Want a Career in National Security? Here's the Degree Employers Are Looking For
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This episode discusses the essential degree for careers in national security and how students are preparing for future roles in the field.
Interested in a career in cybersecurity, AI, data science, or national security? In this episode of ClearedCast, we sit down with Meagan Zinnert, Program Coordinator for the Department of Information Systems at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC), to discuss how today's students are preparing for tomorrow's mission-critical careers. We cover: The difference between information systems, computer science, and cybersecurity Why information systems professionals are critical to national security missions The technical and soft skills employers are looking for today AI's impact on higher education and the future workforce Internships, career pathways, and opportunities in the cleared industry How UMBC is adapting its curriculum to keep pace with emerging technologies Whether you're a student exploring career options, a professional considering graduate school, or an employer interested in the future cleared workforce, this conversation offers valuable insights into where technology—and national security hiring—is headed. 🔗 Learn more about UMBC's Information Systems programs: https://informationsystems.umbc.edu/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more…
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