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October 18, 2026 at 11:00 UTC
US Cybersecurity Job Postings Fall 26% as AI Security Engineer Demand Soars
By Kevin Townsend
AI Summary
CyberSN's 2026 Cybersecurity Jobs Report shows US cybersecurity job postings fell 26% overall, while demand for AI Security Engineers surged markedly. The divergence signals a structural shift in security hiring as organizations prioritize AI-native roles over traditional positions. Security professionals should consider upskilling in AI/ML security to remain competitive in a contracting job market.
Relevance score: 58.0/100
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