The Top 15 College Degrees That Will Get You a Highly Paid Job
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13. Information Security
Half of American adults got ‘hacked’ in 2014, so it’s obvious why many businesses are looking to expand their online security measures. To become an information security analyst, you’ll need to get a degree in computer science, cybersecurity or a related field.
Your primary job would be installing software like firewalls to protect a company’s computer networks. This job is more in demand as the threat of cyber-attacks only increases. As an information security analyst, the median salary is $90,120 but pay can vary as governments and private companies both seek workers to fit this role.
