What You'll Learn in Your Cybersecurity Degree
Build a solid foundation of current knowledge in network and system administration and security, and develop skills in computer systems hardware and software installation, upgrade, troubleshooting, and management, as well as network design implementation, administration, and security.
Network Design
You will develop skills in planning, designing, and implementing network architectures and topologies.
Network Administration
You will acquiring knowledge and practical experience in managing network resources, including configuring routers, switches, firewalls, and other network devices.
Cybersecurity and Network Security
You will gain expertise in implementing various security measures to protect networks, including encryption, VPNs (Virtual Private Networks), access controls, intrusion detection and prevention systems, and security auditing.
System Administration
You will develop proficiency in installing, configuring, and managing operating systems, including Windows, and Unix-based systems.
Troubleshooting
You will develop your problem-solving skills to diagnose and resolve hardware, software, and network issues, including network connectivity problems, system crashes, and software conflicts.
System Upgrades
You will understand the process of updating and patching operating systems, applications, and firmware to address security vulnerabilities and ensure system stability.
Ethical Hacking and Penetration Testing
You will gaining an understanding of ethical hacking methodologies and techniques to identify and assess vulnerabilities in networks and systems, and performing penetration testing to evaluate security defenses.
Cybersecurity Career Outlook
The computer field is both challenging and exciting, with an enormous potential for professional growth. According to the 2022 Occupational Outlook Handbook prepared by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment in computer and information technology occupations is projected to grow 15 percent from 2021 to 2031, much faster than the average for all occupations. This increase is expected to result in about 682,800 new jobs over the decade. The demand for skilled professionals in cybersecurity and network administration is high, with approximately 418,500 openings each year from growth and replacement needs.
Cybersecurity Salaries
in the cybersecurity field are competitive. Zip Recruiter has the median annual salary in the US for cybersecurity administrator as almost $95,000, and in NYC at nearly $108,000 in May 2023, with an entry-level salary of about $80k (ziprecruiter.com and salary.com) in NY. Pursuing a career in computer and information technology can lead to financially rewarding prospects.
What can you do with a cybersecurity degree?
A degree in cybersecurity and network administration opens doors to various career options in this rapidly expanding industry. Some of the potential career paths include:
- Cybersecurity / Information Security Analyst
- IT Manager
- Computer Systems Analyst
- Cybersecurity Architect
- Computer Systems Administrator
- Cybersecurity / Network Administrator
- Cisco Systems Administration
- Computer Support Specialist
- Cybersecurity Specialist
- Cybersecurity / Network Consultant
- Cybersecurity / Network Manager
- Cloud Computing Specialist
As technology continues to advance, the demand for skilled professionals in these roles will remain high. By enrolling in our program, you'll gain the necessary expertise and qualifications to excel in these exciting career opportunities.
