01 Overview
02 Talent Pipeline
03 Industry Ecosystem
04 Labor Analysis
05 Operating Cost Analysis
06 Quality of Life

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GREATER PHOENIX

A TOP Tech CITY FOR CYBERSECURITY

 

Cybersecurity and advanced computer technologies have been recognized, by state and local governments, as an industrial cornerstone for the Arizona economy. Leadership is committed to supporting this vital industry. Greater Phoenix is one of the top markets in the nation to locate and expand cybersecurity.

 

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CONTENTS

1
OVERVIEW
2
TALENT
PIPELINE
3
INDUSTRY
ECOSYSTEM
4
LABOR
ANALYSIS
5
OPERATING
COST ANALYSIS
6
STATUTORY
INCENTIVES

VALUE PROPOSITION

LIVABILITY

With significantly lower cost of living across all major expenditures, Greater Phoenix also offers shorter commute times for more free time and more than 300 days of sunshine annually.

INFRASTRUCTURE

Greater Phoenix offers faster fiber connectivity, and consistent and reliable power coverage. The region’s robust network of data centers is complemented by access to a leading domestic and international airport and a low risk of natural disasters.

COMPETITIVE OPERATING COSTS

Real estate is more affordable with better benefit costs compared to peer markets. There are a number of quality incentives to further decrease operating costs for your cybersecurity business that you’re looking to create or relocate.

WORKFORCE ECOSYSTEM

Specialized programs at universities across the state train talent. University alignment and partnerships assist in the undertaking of cybersecurity research and development.

CYBER VALUE CHAIN

Greater Phoenix has a robust ecosystem of independent cybersecurity firms and units from Fortune 500 companies which offer access to secure testing facilities.

GREATER PHOENIX TALENT PIPELINE

The region produced over 1,500 graduates in these fields during the 2015 to 2016 school year and those figures are continuing to climb. The region’s universities are committed to supplying the workforce needed to enable companies to scale in the region making Greater Phoenix one of the top tech cities for cybersecurity for those looking to start or relocate your cybersecurity business.

NOTABLE PROGRAMS IN CYBERSECURITY - RELATED FIELDS

Competitive Programs

In a competitor markets’ talent pipeline analysis, Greater Phoenix has closed the gap between New York and San Francisco in producing cyber-related degrees per 100,000 in population.

  • Arizona State University is committed to partnering with corporate, education, and government organizations to produce skilled cybersecurity workforce.
  • The University of Arizona offers an AZSecure Cybersecurity Fellowship Program.
  • At Grand Canyon University, you can earn an IT degree with a cybersecurity emphasis.
  • The University of Advancing Technology has one of the longest-running cybersecurity degrees in the Southwest.

CYBERSECURITY CANYON

Cybersecurity Canyon is a group of industry leaders led by Ori Eisen, Joe Loomis, Sean Moshir, and Kyle Starkey that has decided to take up the challenge of finding and attracting talent to staff cybersecurity openings. They are committed to developing long-term solutions that nurture a vibrant local community of cybersecurity talent and entrepreneurs making it a top tech city for cybersecurity businesses to relocate to and even start operations. They believe that these efforts will turn the Phoenix Metro area into a hotbed of cyber talent. Additionally, the group hopes to foster new educational partnerships that help universities train job-ready students.

 

 

PIPELINE AZ

Pipeline AZ is a strategic workforce platform that is revolutionizing the way students and job seekers connect their passions and experiences with rewarding opportunities. Through this platform, individual skills, interests, and experiences are matched with local companies’ skills and experience needs. These high-quality matches produce a stronger fit between employee and employer resulting in better retention rates and workforce satisfaction. Pipeline AZ gives the job seeker control of their own career pathway through tailored resources, personally curated information and customized opportunities. Pipeline AZ provides employers with a more efficient way to access regional talent on demand; educators with an avenue to improve their curriculum to match market needs; and talent with the resources needed to develop a more fulfilling career.

MAJOR EMPLOYERS

Greater Phoenix has a rich ecosystem of cybersecurity companies. A large number of successful companies were founded in the region, and some were scaled into the region efficiently.

MAJOR OPERATION CENTER EMPLOYERS

The Greater Phoenix region is home to a rich cybersecurity ecosystem. Part of this ecosystem is non-cybersecurity firms that have cybersecurity operations in the region.

Banne Health
Godaddy
Honeywell Aerospace

LABOR COSTS

The labor cost data below depicts the 75th percentile wages across peer markets for cybersecurity occupations. Scroll to the side to see how Greater Phoenix stacks up against other cities.

OCCUPATION PHOENIX SAN FRANCISCO LOS ANGELES BOSTON NEW YORK SEATTLE
Computer and Information Systems Managers $142,219 +$56,062 +$23,683 +$50,270 +$105,327 +$26,179
Computer and Information Research Scientists $167,772 +$52,526 +$10,815 +$16,302 +$53,483 +$10,662
Computer and Information Analysts $137,388 +$82,287 +$50,476 +$35,534 +$111,061 +$28,135
Software Developers, Systems Software $129,065 +$21,062 +$16,314 +$27,064 +$36,571 +$39,586
Software Developers, Applications $110,557 +$25,642 +$6,934 +$7,342 +$22,316 +$8,551
Computer Occupations, All Other $97,109 +$40,245 +$28,336 +$31,485 +$54,816 +$25,719
Computer Network Architects $116,966 +$33,485 +$16,300 +$19,600 +$23,423 +$39,534
Information Security Analysts $120,661 +$36,996 +$26,791 +$23,973 +$26,208 +$19,644
Database Administrators $104,652 +$29,162 +$14,926 +$9,632 +$26,083 +$17,150
Financial Managers $101,082 +$30,806 +$11,658 +$9,516 +$20,635 +$11,509
Computer Systems Analysts $120,936 +$41,753 +$22,108 +$31,633 +$32,299 +$14,642
Data Entry Keyers $100,675 +$35,104 +$10,405 +$22,976 +$16,577 +$16,361
Sales Managers $35,138 +$7,320 +$2,934 +$8,272 +$9,774 +$11,724
Average Salary & Cost Difference $114,171 +$37,881 +$18,591 +$22,585 +$41,429 +$20,723

The Annual Business Operating Cost Pro-forma below has been prepared using the following parameters as an estimate for cybersecurity operations in competitor markets. Component and custom analyses to match your company’s operations can be provided upon request.

 

ASSUMPTIONS

  • $2,500,000 personal property investment
  • 9,000 square foot Central Business District
  • Utilities (per month): Included in lease
  • 86 jobs (Bureau of Labor Statistics equivalent occupations)
OCCUPATIONS EMPLOYMENT
Computer & Information Systems Managers 2
General & Operations Managers (Human Resurces) 1
Secretary 1
Computer Network Architects 9
Computer Network Suport Specialists 8
Information Security Analysts 21
Computer Programmers 44
TOTAL 86

PERCENTAGE HIGHER THAN PHOENIX’S ANNUAL OPERATING EXPENSES BY METRO

 

Arizona Competes funds

  • Discretionary funds that can be used to attract, expand and retain Arizona enterprises

 

Quality jobs tax credit

  • $9,000 of corporate income tax credits per job, spread over 3 years
  • Capped at 10,000 jobs per year
  • Four tiers of qualification that all require at least 65% of benefits packaged covered by employer

 

qualified facilities refundable tax credit

  • Targets aerospace, biomedical, science, and technology and high-tech manufacturing sectors for manufacturing, R&D, and manufacturer HQ functions.
  • Lesser of 10% of capital investment or $20,000 per job per phase (phase determined by client)
  • Requires wages of greater than 125% of the state median wage for production occupations ($41,133) in urban areas, and above the median wage in rural areas ($32,906).
  • Minimum investment of $250,000

COMPANIES IN GREATER PHOENIX

  • 41st Parameter
  • ADT Cybersecurity
  • Axon
  • Bishop Fox
  • CellTrust
  • Clear Data
  • Early Warning
  • Emailage
  • Experian
  • Kudelski Security
  • LifeLock
  • Netswitch
  • Securosis
  • SiteLock
  • Symantec
  • Trusona

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