# Security demand and cybersecurity trends in Germany > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/security-demand-and-cybersecurity-trends-in-germany > Updated: 2026-09-26T14:10:00.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2. Recent reports highlight a growing emphasis on security within Germany, spanning both physical and digital domains. A 2026 study by VDMA Fachverband Sicherheitssysteme, VdS Schadenverhütung GmbH, and Messe Essen indicates that demand for security in Germany has reached a record high, with 78% of citizens reporting a strong need for security. The study notes that physical burglaries are a significant threat to businesses, with 45% of surveyed companies experiencing at least one break-in over the last two years. Prof. Dr. Frank Janser, Chairman of the VDMA Security Systems Association, stated that corporate security must address both physical and digital risks. Reflecting the digital dimension of these security needs, a salary report from Michael Page shows high demand and compensation for cybersecurity specialists in the German IT sector. Information Security Officers lead salary rankings with averages between €105,000 and €130,000, as the market shifts toward senior roles and specialists capable of managing complex system integrations. ## Timeline ### 2026-09-26: Germany IT salary report shows high demand for cybersecurity experts A Michael Page report on 2027 IT salaries in Germany shows high demand and pay for cybersecurity and cloud experts, with Information Security Officers averaging €105,000. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/germany-it-salary-report-shows-high-demand-for-cybersecurity-experts ### 2026-09-24: Germany security demand reaches record high in 2026 study The Security Monitor 2026 study shows record-high security needs in Germany, with 78% of citizens seeking more safety and 45% of companies reporting physical burglaries in the last two years. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/germany-security-demand-reaches-record-high-in-simon-2026-study --- Cite as: Security demand and cybersecurity trends in Germany. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/security-demand-and-cybersecurity-trends-in-germany