Cybersecurity
Learn the skills to begin a career building secure systems, protecting information assets and more.
Average earning potential
$60,000
Average completion time
3 years
Career details:
The cybersecurity industry offers students a secure and promising future in a critical field. Baldwin Prep’s Cybersecurity Program prepares students for careers in securing digital networks as well as server- and client-based computer systems. Cyber threats are always present, and careers in cybersecurity safeguard our digital future.
This is a career program designed for students to go directly into the labor market upon completion. Although some of the courses in this program will transfer to four-year institutions, this program is not designed to be a transfer program of study.
Skills students will learn:
- IT Fundamentals
- Software and Hardware Support
- Server Administration
- Cisco Networking
- Ethical Hacking
Future careers & income opportunities:
| Occupation | Median wage | Avg openings in AL |
|---|---|---|
| Cyber Security Specialist | $70,071 | 135 |
| Software Engineer | $69,645 | 245 |
| IT Support Specialist | $39,691 | 170 |
Post secondary options:
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Associates degrees
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Bachelors degrees
- Cybersecurity
- Computer Programming
- Computer Engineer
- Cybersecurity
- Computer Programming
- Computer Engineer
- Computer Science
Dual enrollment courses for high school and college credit:
- Intro to Information Systems**
- IT Fundamentals
- Software Support
- Hardware Support
- Microcomputer Applications**
- Cisco CCNA I, II, & III
- Server Administration**
- Network Security
- Ethical Hacking
- Cybersecurity Electives**
* Dual Enrollment Courses are offered through Coastal Alabama Community College and allows students to earn a short term certificate in Automotive Technology (STC-ASE)
** Denotes courses required to earn Applied Associates Degree