Security and audit compliance are areas largely untouched by recession. Security job market demand has clearly shifted from traditional security officer and just operational security role to a more converged role of security and risk management. Risk Management will be a key driver in the US and globally, as organizations respond to increased governance, regulations, compliance and transparency requirements. Security recruiters also indicate that fear of data loss, cost of security breaches and requirement for regulatory compliance are other factors, pushing companies from industries such as retail, health care, energy, energy and pharmaceuticals to seek expert security and compliance professionals.”]
Source: https://www.careersinfosecurity.com/recruiters-opportunities-are-there-for-security-pros-a-1234