Digital Security employment hype from the top down..

 "America's economic prosperity in the 21st century will depend on cybersecurity."  was stated when, by whom and at what location?

The same person stated "cyber threat is one of the most serious economic and national security challenges we face"

Can we really believe a lawyer turned politician?
According to the data extracted from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the following career choices would provide present and future employment opportunities but my years of experience will not allow me to agree.

A) Computer systems analyst
Reviewing the requirements and needs of a organization to determine the best digital infrastructure seems great when the organization is getting started. But how does this position sustain relevant over time?

Common responsibilities include choosing software and equipment, customizing applications, and configuring networks. Last but not least, it's often their job to protect their company's electronic information from threats such as viruses, spyware and unauthorized access. Since 2008, computer systems analysts earned an average annual salary of $80,300. Employment is expected to increase by 20 percent between 2010 and 2016.

B) Software engineer

Whether it's available to consumers or custom-designed for a specific organization, security software protects data, creates firewalls and detects malicious code but many companies have built a business model to give businesses and the government a false sense of security. Don't expect money to continue to be poured into security software development. That's where software engineers need to avoid unless they plan to exploit the shortcomings of the major security software providers. To get into the field, you can join a good gray market company or seek a  bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or some information communication technology oriented discipline. If you want to specialize in security software, take courses on topics like systems design, information security, database systems, cryptography, intrusion detection and computer ethics.  Software engineers salaries have dropped over the years but some media outlets are still estimating a growth in coming years.

C) Computer forensic investigator

Computer forensics is the science of extracting and analyzing evidence from computers, networks, hard drives, disks and other digital storage media. Some computer forensic investigators work in police departments, while others are independent consultants or part of a private detective agency. In addition to recovering data, they prepare reports and testify in court about their methods and findings. The job opening does not appear to match the hype and the stories told about serial killers being captured after 10 to 20 years based on digital technologies used are merely stories to justify law enforcement seizure of criminals assets. The criminal worlds is using the same technology as the rest of society is using with the same bugs, viruses, worms, encrpytions and coding so don't believe all that you read on this subject.



D) Computer security specialist

You'll have to undergo a rigorous background check if you apply for a government position, so now might be a good time to bid your peer-to-peer network. Because technology is constantly evolving and new threats are always on the horizon, even the most seasoned computer security specialists should get up to speed periodically through continuing education. Many online education programs offer relevant courses.

Otherwise, you can prepare with a bachelor's degree in computer science or even accounting, since computer-based investigations often involve fraud, embezzlement, money laundering and other illegal transactions.

These days, companies, individuals and government agencies are becoming increasingly misguided with cybersecurity. Criminal activity on the Internet, including identity theft and illegal downloading, continues to proliferate. Unfortunately these reasons are used to lure people into believing computer security employment is a future trend for employment.

It seems everyone is suggesting that new recruits will be spread across the various agencies of the Department of Homeland Security, where they'll protect government Web sites and networks from viruses, espionage and other cyberattacks. Many recruits will be need in the utilities sector due to the digital technologies being employed and projected.