Who are Peterson Technology Partners?

Peterson Technology Partners, also known as PTP, is a staffing and consultancy firm, located in Chicago and operating globally. PTP specializes in providing IT staffing and talent supply management solutions.

What services does PTP offer?

PTP is known for sourcing best-in-class talent for the IT industry, specializing in the fields of Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Cloud Computing, DevOps, and Cybersecurity.

What are the benefits of working with PTP?

PTP’s proprietary 5-step assessment process ensures that our clients receive only the absolute best-in-class talent for their staffing needs. Our 4-point promise to every client guarantees Quality, Speed, Agility, and Customization.

Do I have to pay for this service?

We require no payment from job-seekers. If you’re a job-seeker looking for your next great opportunity visit the Jobs page. If you’re an employer looking for top-tier talent to meet your staffing needs, Contact Us to start building your customized service plan.

Introduction

Tech professionals are finally seeing signs of hope for the job market.

According to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, tech unemployment rates fell significantly below the national rate of 4.2% in May 2025. And security analysts specifically saw a promising rate of 2.3%.

Not only are security experts able to find work in general, but they’re able to find cybersecurity jobs outside tech, opening the door to exciting new challenges to take their career to the next level.

While IT companies are still hiring, these non-tech industries are increasingly creating cybersecurity career opportunities as well:

Business and professional services

Manufacturing

Financial services

Retail

Education services

Healthcare

Government

In this evolving market, a cybersecurity expert can really diversify their resume by rethinking where to find cybersecurity jobs.

This PTP Report digs deeper into the best sectors for cybersecurity careers right now.

Note: The following list ranks the prevalence of cybersecurity hiring by industry, based on Cyber Seek’s Cybersecurity Supply and Demand Heat Map, which tracks cybersecurity job postings in each sector.

1. Business and Professional Services

Cybersecurity job postings in this industry (via Cyber Seek):181,498

Cybercrime has found its way to the business and professional services industry, targeting valuable client data for high potential financial gains. This industry is particularly vulnerable to cyberattacks due to the popularity of remote work. Further, use of third-party vendors in professional services can increase vulnerability due to lack of visibility.

2. Manufacturing

Cybersecurity job postings in this industry (via Cyber Seek):62,621

Data breaches cost industrial organizations 13% more than the global average of $4.88 million, according to the 2024 IBM Cost of a Data Breach report. Downtime is the big issue here, with IBM reporting the average car maker loses $22,000 per minute when the production line stops. Ransomware is one of the top cyber risks in the manufacturing industry, along with intellectual property theft (stealing designs of new products) and supply chain attacks (targeting vulnerable third-party suppliers).

3. Financial Services and Insurance

Cybersecurity job postings in this industry (via Cyber Seek):48,638

Of course, when money is at the center of an industry, it’s going to attract crime. And as more of these companies go digital, cybersecurity jobs in finance are on the rise. Luckily for customers, if they manage their money through a banking app and some of that money goes missing, the bank is required to get it back to you. Banks and other financial companies themselves, however, need more protection, as they are particularly vulnerable to phishing, ransomware, SQL injections, and DDoS attacks.

4. Information Technology

Cybersecurity job postings in this industry (via Cyber Seek):43,464

Cybersecurity roles in the technology sector remain in demand, as the industry is constantly pursuing innovation, posing big risks to information security. Think AI, quantum computing, software supply chains, and the constant need for updated governance. For example, 66% of organizations expect AI to have the most significant impact on cybersecurity in the year to come, but only 37% report having processes in place to assess the security of AI tools before deployment (WEF). For cybersecurity professionals interested in staying at the forefront of technological progress and managing these emerging concerns, the IT sector may be where you want to stay.

5. Retail

Cybersecurity job postings in this industry (via Cyber Seek):20,996

E-commerce is everywhere right now, and online retailers have a particularly huge challenge battling cybercriminals. Fortinet reports that nearly one quarter (24%) of cyberattacks target retailers, likely due to the volume of sensitive customer data available, leading to credential phishing (30.43%), malware (21.74%), ransomware (13.04%), and DDoS attacks (10.14%). Companies who want to mitigate risks of financial loss and reputational damage will need cybersecurity professionals, so this is a great time for job-seekers to pivot into the retail sector.

Honorable Mentions

Educational services (14,166 listings via Cyber Seek) are in need of security experts as they, like many of the non-tech industries mentioned, pursue digital transformation and AI optimization. Not only are schools turning to more online methods, but learning apps like Duolingo are increasingly using AI, which can pose security risks.

Healthcare cybersecurity jobs are growing as well (11,767 listings via Cyber Seek), as more institutions and businesses in the sector leverage tech for workflow optimization, patient communication, and IoT devices. Not to mention improvements in using AI to diagnose illnesses, which is sure to create even more cybersecurity opportunities in the sector.

Government cybersecurity hiring is also strong, with Cyber Seek reporting a total of 10,946 job listings—6,095 at the state level and 4,851 at the federal level. The volume of these job opportunities is likely due to increasing geopolitical tensions as tech and the government become more intertwined.

Conclusion: Cybersecurity Opportunities with PTP

Now that you know the current best sectors for cybersecurity careers, you can hone your skills, refine your resume, and explore new opportunities. Be sure to check out PTP’s job board for current listings or get in touch with one of our expert recruiters to take advantage of our 27+ years of IT recruiting experience.

FAQs

Which cybersecurity jobs are in demand in 2025 and beyond?

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, information security analyst roles are expected to grow by 29% from 2024–34, much faster than the average job growth. Other cybersecurity roles on the rise include cybersecurity consultant, security architect, and governance, risk & compliance (GRC) analyst.

What are some additional cybersecurity job market trends impacting security professionals and employers?

Security professionals continue to have an advantage across sectors, as the cybersecurity talent shortage persists. Additional trends impacting the field include escalating geopolitical tensions, the increasing complexity of supply chains, the rapid adoption of emerging technologies, and the ever-changing need for regulatory requirements.

Which in-demand cybersecurity certifications help security professionals stand out to employers?

Some popular cybersecurity certifications that will increase a job-seeker’s chances of getting hired include CompTIA Security+, EC-Council Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), ISC2 Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), and CompTIA CASP+ (SecurityX).