2025 Market Guide
As we progress through 2025, venture-backed cyber security vendors in the US continues to navigate a demanding yet opportunity-rich environment. Market pressures are prompting investors and founding teams to focus on efficiency, ROI and profitability, often with leaner, more agile teams. This has made the competition for top-tier talent even fiercer, with growing emphasis on strategic hiring and tech-driven operations.
At Trident Search, we work closely with some of the most forward-thinking companies in the cyber security industry. That bird’s-eye view of the market, shaped by 1,000+ successful searches and long-standing partnerships, gives us a unique insight into shifting hiring patterns.
Our 2025 Market Guide therefore offers a deep dive into salary benchmarks, hiring trends, VC investment and leadership priorities across the US cyber vendor landscape.
Inside the report, you'll find:
- Detailed salary benchmarks across GTM and R&D functions
- Hiring trends from early-stage vendors
- What’s driving candidate movement and how to stay competitive
- Advice on compensation structures, skills in demand and leadership hiring tailored for early-stage cyber vendors navigating a competitive hiring market
Whether you're a GTM or R&D candidate evaluating your next move, a founder looking to build a competitive team in a crowded market, or an investor scaling a portfolio company, download our Market Guide for data-driven market intelligence tailored to you.
