Cybersecurity Skills You Need for Every Career Stage

Cybersecurity skills are increasingly in demand with the number of positions expected to grow by 23.1% over the next decade, and the average salary for the role being about $96,257 per year. Required hard skills include Python, cryptography, and Linux, while defining skills focus on activities like penetration testing and principles of network security. Distinguishing skills include threat and vulnerability analysis. Many cybersecurity positions require certifications like the CISSP.