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Network/Computer Security Technician
One of the Hottest Careers in the U.S.
Network security and data privacy are critical in today’s wired world. As a Security Technician, you work to help protect the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of information used by an organization’s employees, suppliers, clients, and customers. You ensure that data is secure, whether it’s being stored, sent or received.
You may work independently, but more often you’re a member of the security team, so you need to communicate effectively with programmers and managers, as well as users who may not be computer-savvy. Your work can involve any number of responsibilities — educating users, installing security software, troubleshooting, monitoring networks for security breaches, conducting security reviews, or responding to cyber attacks. It’s work that requires good judgment, constant vigilance, continuous learning, and the ability to keep sensitive information confidential.
Success in network and computer security requires specialized knowledge and training — exactly what you get at Baker. You’ll study under professionals who work in the field and, through both classroom studies and externship opportunities, learn how to effectively apply techniques and learning to real-world situations. You’ll have a solid foundation and be fully prepared to take certification exams that make you more marketable in this expanding 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 important parts of the job, and require strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
- Most people in this field work 40 hours a week, but some work 50 hours or more. Technicians may also be required to be “on call” outside of normal business hours to resolve problems.
- 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.
- Advancement is usually through on-the-job experience. There are opportunities in management of network security operations or by specializing in an area such as information systems auditing or digital forensics science.
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