cybersecurity developer demand
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How many developer roles ask for cybersecurity, how that demand is trending, and what those roles pay — tracked from live job postings.
What do roles requiring cybersecurity pay in 2026?
As of July 2026, the typical advertised salary is A$150,000 (≈ $99k) a year, with most postings between A$141,250 and A$150,000.
| 25th percentile | A$141,250 |
|---|---|
| Median (50th percentile) | A$150,000 |
| 75th percentile | A$150,000 |
Advertised base salary, from 8 job postings with pay data, as of July 2026.
How strong is hiring demand for cybersecurity in 2026?
Tarmac tracked 12 postings in July 2026.
| Month | Postings | Median salary |
|---|---|---|
| October 2025 | 2 | A$150,000 |
| January 2026 | 6 | A$150,000 |
| March 2026 | 1 | A$150,000 |
| May 2026 | 29 | A$150,000 |
| June 2026 | 22 | A$150,000 |
| July 2026 | 12 | A$150,000 |
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