Programs preparing individuals to apply IT solutions including infrastructure, security, and user support.
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 Information Technology 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 Network Support Specialists SOC 15-1232 | 15.0% | +2% | $62,760 | Medium |
Computer Occupations, All Other SOC 15-1299 | 22.0% | +15% | $98,740 | Medium |
