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Network/Computer Security Technician
One of the Hottest Careers in the U.S.
For today’s organizations, security and data privacy are critical. As a part of the security team, you help protect the computer software and hardware that links the organization’s employees, suppliers, clients, and consumers. Your work is often varied — educating users, installing security software, troubleshooting, monitoring networks for security breaches, or responding to cyber attacks.
Baker offers everything you need to succeed as a Security Technician. Our class sizes are small, and taught by working IT professionals, so you have lots of opportunities for one-on-one interaction and learning. Plus, your classroom instruction is enhanced with an externship, ensuring you have the hands-on training and specialized knowledge required to design, manage, and secure data and computer networks. You will be fully prepared to take certification exams that make you more marketable in the tech field.
– Morris Fulcher Campus Associate Dean, Computer Information SystemsYou will do labs, you will get real-life situations rather than just sitting at a desk in the classroom.
Career Facts
- The average annual wage for Network Security Technicians is $38,000.
- Employment for Network Security Technicians is expected to increase by 27 percent by 2016, which is much faster than average.
- Troubleshooting and providing assistance are an important part of the job, and require good problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
- Methods and software for securing data and computer networks will continue to improve. To remain competitive, Technicians must keep knowledge and skills up-to-date.
- On-the-job experience opens the door to expanded opportunities in management of network security operations or other careers in information technology.
Want to get the ball rolling?
Everything about our college is aimed at getting you the job you want in the shortest time possible — from our affordable tuition, to how we choose our programs, to our small class sizes, and flexible class schedules.
Discover what Baker can do for your future. Schedule a visit or enroll online today.
