{"id":7001,"date":"2025-12-03T14:58:00","date_gmt":"2025-12-03T20:58:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dunwoody.edu\/news\/?p=7001"},"modified":"2025-12-15T15:32:56","modified_gmt":"2025-12-15T21:32:56","slug":"careers-in-cybersecurity-are-in-demand","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dunwoody.edu\/news\/2025\/careers-in-cybersecurity-are-in-demand\/","title":{"rendered":"Cybersecurity careers are In-demand"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>You may have heard that\u00a0cybersecurity is one of the best fields for hiring right now. And that&#8217;s true: the U.S Bureau of Labor Statistics, which tracks occupational outlooks, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bls.gov\/ooh\/computer-and-information-technology\/information-security-analysts.htm\">reports that<\/a> &#8220;employment of information security analysts [cybersecurity professionals] is projected to grow 29 percent from 2024 to 2034, much faster than the average for all occupations.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But what is\u00a0cybersecurity? And how do you become a\u00a0cybersecurity professional?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is Cybersecurity<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Often called Information Security Analysts\/Officers, professionals in the field protect and defend an organization\u2019s computer systems from data breaches and cyberattacks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Data and network security is one of the most critical issues facing companies and government agencies today. Hacked systems, ransom ware, data leaks, and more can cause damage to both an organization&#8217;s operations and their reputation. Cybersecurity professionals work in the world of modern cyber warfare, investigating attacks and intrusions mitigating risks, and prioritizing IT investments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Information Security Officers work in the world of cybersecurity, monitoring, defending, and diagnosing computer systems, networks, and programs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Cybersecurity careers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>From Fortune 500 companies to government agencies, Information Security Officers are in high demand to protect and defend critical IT systems and infrastructure. In fact, the demand for cybersecurity professionals is at an all-time high and expected to grow by 24 percent during the next seven years in Minnesota.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Who is a good fit for cybersecurity careers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This career is for people who are interested in a career as a digital detective, protecting data and company resources. They want to understand not just computer networking systems, but how hackers may gain access to those systems to steal information. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are interested in technology and enjoy solving puzzles or playing video or board games that require quick assessment and decision making, this may be a good career track for you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to get a career in cybersecurity<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Dunwoody offers several pathways into the profession through its bachelor\u2019s completion degree in <a href=\"https:\/\/dunwoody.edu\/computer\/cybersecurity\/\"><strong>Cybersecurity<\/strong><\/a>. Students who already have a degree in computer networking can transfer their credits into the program. Students without a previous degree can enroll in&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/dunwoody.edu\/computer\/computer-networking-systems\/\"><strong>Computer Networking Systems<\/strong><\/a>,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/dunwoody.edu\/computer\/cloud-engineering-technology\/\"><strong>Cloud Engineering Technology<\/strong><\/a>, or&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/dunwoody.edu\/computer\/web-programming-database-development\/\"><strong>Web Programming &amp; Database Development<\/strong><\/a>, which all transfer directly into the Cybersecurity degree. The program is perfect for working adults since online classes are offered in the evenings with one synchronous class per week.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Coursework includes systems and software security, scripting for cyber professionals, forensics for networks and operating systems, cyber warfare, business for cybersecurity, data protection laws, and risk mitigation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Center for <strong>Cybersecurity<\/strong> and Cloud Engineering<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Dunwoody&#8217;s Center for Cybersecurity and Cloud Engineering includes a high-tech cyber range, which allows students and professionals to conduct cyber-attack simulations using real-world scenarios, including physical systems using Internet of Things (IoT) technologies.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>ABOUT DUNWOODY<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Founded in 1914, Dunwoody College of Technology is the only private, not-for-profit technical college in the Upper Midwest. Having provided hands-on, applied technical education to more than 250,000 individuals, Dunwoody is the college for experimenters and makers, a place where the curious and the confident learn by doing. Located in Minneapolis, Dunwoody offers a unique campus experience in dedicated labs, studios, and shops that treats students like future professionals from day one. With certificates, associate\u2019s, and bachelor\u2019s degrees in more than 40 majors \u2013 including engineering, robotics, design and other STEM-related fields \u2013 Dunwoody challenges students to come determined and graduate destined.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>More information on Dunwoody can be found at&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/dunwoody.edu\/\">www.dunwoody.edu<\/a>&nbsp;or by following Dunwoody on&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/dunwoodycollege\/\">Facebook<\/a>,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/dunwoodycollege\/\">Instagram<\/a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/school\/32162?pathWildcard=32162\">LinkedIn<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>You may have heard that\u00a0cybersecurity is one of the best fields for hiring right now. 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