Cybersecurity salaries range from £32,000 to £95,000+. SOC analysts, pen testers and CISOs compared.
| Specialism | Salary |
|---|---|
| SOC Analyst (Tier 1) | £32,000–£42,000 |
| SOC Analyst (Tier 2/3) | £42,000–£58,000 |
| Penetration Tester | £50,000–£80,000 |
| Security Engineer | £55,000–£85,000 |
| CISO / Security Director | £90,000–£150,000+ |
See exactly what your Cybersecurity Analyst salary looks like after tax and NI.
Calculate Take-Home PaySOC analysts earn £32,000–£58,000. Penetration testers and security engineers earn £50,000–£85,000.
Yes — consistently among the highest-demand technology careers with a structural skills shortage.