Industry Report

AI Layoffs in Cybersecurity

Q: Is AI replacing cybersecurity professionals?

AI is augmenting rather than fully replacing cybersecurity roles, but entry-level positions are shrinking. Automated threat detection and response tools handle routine alerts, reducing the need for large SOC teams. Senior analysts who can work with AI tools remain in high demand.

Q: How many Cybersecurity layoffs has Ai-Layoffs.com tracked?

As of January 2026, Ai-Layoffs.com has documented 100 positions affected by AI-related layoffs in the Cybersecurity sector. This represents layoffs we've verified and tracked—actual industry-wide figures may be higher.

Q: Which Cybersecurity companies have announced AI layoffs?

1 Cybersecurity company has announced AI-related workforce reductions that we've documented.

Q: How does Ai-Layoffs.com verify this data?

Every layoff report is sourced from official company statements, regulatory filings, or verified news outlets. We cross-reference multiple sources and clearly link to original announcements.

Comprehensive tracking of artificial intelligence driven job cuts and workforce reductions in the Cybersecurity industry.

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Why AI is Impacting Cybersecurity

Cybersecurity firms are using AI for threat detection, automated incident response, and vulnerability scanning. While AI creates new security analyst roles, it also automates many Level 1 SOC (Security Operations Center) positions and routine monitoring tasks.

Latest Cybersecurity Layoff Reports

Axonius Nov 5, 2025 100 jobs

Axonius Cuts 100 Jobs as Security Unicorn Pushes for Efficiency

NEW YORK — Cybersecurity unicorn Axonius cut about 100 jobs on Wednesday. The move affects more than 10% of the company’s workforce. The cuts come as the company tries to…

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Axonius 100 jobs