Cybercrimes, threats, and data breaches are increasing in frequency and cost, posing a serious threat to businesses and everyday users. In fact, Cybersecurity Ventures says that the global annual cost of cybercrime is predicted to reach $10.5 trillion by 2025—while the average price tag of a single data breach will rise to $4.45 million, up 15% from 2023, as reported by IBM.
As such, the demand for people who can prevent these breaches and prescribe fixes is on the rise, too. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that information analysts—an entry-level cyber defense job earning an average salary of around $120,000—will see a 32% increase in employment by 2032, outpacing the growth of most other occupations.
