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Cybersecurity Domains
Explore Cybersecurity Domains & Key Roles
From governance to ethical hacking, explore the domains where VigIT People connects talent and organisations.
Mapping the Cybersecurity Landscape
Cybersecurity is a broad field, and so are the career paths within it. At VigIT People we align our recruitment with the European Cybersecurity Skills Framework (ECSF), covering all key domains and roles. Explore the overview below to see where your expertise fits or where your next hire might come from.
Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC)
Policies, regulatory compliance, risk management, and governance.
Key roles:
- CISO
- Compliance Manager
- Privacy Officer / DPO
- GRC Specialist
- Information Security Risk Advisor
- Security Policy Officer
- Regulatory Compliance Analyst
Security Operations & Incident Response
Monitoring, detecting, responding to security incidents.
Key roles:
- SOC Analyst
- Incident Response Specialist
- Cyber Threat Intelligence Analyst
- Digital Forensics Expert (DFIR)
- SOC Manager
- Cybersecurity Operations Manager
- Security Monitoring Analyst
Security Architecture & Engineering
Designing, building, implementing secure IT architectures.
Key roles:
- Security Architect
- Cybersecurity Engineer
- Cloud Security Specialist
- DevSecOps Engineer
- OT/ICS Security Engineer
- Network Security Engineer
- Infrastructure Security Specialist
Penetration Testing & Ethical Hacking
Identifying vulnerabilities, security testing, enhancement.
Key roles:
- Ethical Hacker / Penetration Tester
- Vulnerability Assessment Analyst
- Red Team Specialist
- Application Security Specialist
- Security Researcher
- Security Tester
Identity & Access Management (IAM)
Managing identities and access rights securely.
Key roles:
- IAM Specialist
- IAM Architect
- Access Control Manager
- PAM Specialist
- Identity Governance Analyst
- Access Security Engineer
Audit & Assurance
Evaluating compliance with security controls & standards.
Key roles:
- IT Security Auditor
- Assurance Specialist
- IT Risk Consultant
- Internal Audit Security Specialist
- Compliance Auditor
- Security Controls Auditor
Awareness, Training & Education
Enhancing security awareness through education and training.
Key roles:
- Security Awareness Specialist
- Cybersecurity Trainer
- Education & Awareness Coordinator
- Cybersecurity Educator
- Training Program Developer
Product & Software Security
Integrating security into software development processes.
Key roles:
- Secure Software Developer
- Application Security Engineer
- Product Security Manager
- Software Security Architect
- SDL Specialist
Physical & Environmental Security
Protecting physical and operational assets.
Key roles:
- Physical Security Specialist
- Facilities Security Manager
- Environmental Security Officer
- Physical Security Analyst
- Site Security Coordinator
For Employers
Find the right cybersecurity professionals, fast and with lasting impact:
- Executive Search
- Urgent Hire
- Interim & Freelance
For Candidates
Take the next step in your cybersecurity career, with opportunities you can trust:
- Permanent & freelance Roles
- Confidential Process
- Career support
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Cybersecurity recruitment by sector
Every sector has its own rules, risks and roles. Discover our approach for: