If you go for a PhD, do it because you want to expand your knowledge and education for the enlightenment of others. I know a few PhD folks in Cybersecurity and

If you go for a PhD, do it because you want to expand your knowledge and education for the enlightenment of others. I know a few PhD folks in Cybersecurity and they’re one or two pay grades above me. Keep in mind they’re at the high end of this pay band, though. And they’re awesome to work with. The degree by itself will not garner you much more attention and could possibly categorize you as over-qualified much more frequently. The true mark of a person will always be their personality and ability to relate with a team. I’m almost 50. I work with a bunch of young (20’s - 30’s) people. And the influence they bring is refreshing. This is my second career, too. Your skills are transferable to an entirely new field as well. If I could do what you do I’d be significantly better at my job.