Is a Career in Defensive Cybersecurity a Lifelong Employment Path?

The author of the post expresses their interest in defensive cybersecurity, particularly threat hunting, incident response, and security operations. They wonder if it is difficult to transition from traditional employment to freelancing or starting their own business in this field, noting that most roles seem to be within companies or MSSPs, with limited or highly competitive freelance opportunities. They seek the opinions and advice of those with experience in this sector.