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Cybersecurity Analyst

Plan and implement security measures to protect computer systems and networks.

Role Exposure Estimate
58%
Baseline: 36% 22 points after current signals

Signals updated 8/24/2026

Task-by-Task Analysis

Here's how AI might impact each core task of a cybersecurity analyst:

Monitor for threats60% estimated exposure
Investigate incidents40% estimated exposure
Implement security measures35% estimated exposure
Train employees30% estimated exposure

Current Risk Signals

Recent factors included in this role estimate:

+19%
layoffs
60,342 workers laid off in related industries (4 AI-related)
+3%
employment
-2.8% employment change year-over-year

These signals are reviewed on a schedule and may not reflect every recent event. Use the score as a directional estimate, not a prediction.

Score Breakdown

Base Risk (O*NET Research)36%
Industry Layoffs+19%
Employment Trends (BLS)+3%
Final Score58%

Risk Trend (90 Days)

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AI Tools Threatening This Role

AI threat detection
Automated response
Security automation

Work Current Tools Handle Less Reliably

Incident response
Strategy
Complex investigations
Human factors

Practical Ways to Adapt

Certifications (CISSP)
Cloud security
AI security
Leadership

Key Skills for This Role

Security ToolsThreat AnalysisProblem Solving

Career Overview

Median Salary$103,000/yr
Total Employed165k
Job Outlookgrowing
Categorytechnology

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