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43 careers in Computer Science, ranked safest first: the career with the lowest AI exposure score, meaning the smallest share of its day-to-day work AI can already do, is at the top. For 3 of them the moat, what structurally protects the job, has not been classified yet; their cards say so rather than guessing.

Computer Science at a glance
MOAT CLASSIFIED40 of 43 total
NO MOAT37
HAS A MOAT3
MOAT NOT YET CLASSIFIED3
MEDIAN AI EXPOSURE70 /100

Computer & Mathematical37 careers

Application Designer

35

Computer Science

AI IMPACT
AI EXPOSURE TODAY35
20-YEAR SCENARIO
NOT A FORECAST90%
THE DOOR · ENTRY DIFFICULTY TODAYC
NO MOATNo physical, legal or personal barrier protects this work from software.
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Game Designer

35

Computer Science

AI IMPACT
AI EXPOSURE TODAY35
20-YEAR SCENARIO
NOT A FORECAST80%
THE DOOR · ENTRY DIFFICULTY TODAYB
NO MOATNo physical, legal or personal barrier protects this work from software.
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UX/UI Designer

35

Computer Science

AI IMPACT
AI EXPOSURE TODAY35
20-YEAR SCENARIO
NOT A FORECAST90%
THE DOOR · ENTRY DIFFICULTY TODAYC
NO MOATNo physical, legal or personal barrier protects this work from software.
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Web Designer

35

Computer Science

AI IMPACT
AI EXPOSURE TODAY35
20-YEAR SCENARIO
NOT A FORECAST90%
THE DOOR · ENTRY DIFFICULTY TODAYC
NO MOATNo physical, legal or personal barrier protects this work from software.
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Network and Systems Administrators

45

Computer Science

AI IMPACT
AI EXPOSURE TODAY45
20-YEAR SCENARIO
NOT A FORECAST83%
THE DOOR · ENTRY DIFFICULTY TODAYC
NO MOATNo physical, legal or personal barrier protects this work from software.
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Network Engineer

52

Computer Science

AI IMPACT
AI EXPOSURE TODAY52
20-YEAR SCENARIO
NOT A FORECAST90%
THE DOOR · ENTRY DIFFICULTY TODAYC
NO MOATNo physical, legal or personal barrier protects this work from software.
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Forensic Computer Specialist

55

Computer Science

AI IMPACT
AI EXPOSURE TODAY55
20-YEAR SCENARIO
NOT A FORECAST93%
THE DOOR · ENTRY DIFFICULTY TODAYC
REGULATORY MOATThe law requires human oversight. That human could be you.
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Geographic Information Systems Analyst

60

Computer Science

AI IMPACT
AI EXPOSURE TODAY60
20-YEAR SCENARIO
NOT A FORECAST95%
THE DOOR · ENTRY DIFFICULTY TODAYC
NO MOATNo physical, legal or personal barrier protects this work from software.
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Systems Analyst

60

Computer Science

AI IMPACT
AI EXPOSURE TODAY60
20-YEAR SCENARIO
NOT A FORECAST95%
THE DOOR · ENTRY DIFFICULTY TODAYC
NO MOATNo physical, legal or personal barrier protects this work from software.
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Data Analyst

65

Computer Science

AI IMPACT
AI EXPOSURE TODAY65
20-YEAR SCENARIO
NOT A FORECAST95%
THE DOOR · ENTRY DIFFICULTY TODAYC
NO MOATNo physical, legal or personal barrier protects this work from software.
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Data architects

65

Computer Science

AI IMPACT
AI EXPOSURE TODAY65
20-YEAR SCENARIO
NOT A FORECAST90%
THE DOOR · ENTRY DIFFICULTY TODAYC
NO MOATNo physical, legal or personal barrier protects this work from software.
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Data Engineer

65

Computer Science

AI IMPACT
AI EXPOSURE TODAY65
20-YEAR SCENARIO
NOT A FORECAST95%
THE DOOR · ENTRY DIFFICULTY TODAYC
NO MOATNo physical, legal or personal barrier protects this work from software.
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Data Scientist

65

Computer Science

AI IMPACT
AI EXPOSURE TODAY65
20-YEAR SCENARIO
NOT A FORECAST95%
THE DOOR · ENTRY DIFFICULTY TODAYC
NO MOATNo physical, legal or personal barrier protects this work from software.
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Database Administrator

65

Computer Science

AI IMPACT
AI EXPOSURE TODAY65
20-YEAR SCENARIO
NOT A FORECAST95%
THE DOOR · ENTRY DIFFICULTY TODAYC
NO MOATNo physical, legal or personal barrier protects this work from software.
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Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Analyst

65

Computer Science

AI IMPACT
AI EXPOSURE TODAY65
20-YEAR SCENARIO
NOT A FORECAST95%
THE DOOR · ENTRY DIFFICULTY TODAYC
NO MOATNo physical, legal or personal barrier protects this work from software.
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Geospatial Data Scientist

65

Computer Science

AI IMPACT
AI EXPOSURE TODAY65
20-YEAR SCENARIO
NOT A FORECAST95%
THE DOOR · ENTRY DIFFICULTY TODAYC
NO MOATNo physical, legal or personal barrier protects this work from software.
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Systems Engineer

65

Computer Science

AI IMPACT
AI EXPOSURE TODAY65
20-YEAR SCENARIO
NOT A FORECAST95%
THE DOOR · ENTRY DIFFICULTY TODAYC
NO MOATNo physical, legal or personal barrier protects this work from software.
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AI Systems Architect

70

Computer Science

AI IMPACT
AI EXPOSURE TODAY70
20-YEAR SCENARIO
NOT A FORECAST95%
THE DOOR · ENTRY DIFFICULTY TODAYC
NO MOATNo physical, legal or personal barrier protects this work from software.
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Cloud Solutions Architect

70

Computer Science

AI IMPACT
AI EXPOSURE TODAY70
20-YEAR SCENARIO
NOT A FORECAST95%
THE DOOR · ENTRY DIFFICULTY TODAYC
NO MOATNo physical, legal or personal barrier protects this work from software.
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Cryptographer

70

Computer Science

AI IMPACT
AI EXPOSURE TODAY70
20-YEAR SCENARIO
NOT A FORECAST95%
THE DOOR · ENTRY DIFFICULTY TODAYC
NO MOATNo physical, legal or personal barrier protects this work from software.
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DevOps Engineer

70

Computer Science

AI IMPACT
AI EXPOSURE TODAY70
20-YEAR SCENARIO
NOT A FORECAST95%
THE DOOR · ENTRY DIFFICULTY TODAYC
NO MOATNo physical, legal or personal barrier protects this work from software.
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Ethical Hacker and Penetration Tester

70

Computer Science

AI IMPACT
AI EXPOSURE TODAY70
20-YEAR SCENARIO
NOT A FORECAST95%
THE DOOR · ENTRY DIFFICULTY TODAYC
NO MOATNo physical, legal or personal barrier protects this work from software.
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Games Tester

70

Computer Science

AI IMPACT
AI EXPOSURE TODAY70
20-YEAR SCENARIO
NOT A FORECAST95%
THE DOOR · ENTRY DIFFICULTY TODAYC
NO MOATNo physical, legal or personal barrier protects this work from software.
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Secure System Development Specialist

70

Computer Science

AI IMPACT
AI EXPOSURE TODAY70
20-YEAR SCENARIO
NOT A FORECAST95%
THE DOOR · ENTRY DIFFICULTY TODAYC
NO MOATNo physical, legal or personal barrier protects this work from software.
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App Developer

72

Computer Science

AI IMPACT
AI EXPOSURE TODAY72
20-YEAR SCENARIO
NOT A FORECAST95%
THE DOOR · ENTRY DIFFICULTY TODAYC
NO MOATNo physical, legal or personal barrier protects this work from software.
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Blockchain Developer

72

Computer Science

AI IMPACT
AI EXPOSURE TODAY72
20-YEAR SCENARIO
NOT A FORECAST95%
THE DOOR · ENTRY DIFFICULTY TODAYC
NO MOATNo physical, legal or personal barrier protects this work from software.
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Computer Programmer

72

Computer Science

AI IMPACT
AI EXPOSURE TODAY72
20-YEAR SCENARIO
NOT A FORECAST95%
THE DOOR · ENTRY DIFFICULTY TODAYC
NO MOATNo physical, legal or personal barrier protects this work from software.
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Cyber Security Professional

72

Computer Science

AI IMPACT
AI EXPOSURE TODAY72
20-YEAR SCENARIO
NOT A FORECAST95%
THE DOOR · ENTRY DIFFICULTY TODAYC
NO MOATNo physical, legal or personal barrier protects this work from software.
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Cybersecurity Analyst

72

Computer Science

AI IMPACT
AI EXPOSURE TODAY72
20-YEAR SCENARIO
NOT A FORECAST95%
THE DOOR · ENTRY DIFFICULTY TODAYC
NO MOATNo physical, legal or personal barrier protects this work from software.
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DevOps Engineer

72

Computer Science

AI IMPACT
AI EXPOSURE TODAY72
20-YEAR SCENARIO
NOT A FORECAST95%
THE DOOR · ENTRY DIFFICULTY TODAYC
NO MOATNo physical, legal or personal barrier protects this work from software.
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Frontend Developer

72

Computer Science

AI IMPACT
AI EXPOSURE TODAY72
20-YEAR SCENARIO
NOT A FORECAST95%
THE DOOR · ENTRY DIFFICULTY TODAYC
NO MOATNo physical, legal or personal barrier protects this work from software.
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Game Developer

72

Computer Science

AI IMPACT
AI EXPOSURE TODAY72
20-YEAR SCENARIO
NOT A FORECAST95%
THE DOOR · ENTRY DIFFICULTY TODAYC
NO MOATNo physical, legal or personal barrier protects this work from software.
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IT Analysts and Analyst-Programmers

72

Computer Science

AI IMPACT
AI EXPOSURE TODAY72
20-YEAR SCENARIO
NOT A FORECAST95%
THE DOOR · ENTRY DIFFICULTY TODAYC
NO MOATNo physical, legal or personal barrier protects this work from software.
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Language Technology Developer

72

Computer Science

AI IMPACT
AI EXPOSURE TODAY72
20-YEAR SCENARIO
NOT A FORECAST95%
THE DOOR · ENTRY DIFFICULTY TODAYC
NO MOATNo physical, legal or personal barrier protects this work from software.
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Machine Learning Engineer

72

Computer Science

AI IMPACT
AI EXPOSURE TODAY72
20-YEAR SCENARIO
NOT A FORECAST90%
THE DOOR · ENTRY DIFFICULTY TODAYC
NO MOATNo physical, legal or personal barrier protects this work from software.
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Mobile App Developer

72

Computer Science

AI IMPACT
AI EXPOSURE TODAY72
20-YEAR SCENARIO
NOT A FORECAST95%
THE DOOR · ENTRY DIFFICULTY TODAYC
NO MOATNo physical, legal or personal barrier protects this work from software.
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Software Engineer

72

Computer Science

AI IMPACT
AI EXPOSURE TODAY72
20-YEAR SCENARIO
NOT A FORECAST95%
THE DOOR · ENTRY DIFFICULTY TODAYD
NO MOATNo physical, legal or personal barrier protects this work from software.
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Management2 careers

Network Engineer

35

Computer Science

AI IMPACT
AI EXPOSURE TODAY35
20-YEAR SCENARIO
NOT A FORECAST60%
THE DOOR · ENTRY DIFFICULTY TODAYB
RELATIONAL MOATPeople want a real person for this. That preference is the protection.
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Software Development Manager

35

Computer Science

AI IMPACT
AI EXPOSURE TODAY35
20-YEAR SCENARIO
NOT A FORECAST60%
THE DOOR · ENTRY DIFFICULTY TODAYB
RELATIONAL MOATPeople want a real person for this. That preference is the protection.
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Life, Physical & Social Science1 career

User Experience Researcher

70

Computer Science

AI IMPACT
AI EXPOSURE TODAY70
20-YEAR SCENARIO
NOT A FORECAST95%
THE DOOR · ENTRY DIFFICULTY TODAYC
NO MOATNo physical, legal or personal barrier protects this work from software.
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Uncategorised3 careers

These careers have no record in our AI outlook register, so there is no O*NET occupation code to group them by. Listed here rather than guessed into a category.

Database Administrators and Web Content Technicians

65

Computer Science

AI IMPACT
AI EXPOSURE TODAY65
20-YEAR SCENARIO
NOT A FORECAST95%
THE DOOR · ENTRY DIFFICULTY TODAYC
MOAT NOT YET CLASSIFIEDA real score, but the moat is not yet classified. No claim either way.
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Web Design Professionals

70

Computer Science

AI IMPACT
AI EXPOSURE TODAY70
20-YEAR SCENARIO
NOT A FORECAST95%
THE DOOR · ENTRY DIFFICULTY TODAYC
MOAT NOT YET CLASSIFIEDA real score, but the moat is not yet classified. No claim either way.
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Programmers and Software Development Professionals

72

Computer Science

AI IMPACT
AI EXPOSURE TODAY72
20-YEAR SCENARIO
NOT A FORECAST95%
THE DOOR · ENTRY DIFFICULTY TODAYC
MOAT NOT YET CLASSIFIEDA real score, but the moat is not yet classified. No claim either way.
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