Programs preparing individuals to protect information systems, networks, and data from cyber threats.
How resistant the typical career paths are to automation by AI and robotics, based on O*NET task analysis.
Projected employment growth from the Bureau of Labor Statistics 10-year occupational outlook.
Median salary potential relative to the national median, indicating economic stability.
Number of distinct career paths available to graduates, providing economic optionality.
Ability to leverage AI as a productivity tool rather than being displaced by it.
These are the primary occupations linked to a Cybersecurity degree via the NCES CIP-SOC crosswalk, with O*NET and BLS data for each.
| Occupation | Automation Risk | Job Growth | Median Salary | AI Exposure |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Information Security Analysts SOC 15-1212 | 3.0% | +32% | $120,360 | Low |
Computer Occupations, All Other SOC 15-1299 | 22.0% | +15% | $98,740 | Medium |
