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The IT Cybersecurity Industry is critical to keeping Mainer’s information safe. This rapidly evolving sector is focused on protecting digital assets, systems, networks, and data from cyber threats. From hospitals to small locally owned businesses and government, the importance of having skilled workers to fight security attacks is essential.

Job openings for cybersecurity related positions
2,346
Cybersecurity professionals employed in Maine
4,755
Average annual salary of a cybersecurity analyst in Maine
$93,710
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IT Cybersecurity Career Paths in Maine

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Industry Spotlight

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WGME, 08/26/2025

The University of Maine at Augusta now has new resources for nursing and cyber security.

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University of Maine-Augusta, 10/29/2024

The National Centers of Academic Excellence in Cybersecurity (NCAE-C) have recognized the University of Maine at Augusta (UMA) as a Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense (CAE-CD).

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Maine Department of Education, 06/13/2025

The Maine Department of Education (DOE) is pleased to announce that the state will continue its participation in the State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program (SLCGP) for a second year.

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