In the wave of digital industries that have sprung up in the information era, cybersecurity has emerged as one of the most attractive sectors. It is not only exciting and fulfilling but also highly practical and stable. Here are some of the biggest reasons that you should go for a career in cybersecurity.

An evergreen industry

Due to the digital age, many businesses have transformed. While the Internet has allowed for unprecedented levels of information sharing, it has introduced some new challenges for companies and individuals alike. One of the biggest challenges is the rise of cybercriminals who steal information from companies, entrepreneurs and their clients.

Given the ease of such cyberattacks, it is unlikely that such crime will go away any time soon, and as long as there are attacks, your services will always be in demand.  Indeed, most organisations, especially high-profiled ones, have confidential information that they want to be protected at all cost. If you are good at your job, you can expect stable job security for the far foreseeable future.

Great salary

Money is a huge factor in every profession, and cybersecurity experts have some of the most competitive salaries and career progression on the market. Given that cyber-attacks are on the rise, and they can cost companies millions of dollars in damages, companies don’t mind paying cybersecurity experts a pretty penny for their services. Bear in mind that the largest companies are typically the ones with the most to lose from an information breach, and you can expect to be paid quite the sum.

Travelling

Another great perk of being a cybersecurity expert is travelling. There is a high demand for qualified cybersecurity personnel worldwide. If you work hard and continuously upgrade yourself with cybersecurity training, you may find companies from all over the world in need of your services. Working for a multi-national corporation could allow you to travel frequently. You could even find yourself staying for the long-term if your company decides to make you a permanent staff there. Get your passport ready, because you may very well be doing some flying.

Fulfilling work and personal growth

Apart from all the tangible benefits, you can add personal fulfilment to the list of benefits. For most cybersecurity experts focused on risk and crisis management, the protection of company and personal assets is undeniably a significant and meaningful role. Furthermore, cybersecurity experts can work in various industries, from government agencies to Non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs). The information you protect could belong to the most vulnerable among us.

Another subset of cybersecurity experts is those who have undergone certified ethical hacker (CEH) training. Some of them conduct “penetration testing” where they test their own companies’ equipment and software for potential weaknesses. Some even work with intelligence agencies or law enforcement to infiltrate organisations with illegal dealings.

As a cybersecurity expert, you will also need to grow continually. As cybercriminals work tirelessly to find vulnerabilities that they can exploit to gain access to the devices you strive to protect, so should you gain advanced knowledge on how to prevent them from doing so. Fortunately, this is not difficult in Singapore. Cybersecurity courses online and offline are plentiful.

Given all of these perks, there is no doubt that a career in cybersecurity can be practical, fulfilling and filled with opportunity. If you have a passion for cybersecurity or information security, this could be the career for you.