{"id":88128,"date":"2023-03-27T06:31:28","date_gmt":"2023-03-27T12:01:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/?p=88128"},"modified":"2023-12-18T06:43:57","modified_gmt":"2023-12-18T12:13:57","slug":"future-cybersecurity-career","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/future-cybersecurity-career\/","title":{"rendered":"Examining the future of cybersecurity and importance of SC-100 certification"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As our world becomes increasingly digital, the importance of cybersecurity has never been more apparent. Cyber attacks can cause significant damage to businesses, governments, and individuals, and the threat of these attacks is only growing. To combat this threat, organizations and individuals are increasingly turning to cybersecurity professionals to help protect against cyber threats.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In this context, examining the future of cybersecurity becomes crucial to staying ahead of potential threats and developing effective strategies for mitigating them.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In this blog post, we will walk through the following topics as future of cybersecurity, challenges faced in cybersecurity, Gartner predictions on future cybersecurity, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/microsoft-azure-certification-sc-100\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">SC-100 <\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">certification, and followed by a list of companies hiring cybersecurity-certified candidates.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_76 ez-toc-wrap-left counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #ea7e02;color:#ea7e02\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #ea7e02;color:#ea7e02\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" 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ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/future-cybersecurity-career\/#Gartner_Cybersecurity_2024\" >Gartner Cybersecurity 2024<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/future-cybersecurity-career\/#Benefits_of_Cybersecurity\" >Benefits of Cybersecurity<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/future-cybersecurity-career\/#Move_your_cybersecurity_career_forward_with_SC-100_certification\" >Move your cybersecurity career forward with SC-100 certification\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/future-cybersecurity-career\/#List_of_Top_Companies_Hiring_Cybersecurity_Graduates\" >List of Top Companies Hiring Cybersecurity Graduates<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/future-cybersecurity-career\/#Highest_Paying_Cyber_Security_Jobs_with_the_Median_Salary\" >Highest Paying Cyber Security Jobs with the Median Salary<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/future-cybersecurity-career\/#Other_cybersecurity_certifications\" >Other cybersecurity certifications<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/future-cybersecurity-career\/#FAQs\" >FAQs<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/future-cybersecurity-career\/#Summary\" >Summary\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Challenges_in_Cybersecurity\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Challenges in Cybersecurity\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cybersecurity challenges become increasingly complex and challenging to manage, as cyber threats continue to evolve and new vulnerabilities are discovered every day.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In today&#8217;s digital age, where businesses and individuals rely heavily on technology to store and transmit sensitive data, cyber attacks have become a significant concern. Cybersecurity challenges can come in many forms, from data breaches and cybercrime to advanced persistent threats and insider threats.<\/span><\/p>\n<blockquote><p>Learn More: Complete Guide on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/study-guide-microsoft-sc-100-exam\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">SC-100:Microsoft Cybersecurity Architect<\/a> exam<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here\u2019s a glance at top cybersecurity challenges that may disturb the normal operations of the organization such as:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Ransomware attacks:<\/strong> Ransomware attacks have been increasing in frequency and severity in recent years, and this trend is likely to continue. Cybercriminals are expected to use more sophisticated and targeted ransomware attacks to extort money from businesses and individuals.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Supply chain attacks:<\/strong> Supply chain attacks occur when hackers target a third-party vendor to gain access to a larger organization&#8217;s network. These types of attacks are becoming increasingly common, and organizations must ensure that their vendors and partners have strong security measures in place.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>IoT security challenges:<\/strong> The Internet of Things (IoT) is expanding rapidly, with an estimated 75 billion IoT devices expected to be in use by 2025. These devices can be vulnerable to attacks and can pose a significant security risk if not properly secured.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Cloud security:<\/strong> Cloud computing continues to grow in popularity, with many businesses using cloud-based services for data storage and processing. However, cloud security remains a concern, as cloud providers may not always provide sufficient security measures to protect data.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Insider threats:<\/strong> Insider threats, whether malicious or unintentional, continue to be a significant security challenge for organizations. Businesses must have strong access controls and employee monitoring to prevent insider threats from causing damage to their systems and data.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) attacks:<\/strong> As AI and ML continue to evolve, cybercriminals are expected to use these technologies to launch more sophisticated attacks. For example, AI and ML can be used to generate convincing phishing emails or to identify vulnerabilities in a system. And thus AI in cybersecurity can bring drastic changes in the future.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-88167 \" src=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Why-SC-100-is-Important-1.webp\" alt=\"SC-100\" width=\"672\" height=\"672\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Why-SC-100-is-Important-1.webp 2000w, https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Why-SC-100-is-Important-1-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Why-SC-100-is-Important-1-1024x1024.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Why-SC-100-is-Important-1-150x150.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Why-SC-100-is-Important-1-768x768.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Why-SC-100-is-Important-1-1536x1536.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Why-SC-100-is-Important-1-250x250.webp 250w, https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Why-SC-100-is-Important-1-96x96.webp 96w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 672px) 100vw, 672px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To address these challenges, it is essential that organizations invest in advanced security technologies, implement robust policies and procedures, and hire skilled cybersecurity professionals who can identify and respond to cyber threats.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition, ongoing training and certification programs such as the SC-100 certification can help ensure that cybersecurity professionals have the necessary skills and knowledge to protect organizations from cyber threats.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cybersecurity_trends_that_can_shape_cybersecurity_in_future\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cybersecurity trends that can shape cybersecurity in future<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cyber security is a fast-paced sector, as both the security hackers and security providers tend to outsmart each other. The evolution of New threats and innovative ways introduced to mitigate them. In this section, we explore the latest trends in cyber security.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Zero Trust Architecture:<\/strong> The traditional network perimeter is no longer sufficient for protecting against cyber threats. Zero trust architecture is a security model that assumes all network traffic is untrusted and requires verification before granting access. This approach can help prevent lateral movement of cyber threats and reduce the risk of data breaches.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Cloud Security:<\/strong> Cloud computing has become ubiquitous, and securing cloud environments has become critical. Cloud security tools such as encryption, multi-factor authentication, and access controls can help organizations protect their data and applications in the cloud.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<blockquote><p>Also Read: Free Question on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/sc-100-exam-questions\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">SC-100<\/a>: Microsoft Cybersecurity Architect<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning:<\/strong> AI and machine learning are increasingly being used to enhance cybersecurity. These technologies can analyze vast amounts of data and identify patterns that human analysts may miss. This can help organizations detect and respond to cyber threats more quickly and efficiently.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Cybersecurity Automation:<\/strong> The volume of cyber threats is growing, and cybersecurity teams are struggling to keep up. Automation can help reduce the workload on security analysts and allow them to focus on high-priority tasks. This can include automating routine tasks such as vulnerability scanning and patch management.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Threat Intelligence Sharing:<\/strong> Cyber threats are a global problem, and threat intelligence sharing can help organizations stay ahead of the latest threats. This can include sharing threat intelligence data with other organizations, government agencies, and cybersecurity vendors.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Gartner_Cybersecurity_2024\"><\/span>Gartner Cybersecurity 2024<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The leading research and advisory company named Gartner provides insights and guidance on various aspects of technology, including cybersecurity.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some of the predictions made by Gartner on Cybersecurity in the future are listed below:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0It states that application security has been the second fastest growing threat and it will tend to proliferate over 25% and can cost around 7.5 billion dollars in 2023.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In the year of <strong>2024<\/strong>, it has been estimated that 60% of the organization will face security risks when they tend to collaborate with third parties.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is possible that Gartner has made a forecast that the Security Services industry will reach spending of over <strong>$76.5 billion in 2023<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">By the end of 2023, around 5 billion people, as well as over 70% of the world&#8217;s GDP, will be protected by laws that require businesses to uphold consumer privacy rights.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It has been estimated that by <strong>2025, 70%<\/strong> of CEOs will demand their companies to prioritize organizational resilience to survive potential risks from cybercrime, natural disasters, civil unrest, <\/span>Data breach fines, Social engineering attacks and political instability.<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">By 2023, Gartner anticipates that 60% of enterprises will gradually replace their VPNs with Zero Trust Network Access (ZNTA), which is a security protocol that enforces strict access controls by verifying identities and not blindly trusting anyone.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">By the year of 2025, 80% of businesses will adopt a unified approach to accessing cloud, web, and private applications through a Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) platform provided by a single vendor.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gartner predicts that by <strong>2026<\/strong>, risk-related performance objectives will be included in the employment contracts of <strong>50% of C-level<\/strong> executives in organizations.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Spending on cloud security by organizations will increase nearly 27% year-over-year, reaching almost $6.69 billion in 2023.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Benefits_of_Cybersecurity\"><\/span>Benefits of Cybersecurity<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The cybersecurity future can be revolutionized by following some of the cybersecurity trends. Shaping the cybersecurity future can yield a wide range of benefits to the business and they may include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Minimizes the risks from Cyber Threats and Attacks<\/li>\n<li>Minimize Revenue Loss<\/li>\n<li>Build Client Trust<\/li>\n<li>Protect Business Reputation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Move_your_cybersecurity_career_forward_with_SC-100_certification\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Move your cybersecurity career forward with SC-100 certification\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Microsoft recently introduced the SC-100 exam, also known as the Microsoft Cybersecurity Architect, to verify the competency of cybersecurity professionals. This exam is a valuable tool for showcasing one&#8217;s skills in the cybersecurity field. Passing the SC-100 exam, along with one of the following exams: <strong>SC-200, SC-300, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/microsoft-azure-certification-az-500\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AZ-500<\/a>, or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/ms-500-microsoft-365-security-administration\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">MS-500<\/a><\/strong>, will result in earning a coveted cybersecurity expert status. Take your cybersecurity career to the next level by pursuing the SC-100 exam today.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pursuing cyber security certifications, such as Microsoft&#8217;s SC-100 exam, can fast-track your cybersecurity career. With a solid foundation in networking, operating systems, and cloud security, you&#8217;ll have the essential skills needed to launch and advance in the cybersecurity field.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When coming into cybersecurity, there are many questions that arise such as why getting certification in cybersecurity is worth the investment. In fact, there are a lot of unfilled positions today in the cybersecurity field.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Then, a big question arises like why are there so many unfilled cybersecurity jobs? And why are the organizations paying top dollar for top talent? Well, you could say there are many reasons &#8211; a new report generated by <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.businesswire.com\/news\/home\/20201206005011\/en\/New-McAfee-Report-Estimates-Global-Cybercrime-Losses-to-Exceed-1-Trillion\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">McAfee<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> estimates that global cybercrime losses cost around more than $1 trillion.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The current threat of cyber attacks is pressing, and the potential consequences of a breach can be severe. Unfortunately, there is a shortage of skilled and knowledgeable professionals in the field, which has resulted in high demand for cybersecurity experts, who are being offered substantial salaries.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Obtaining a master&#8217;s degree in cybersecurity can be an excellent investment, as it can equip individuals with the advanced skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in the field and take advantage of the lucrative opportunities available.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Benefits of SC-100<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Achieving SC-100 certification demonstrates a fundamental understanding of the following key areas and can provide several benefits:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Demonstrates foundational knowledge:<\/strong> The SC-100 certification demonstrates a fundamental understanding of security, compliance, and identity concepts in Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365. It validates that you have the foundational knowledge required to start building a career in cybersecurity or cloud security.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Increases marketability:<\/strong> The certification can make you more marketable to employers and clients who are seeking individuals with a basic understanding of security, compliance, and identity in the cloud. It can help you stand out from other candidates in a competitive job market.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Helps advance your career:<\/strong> Achieving the SC-100 certification can help you advance your career in cybersecurity, cloud security, and compliance. It can also open up opportunities for you to work in various industries such as healthcare, finance, and government.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Provides a pathway for further certification:<\/strong> The SC-100 certification can serve as a foundation for pursuing other Microsoft certifications related to cybersecurity, compliance, and identity. This can help you specialize in a specific area of security and advance your career further.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Overall, achieving the SC-100 certification can be a great way to validate your foundational knowledge of security, compliance, and identity in Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365, increase your marketability, and advance your career in the field of cybersecurity and cloud security.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"List_of_Top_Companies_Hiring_Cybersecurity_Graduates\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">List of Top Companies Hiring Cybersecurity Graduates<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cybersecurity professionals are currently in high demand across a range of industries, as evidenced by a recent LinkedIn search which yielded over 50,000 results for &#8220;<strong>cybersecurity<\/strong>.&#8221;\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Notable companies with a large number of cybersecurity-related job postings include Deloitte with over 1,500, Booz Allen Hamilton with nearly 1,000, and ClearanceJobs and ClearedJobs.Net with a combined total of over 11,000.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Similarly, a search on Indeed revealed significant demand for cybersecurity professionals in a variety of industries, with the US Department of the Army, Deloitte, and Accenture leading the pack. Other industries with a particularly high demand for cybersecurity professionals include financial services, government, healthcare, manufacturing, and retail.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Highest_Paying_Cyber_Security_Jobs_with_the_Median_Salary\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Highest Paying Cyber Security Jobs with the Median Salary<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The highest paid cybersecurity jobs has been listed below and the salary may get varies based upon the experience:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Network security engineer ($82,830-$105,936)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cloud Engineer ($91,409)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Information Systems Security Engineer ($125,000)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Certified Ethical Hacker ($100,000)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cybersecurity Sales Engineer ($114,783)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Information Systems Security Manager ($139,307)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Security Architect ($126,925-$155,452)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lead Software Security Engineer : They can get upto median salary of $160,000.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cybersecurity Director: It has been expected to pay around $173,868.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chief Information Security Officer ($232,736)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Other_cybersecurity_certifications\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Other cybersecurity certifications<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can pursue your cybersecurity career in the following top highly paid cybersecurity certifications also:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/certified-information-systems-security-professional\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/comptia-security\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CompTIA Security+<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/ceh-certification-training-course\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">FAQs<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><b>What is SC-100 certification?<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">SC-100 is an entry-level certification in cybersecurity, offered by the International Council of Electronic Commerce Consultants (EC-Council). It is designed for individuals who are new to the field of cybersecurity and want to establish their foundational knowledge and skills.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The SC-100 certification covers a range of cybersecurity topics, including security architecture, risk management, incident response, and vulnerability management<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>What is the highest-paying cyber security certification?<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CRISC is one of Global Knowledge&#8217;s most sought-after and highest-paying cyber security certifications with an average annual salary of $167,145 . It aids applicants in developing a thorough awareness of how IT risks affect certain enterprises.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Will cybersecurity be in demand in 2030?<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is highly likely that cybersecurity will continue to be in demand in 2030 and beyond. As technology continues to advance, the need for cybersecurity measures will only increase. The rise of new technologies such as the Internet of Things (IoT), artificial intelligence (AI), and 5G networks will create new security challenges that will need to be addressed.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Additionally, the increasing frequency and sophistication of cyber attacks globally have led to a growing demand for cybersecurity solutions. Organizations are investing more in cybersecurity measures to protect their networks, data, and systems from cyber threats.<\/span><\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"dnXCYb\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\" aria-controls=\"_XmrEZJHiDMbVseMP_NOjwAU_36\" aria-expanded=\"true\" data-hveid=\"CB4QAQ\">\n<div class=\"JlqpRe\"><strong><span class=\"JCzEY ZwRhJd\"><span class=\"CSkcDe\">What is the future of cyber security 2025?<\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/div>\n<div class=\"L3Ezfd\" data-ved=\"2ahUKEwiRibCA4bKAAxXGamwGHfzpCFgQuk56BAgeEAI\">By the year 2025, approximately 70% of CEOs are expected to establish a corporate culture focused on enhancing corporate resilience. This cultural shift aims to safeguard businesses from a wide range of threats, including cybercrime, extreme weather events, societal disruptions, and political instability.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Summary\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Summary\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The future of cybersecurity can be both exciting and challenging. As we continue to rely more and more on digital technologies, the need for robust cybersecurity measures will only increase. Cyber threats will continue to evolve and become more sophisticated, requiring organizations to stay vigilant and proactive in their approach to security.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ultimately, the future of cybersecurity will depend on our ability to stay ahead of cyber threats and adapt to new Cybersecurity technologies and Cybersecurity trends. By working together and staying informed, we can create a safer and more secure digital world for all.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>As our world becomes increasingly digital, the importance of cybersecurity has never been more apparent. Cyber attacks can cause significant damage to businesses, governments, and individuals, and the threat of these attacks is only growing. To combat this threat, organizations and individuals are increasingly turning to cybersecurity professionals to help protect against cyber threats. In this context, examining the future of cybersecurity becomes crucial to staying ahead of potential threats and developing effective strategies for mitigating them. 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