Skills in demand: Communications and messaging experts

Demand for infosec-focused communications and messaging pros is growing. These people are tasked with understanding security objectives and communicating a positive message to internal stakeholders and customers. 

What it takes

Core skills include a deep understanding of messaging and communications strategy, as well as the ability to deliver content across a range of media outlets. Doing so helps socialize the goals of the security organization and create a more security-aware culture.

Compensation

Compensation ranges vary from $80K-$100K on the delivery side and as high as $150K-$160K for leadership.