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Careers in cybersecurity
- CyberPatriot teams formed in Compton to expand Black students' access to cybersecurity training.
- The article argues there are many open cybersecurity jobs and low unemployment in the field.
- CyberPatriot focuses on defensive security and teaching students to harden systems.
- Educators say early exposure helps Black students pursue IT careers despite underrepresentation.
- Participants can enter cybersecurity via self-study, bootcamps, or certifications, not only college degrees.
- CyberPatriot competitions inspire K-12 students toward cybersecurity and STEM.
- The program demonstrates real career pathways, including internships at Boeing for a high school student.
- The effort seeks to diversify the tech workforce by increasing access for African American students.
- Educators emphasize the low unemployment in cybersecurity and high salaries as incentives.
- The article notes that many students enter cybersecurity with high school training before college.
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