UK Cybersecurity Salaries: Public Sector’s Penny-Pinching Problem vs. Private Sector Paydays
UK public sector cybersecurity roles offer an average salary of £44,739, according to a study by Bridwell. While IT leads demand, government positions lag with low pay, sparking backlash. The UK government faces pressure to up salaries, with top salaries in insurance and legal, but transparency remains a key issue.
Hot Take:
Looks like the UK government is trying to secure its cyberspace on a shoestring budget. With public sector cybersecurity salaries barely scraping the barrel, one might wonder if they’re hiring security experts or expecting volunteers armed with firewalls and free antivirus software. Meanwhile, insurance companies are out there throwing money like confetti at cybersecurity talent—because who doesn’t love a good insurance policy against data breaches?
Key Points:
- UK public sector cybersecurity roles offer an average salary of £44,739 ($60,070).
- Non-profit organizations pay even lower, with an average salary of £40,750 ($54,717).
- Insurance industry offers the highest average salary at £79,167 ($106,301).
- Government and public administration roles were the most transparent about pay.
- The UK cyber job market shows a demand for niche, senior roles rather than entry-level positions.