Security Careers in Information Technology

If you're interested in network security, consider getting specialized career training for one of the following jobs:

• Network and computer systems administrators: While these professionals run an organization's network systems, helping the business organize and link its data collections, they may also be involved in network security--keeping information safe.
• Computer security specialists: They create and establish an organization's computer security efforts, educating employees about network security, fixing security breaches, and installing security software.
• Computer systems software engineers: These computer specialists design and develop systems software for business, medical, scientific, and other applications. Much of the software they develop takes security measures to keep networks safe.

Security Job Opportunities and Earning Potential
There are a variety of college degrees (including online degrees) and certification programs to help you meet your goals. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, all three of these career fields should continue to experience employment growth. Network and computer systems administrators and computer security specialists earned a median annual salary of $66,310, while computer systems software engineers earned $92,430.