Prepare for a Lucrative Career In Cybersecurity

Cyber security is a dynamic career pathway. Everywhere around us we see an increasing need for a well-prepared Cyber security workforce. It is estimated that, nationally, there are over 744,000 jobs available, and that number is projected to increase. With such a large demand, there are also many exciting opportunities to explore new technologies, engage in creative problem solving with an analytical mindset, work in just about any industry (e.g., national defense, finance and banking, health care and medicine, energy, and fashion), and, equally exciting, work just about anywhere in the world. 

 Cyber security is one of the fastest growing and highest paying career fields for the next decade. Those who enter the cyber security workforce will be on the forefront in protecting all aspects of our daily lives - our cell phones and personal computers, our increasing use of digital technologies, our need for power to operate these devices – and so much more - from the ever-increasing threat of cyber criminals whose damage is estimated to be ~7 trillion dollars by 2025. 

 Both industry and government are looking for a diverse group of cyber professionals including women and underrepresented populations who are interested in pursuing this career pathway upon completion of their BS and/or MS degree and a cybersecurity certificate in FAU’s exciting program of study. 

Defeating cybercriminals who present the   greatest challenge to every citizen, company   and government in the world   Using and creating new technologies in a   team effort to thwart cyberattacks   Contributing to the industry of   your choice: finance, health, transportation,   energy, fashion, social media, and marketing   Quickly evolving field so you’ll never be   bored   Multiple types of positions:  

• Cybersecurity Analyst  
  
• Software Developer  
  
• Penetration and Vulnerability tester  
  
• Network or Systems Engineer  
  
• Information Security Analyst/Engineer  

Dynamic career pathway  
High demand for professionals  
Highest starting salaries  
Nationally – 744,000 jobs  
Statewide – 36,000 jobs  

Contact Us  

Address: 777 Glades Rd, Boca Raton, FL 33431 

For an Undergraduate Certificate in Cyber Security  
Contact: Teresa Perez at mtperez@fau.edu  

To learn about the Cyber Security initiative  
Contact: Dr. Nancy Romance at romance@fau.edu or call Judy Kaczmarek at 561-297-3795  

For a Graduate Certificate  in Cyber Security
Contact: Jean Mangiaracina at jmangiar@fau.edu  

  www.fau.edu/cybersecurity