We surveyed 295 information security managers to better understand the work environment and required skills of a typical information security manager. Here are the results.

Can I learn to become an information security manager?

Intrinsic Talent

Acquired Talent

A career as an information security manager typically depends predominantly on qualities you can gain through experience, with a small aspect of skills you are born with.

Is it easy to get a job as an information security manager?

Easy

Hard

It’s typically difficult to find a job as an information security manager.