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Are you a high school student looking for cybersecurity information and resources to be successful? Do you have what it takes to combat cybercrime?
Almost everything we do connects to the internet, but our line of defense against possible cyber threats is limited due to a lack of cybersecurity professionals. Are you ready to protect our nation’s infrastructure? Get started today!
Cybersecurity (definition): the practice of protecting networks, systems, programs, and data from criminal or unauthorized use.
Did You Know there are over 3.4 million open cybersecurity positions around the world? Our nation needs qualified, capable cybersecurity professionals to combat cybercrime and protect our country’s critical infrastructure.
With so many college degree programs and career options out there for high school students to consider, it can be difficult to choose the right route for your future. Check out the table below to compare the years in school and starting salary possibilities to potential career paths you may be interested in and see how cybersecurity ranks among the most popular.
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Learn more about schools offering cybersecurity scholarships!
Looking for more ways to get involved in cybersecurity online in your community? With opportunities available across the country, there is always something exciting going on in cyber. Check out the list below to explore more ways to expand your cybersecurity knowledge and skills.
Download Cyber Games & Videos!
Join Clubs
Participate in Camps & Competitions 
Cybersecurity is not just hackers in hoodies sitting in a dark room.
Cybersecurity careers are also about communicating your findings, managing teams and tasks, and being creative. Our country needs individuals with cybersecurity skills at all levels of every organization, in all industries, from finance to healthcare to entertainment.
Check out the profiles below to learn more about your cybersecurity career options!
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