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Cybersecurity Experts Lead Israeli High-Tech Salaries as AI Integration Evolves
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First reported by Globes · 16 hours ago
What happened
A 2026 report by GotFriends shows cybersecurity researchers now earn the highest salaries in Israeli high-tech, surpassing AI engineers. AI skills remain crucial but must be integrated with core expertise. Hybrid work is standard, and salary leadership has shifted from Tel Aviv to Sharon and Petah Tikva.
- 01Cybersecurity researchers top Israeli high-tech salaries, averaging 57,643 shekels monthly.
- 02AI engineers earn less than cybersecurity and algorithm engineers, reflecting evolving market demands.
- 03Senior professionals' average salary rose 4.8% to 41,722 shekels in early 2026.
- 04Hybrid work is standard, with most jobs offering remote days; full remote roles are rare.
- 05Tel Aviv loses salary lead to Sharon and Petah Tikva regions in 2026.
- 06Companies seek AI expertise combined with deep domain knowledge, not just basic AI familiarity.
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