Safety & Security is a broad sector focused on protecting people, assets, information, and environments. It includes physical security (guards, surveillance, patrols), information / cybersecurity, health & safety engineering, emergency response, risk assessments, safety compliance, fire prevention, etc. Roles range from entry-level guards and safety inspectors up to security managers or Chief Information Security Officers. Requirements depend heavily on the subfield: some need high school + training; others need technical degrees, certifications, or deep domain knowledge.
$124,910
Average Salary
29%
Annual Sector Growth
162,300
Job offer
280 000
Companies
Cybersecurity & Information Protection — increasing threats, more data privacy regulations, cloud risks, supply-chain vulnerabilities.
Automation, Surveillance, & AI — using automated monitoring, video analytics, drones, sensors; using AI to detect anomalies or threats.
Health, Safety & Environmental Compliance Strengthening — more regulation on workplace safety, industrial hygiene, environmental health, sustainability. Post-pandemic health safety policies also still evolving.
Remote / Hybrid Risks & Digital Workplaces — securing distributed workforces, remote devices, cloud infrastructure; security posture must adapt to new work models.
Integrated Risk Management — convergence of physical, cyber, safety, compliance risks; organizations prefer holistic safety/security strategy rather than siloed functions.
Risk assessment & threat modelling (physical & cyber)
Technology / technical skills: cybersecurity tools, surveillance systems, sensor networks, network security, encryption, etc.
Regulatory & compliance knowledge: OSHA, GDPR, HIPAA, ISO standards, industry-specific safety codes.
Analytical / incident investigation & mitigation skills (root-cause analysis, safety audits, after-action reviews).
Communication & crisis response / emergency management: ability to respond under pressure, coordinate with teams, write incident reports, create safety protocols.