Cybersecurity Careers & Outcomes
Enter the workforce with confidence upon completion of a Cybersecurity degree from Minnesota State Moorhead. The theoretical and practical knowledge in Cybersecurity and emphasis on Secure Software Development will make you uniquely qualified for any number of positions in the workforce.
The field is projected to grow 33 percent through 2030, which is far greater than the projected growth for other occupations. Based on the most recent data by LMIwise, the current demand for individuals with skills in Computer and Information Systems Security is currently only met at 34 percent in Minnesota, meaning you’ll be highly sought after upon graduation.
Cybersecurity College to Career Map
What can I do with a major in Cybersecurity?
Customize Your Degree With a Minor
Your major builds strong technical skills. Adding a minor can help you broaden your expertise and explore technology career paths that match your interests.
Students in Computer Science, Computer Information Systems (CIS), Computer Information Technology (CIT), and Cybersecurity often choose minors in areas like business, data analysis, communication, or design to complement their technology background.
Explore minors that support different technology career interests:
Startups & Technology Leadership
Students interested in launching startups, developing new technology products, or leading technical teams often benefit from building strong business, strategy, and leadership skills alongside their technical expertise.
Career interests may include:
Startups • Product Development • Tech Leadership • Consulting
Minors that support this path:
Data Science & AI
Careers in data science and artificial intelligence focus on analyzing data, building predictive models, and developing intelligent systems that support decision-making and automation.
Career interests may include:
Data Science • Business Intelligence • Machine Learning • AI • Software Engineering
Minors that support this path:
IT Management & Project Leadership
Technology projects require leaders who understand both technical systems and organizational operations. These roles often involve managing teams, coordinating projects, and improving business processes.
Career interests may include:
IT Management • Operations • Project Leadership
Minors that support this path:
Technology Consulting & Sales
Client-facing technology roles focus on helping organizations understand, implement, and use technology solutions. Strong communication, business knowledge, and technical understanding are key skills in these careers.
Career interests may include:
Client-Facing Roles • Tech Sales • Technology Training
Minors that support this path:
Cyber Policy & Risk Management
Cybersecurity professionals in policy and risk roles focus on protecting organizations by developing security strategies, managing risk, ensuring compliance, and investigating cyber incidents.
Career interests may include:
Cyber Policy • Risk Management • Compliance • Government • Digital Forensics
Minors that support this path:
- Political Science
- *Double major in Cybercrime or Criminal Justice
UX/UI Design & User Experience
User experience roles focus on designing technology that is intuitive, accessible, and user-centered. These careers combine technical development with research, design, and an understanding of human behavior.
Career interests may include:
UX/UI Design • Front-End Development • User Research
Minors that support this path:
Minors are optional and should be selected in consultation with an academic advisor based on your academic and career goals.