cybersecurity / cyber defense developer demand
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How many developer roles ask for cybersecurity / cyber defense, how that demand is trending, and what those roles pay — tracked from live job postings.
What do roles requiring cybersecurity / cyber defense pay in 2026?
As of May 2026, the typical advertised salary is US$188,062 a year, with most postings between US$176,323 and US$210,913.
That's about 41% more than the typical US software developer earns (US$133,080), per Bureau of Labor Statistics figures from May 2024.
| 25th percentile | US$176,323 |
|---|---|
| Median (50th percentile) | US$188,062 |
| 75th percentile | US$210,913 |
Advertised base salary, from 10 job postings with pay data, as of May 2026.
How strong is hiring demand for cybersecurity / cyber defense in 2026?
Tarmac tracked 10 postings in May 2026.
| Month | Postings | Median salary |
|---|---|---|
| May 2026 | 10 | US$188,062 |
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