Have you noticed how many stories we’re still seeing about high-profile IT security breaches? All kinds of industries are looking for ways to stop the cyber hackers. And it seems logical that the best person to outsmart a bad guy with skills is a good guy with skills. Maybe the person they’re looking for is you. If you have what it takes to join the ‘white hats’ or ‘ethical hackers’, you just might find the world is at your feet. Here’s why.
1. Cybersecurity experts are in demand
A recent report from Australia’s Cyber Security Sector Competitiveness Plan found that the industry will face a shortage of 3000 cybersecurity workers by 2026. The same report suggests that the number of cyber-attacks in Australia is expected to double over the next five years.
2. The industry is growing fast
The cybersecurity industry is expected to continue growing by 12 percent between now and 2027. Few industries are growing as fast. That spells opportunities for people with the right skills and knowledge.
3. Every industry needs you
Banking, Financial Services and Insurance, IT, Retail, Government, Manufacturing, Travel and Transportation, Healthcare, Energy and Utilities, and many other industries need increasingly robust digital and privacy systems. There’s nothing like feeling wanted.
4. Your piggy bank will thank you
The average salary for a cybersecurity worker in Australia is $120,000 per year, with entry level salaries around $100,000. It’s an important job and companies will pay you well for your skills.
5. Take your job around the world
It’s not just an Australian need. Cybercrime doesn’t respect borders and cybersecurity professionals are in demand worldwide, with an estimated 3.5 million unfilled cybersecurity positions globally. That means you can experience the world as you grow your career.
How to get started
A Diploma of IT from UTS College, your pathway to the University of Technology Sydney (UTS), is also your pathway to a career in cybersecurity or AI. On successful completion of your diploma, you can now enter second year of these IT degrees at UTS:
In most cases, the Diploma of Information Technology at UTS College leads straight to second year* of a corresponding degree at UTS. In addition to the three new articulations, the diploma also leads to Bachelor of Computing Science (Honours), Bachelor of Games Development, Bachelor of Information Technology, Bachelor of Information Technology/Bachelor of Business (combined degree) and Bachelor of Information Technology/Diploma in IT Professional Practice (domestic students only).
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*Based on the diploma duration, course area you choose and successful completion of your diploma.