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May 20, 2026 · Industry Insights

Why Cybersecurity Salaries Fell After the HVV Boom – Are Professionals Spoiled?

After years of lucrative HVV contracts paying up to 10,000 CNY per day, the cybersecurity market has seen salaries halve, prompting a reassessment of expectations; the article examines the causes, the demanding nature of HVV work, and why building solid technical skills remains the true career safeguard.