blog Posts

Building the UK’s Cybersecurity Workforce

Building the UK’s Cybersecurity Workforce

Discover how the UK can close its cybersecurity skills gap with upskilling, global standards, and supply chain security to build a safer digital future.

Feb 4, 2025, 15:32 PM by CompTIA

CompTIA Security+: The Industry Standard in Cybersecurity

CompTIA Security+: The Industry Standard in Cybersecurity

Discover why Security+ is the leading certification for cybersecurity careers. Learn about skills, job opportunities, and why it's the ideal start for IT pros.

Jan 24, 2025, 17:02 PM by CompTIA

5 Reasons to Start a Cybersecurity Career with Security+

5 Reasons to Start a Cybersecurity Career with Security+

Kickstart your cybersecurity career with CompTIA Security+. Explore the top 5 reasons why this certification is a must-have for IT professionals.

Jan 17, 2025, 19:58 PM by CompTIA

Jobs you can land with CompTIA PenTest+

Jobs you can land with CompTIA PenTest+

Build the skills to become a penetration tester with the updated CompTIA PenTest+ certification. Start planning your path in tech today.

Jan 8, 2025, 14:49 PM by CompTIA

Expert

Expert's guide: From CASP+ to SecurityX with CompTIA

The CompTIA SecurityX certification, part of the Xpert series, is a hands-on, advanced-level certification for senior security engineers and architects.

Jan 6, 2025, 23:24 PM by CompTIA