you sure about that? check the latest census numbers on median wage per industry…
Positive. IT security is red-hot right now and when I put out some feelers over the last year the positions were all in that range.
I will admit that in my case, I’ve made pretty much the same in both areas. The potential for upwards mobility seems much more in the private sector, however. Plus one can’t ignore bennies like stock options, 401k, etc.
The big benefit for me in the public sector is I can work a 40 hour week and still have energy for some side projects. Which may make me rich one day, who knows.
