We've grouped and diversified the respondents in the roles below, but it's important to note that many security professionals wear multiple hats and go beyond the job description of a single post. The Bureau of Labor Statistics provided the national average wage, education, and job growth (BLS) The salaries given are not entry-level, but rather the typical salary for that position in the United States, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. The salaries listed are not those of the respondents, nor are they those of Varonis. They are only to be used for educational purposes. Your income will fluctuate depending on your experience, region, and the various responsibilities of your employment.

"There is no such thing as a typical day." You must be flexible, adaptive, and willing to shift gears in response to consumer demands. Customer development, technology learning, relationship building, and problem-solving make up an average day of 8-10 hours. 2. Consultant/Owner of a Cybersecurity Company "I've always been interested in technology and the chances that come with a changing environment," says A. "I began my career as an application trainer, soon progressing to networking and infrastructure responsibilities in consulting and education."

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"There is no such thing as a typical day." You must be flexible, adaptive, and willing to shift gears in response to consumer demands. Customer development, technology learning, relationship building, and problem-solving make up an average day of 8-10 hours. 2. Consultant/Owner of a Cybersecurity Company

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"The ability to be continually challenged to learn new and developing technology." You must be willing to adapt to change and to learn new things at all times.