Cybersecurity
Cybersecurity
HCC is the regional leader in cybersecurity programming, and the National Security Agency and the Department of Homeland Security have designated HCC as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense (CAE-CD) through academic year 2026. Cybersecurity is the body of technologies, processes, and practices designed to protect networks, computers, programs, and data from attack, damage, or unauthorized access. In a computing context, the term “security” implies cybersecurity. Employment in cybersecurity is projected to grow 32 percent from 2018 to 2028, much faster than the average for all occupations. Demand for cybersecurity is expected to be very high, as these analysts will be needed to create innovative solutions to prevent hackers from stealing critical information or causing problems for computer networks.
Program Options
Program Resources
- Center for Cybersecurity
- Cybersecurity/IT Employer List
- HCC's Cybersecurity Program Receives National Designation
- Program membership in CyberWatch
- Designation as a National Centers of Academic Excellence Community (CAE-Cyber Defense, CAE-CD)
- Information Technology Association (ITA)
Career Outlook
$86K
Median annual salary for computer & information technology occupations
12%
Growth in employment over next 10 years
546,200
New computer & IT jobs over next 10 years
$98K
Median annual salary for information security analysts
Meet the Faculty
HCC's faculty bring a strong educational background and industry experience to the classroom. View the Faculty and Staff Directory.
HCC's faculty bring a strong educational background and industry experience to the classroom. View the Faculty and Staff Directory.
Center for Cybersecurity
HCC Center for Cybersecurity works to advance the practice and public awareness of information technology (IT) security through education and service.
HCC Center for Cybersecurity works to advance the practice and public awareness of information technology (IT) security through education and service.