I feel like I see software engineering jobs everywhere. Almost every company needs software engineers, and there seem to be plenty of junior and entry-level opportunities.
Cybersecurity feels completely different. There seem to be fewer entry-level jobs, and whenever one gets posted, I sometimes see hundreds or even 1,000+ applicants. Employers also seem extremely picky, even for junior positions.
Do you think switching to software engineering would give me better chances of finding a job, or should I stick with cybersecurity?

Are big companies still hiring penetration testers?
I feel like penetration testing jobs barely exist at big companies anymore. Most of the openings I see seem to be at small startups or small security firms started by a few people working together.
Meanwhile, I see software engineering positions at almost every big company, but rarely penetration testing roles.
It’s honestly making me wonder if I should switch my career path to software engineering instead.

I feel disappointed and lost about getting a job. I do not need anyone to feel sorry for me and I am not asking for anything or looking for advice. I already know what people usually say and it is always the same words that never really help or change anything.

I am only writing this to express what I feel so I do not explode inside.

I even considered moving to Canada or the EU since I have the option but I do not think it would make any difference. The US is supposed to be the best market but I do not know anymore.

I cannot even find another field that would take me at an entry level so I can at least have a normal office job.

I am grateful for having a good family that supports me otherwise I would probably be working at McDonalds or something.

This life sucks.