Cyber Security Technician

Cyber Security Technician

Cyber Security Technician

Job description:

Lead the war against hackers. Evaluate, recommend, install and use microcomputer hardware and software applications in the business environment for information security, information assurance, protection against computer intrusions, and to minimize risk to sensitive data.

Entry-level salary range:

$12.80 - $19.90/hour – Certificate option
$12.50 - $36.00/hour – Associate degree

Local employment outlook:

The current global digital environment has created a high demand for cyber security and information assurance. The field of computer support specialists in the Tulsa area is expected to experience strong growth through 2008.

Sample course requirements:

Network Fundamentals, Security, Principles of Information Assurance, Secure Electronic Commerce, Network Security, Cyber Forensics

What it takes:

24 credit hours – Certificate of achievement
60 credit hours – Associate degree
(6 - 24 months)