Chief Information Security Officers are responsible for supervising an organization's entire cybersecurity strategy. They are compensated very well and play an important part in the process of protecting an organization's digital assets.
Security consultants work for cybersecurity companies or as independent freelancers, offering clients with specialized advise and solutions. Experienced consultants with a proven track record might command a premium salary.
Security analysts monitor the networks and systems of an organization for security vulnerabilities, conduct investigations into incidents, and implement security measures. They may specialize as Security Operations Center (SOC) analysts or threat analysts.