Entry Level Cyber Security Jobs

CompTIA Security+ is the most popular entry point. CompTIA CySA+ and Google Cybersecurity Certificate are also valuable. OSCP is for those aiming at penetration testing roles.

Typical roles include SOC Analyst (Tier 1), Security Operations Technician, and Junior Vulnerability Analyst. Day-to-day work involves monitoring alerts, triaging incidents, and running scans.

Entry-level cyber security salaries range from $50k to $80k. SOC analyst roles in major metro areas typically start around $60k–$75k. Cleared positions pay significantly more.