(Image Source: https://metro.co.uk) Despite the immense responsibility of defending the Government’s entire economic and finance ministry from cyber threats, the Treasury is unfortunately offering a humble salary of up to £57,000 for their latest head of cyber security role - a fraction of the prime minister's salary. This has been met with ridicule from social media users, highlighting the stark difference in remuneration for a job of such importance.
(Image Source: https://metro.co.uk) Rishi Sunak's campaign to encourage ballerinas to retrain as cyber professionals has been met with criticism, as the government salary for the role is far lower than the average of £128,696-£140,074 for leading cyber security jobs.
(Image Source: https://metro.co.uk) Despite this, the role offers an incredible opportunity to safeguard the nation’s economic and financial security - and those with the right skills could make a huge difference to the nation’s cyber security.
