The Occupational Outlook Handbook reports the following:
- Jobs in cyber security and other areas of computer technology are expected to grow faster than average
- The average salary for workers in computer related fields is $75,660 per year (2010)
O*Net Online provides information about job titles related to cyber security, descriptions of tasks, skills needed, opportunities for apprenticeships, and preparation needed for entry into this field. O*Net provides the following data:
- Median wages in 2012 were $86,120 per year
- Top industries employing cyber security personnel are professional associations, scientific organizations, technical services, and government agencies
