Cybersecurity Careers: Finding the Right Role in a Rapidly Evolving Market
What We Do
We specialise in connecting Cybersecurity professionals with roles that align to both their technical expertise and career ambitions. Whether you’re seeking a permanent position or a contract assignment, we support seamless transitions into organisations where you can make real impact.
We partner with a wide range of employers across the United States, including:
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large technology consultancies
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financial institutions
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healthcare organisations
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fast-growing startups and scale-ups
Opportunities range from early-career roles through to senior leadership positions such as CISO, BISO, and Security Directors. Our role is to help you navigate the market, understand where demand sits, and position yourself for long-term success.
We place candidates into roles including:
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CISO, BISO, Security Director & Leadership roles
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Application Security & Product Security (SAST, DAST, DevSecOps)
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Cloud Security Engineering & Architecture (AWS, Azure, GCP, Private Cloud)
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DFIR (Digital Forensics & Incident Response)
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DLP (Data Loss Prevention)
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GRC (Governance, Risk & Compliance)
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IAM (Identity & Access Management)
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Information Security
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Malware Analysis & Reverse Engineering
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Penetration Testing
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Security Consulting
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SOC, SOAR & Detection Engineering
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Threat Intelligence
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Vulnerability Management
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What types of Cybersecurity roles do you recruit for?
We recruit across the full cybersecurity landscape, from hands-on technical roles through to strategic leadership positions. This includes AppSec, Cloud Security, DFIR, SOC, GRC, IAM, Threat Intelligence, Vulnerability Management and executive security leadership.
2. Do you support both permanent and contract Cybersecurity roles?
Yes. We work with candidates seeking permanent positions as well as those pursuing contract and consulting opportunities. Contract roles are particularly common across DFIR, cloud security, transformation initiatives and incident response programmes.
3. What skills are most in demand in the US Cybersecurity market?
Demand varies by sector, but consistently strong areas include:
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cloud security across AWS, Azure and GCP
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application and product security within DevSecOps environments
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incident response, detection and SOC leadership
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identity and access management
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GRC professionals who can translate security risk into business language
Strong communication skills and the ability to operate in complex environments are increasingly valued alongside technical capability.
4. How do Cybersecurity professionals typically progress into leadership roles like CISO?
Leadership progression often combines:
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deep technical foundations
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experience influencing stakeholders beyond security teams
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exposure to risk, governance and regulatory environments
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the ability to align security strategy with business objectives
Many CISOs come from engineering, architecture, DFIR or GRC backgrounds before broadening into enterprise leadership.
5. Is previous industry experience important for Cybersecurity roles?
Industry experience can be helpful, particularly in regulated sectors such as financial services or healthcare. However, many employers prioritise transferable security skills, mindset and problem-solving ability over direct sector experience.
6. How competitive is the Cybersecurity job market in the US?
The market remains active, particularly for experienced professionals with niche expertise. Hiring processes are more selective than in previous years, with employers placing greater emphasis on depth of experience, impact and cultural alignment.
Compensation varies widely by role, seniority, location and specialism, which is why understanding your positioning in the market is critical.
7. Do I need certifications to advance my Cybersecurity career?
Certifications can support career progression but are rarely sufficient on their own. Employers typically value hands-on experience, decision-making capability and real-world impact. Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, cloud certifications or offensive security credentials can complement experience when used strategically.
8. How is AI affecting Cybersecurity careers?
AI is reshaping areas such as threat detection, automation and security operations, but it is also increasing demand for professionals who can understand risk, validate outcomes and manage complex environments. Human expertise remains essential, particularly in leadership, architecture and response roles.
9. How can Stanton House support my Cybersecurity career?
We provide:
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access to exclusive roles across leading US organisations
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honest guidance on market conditions and career positioning
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interview preparation tailored to cybersecurity roles
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long-term support as your career evolves
Our focus is not just your next role, but helping you make the right move at the right time.