Network Security Graduate Making the Most of Each Day
Key Takeaways
Network security graduates from ECPI University pursue diverse and lucrative career paths in cybersecurity across multiple industries and specializations. The strong demand for security professionals creates abundant opportunities for salary growth and career advancement in this critical field.
- Entry-level positions include Data Center Engineer, Information Security Analyst, Penetration Tester, and Systems Administrator
- Virginia leads national employment in cybersecurity with 11,010 specialists earning median salaries of $106,320
- Information Security Analyst positions are projected to grow 18 percent through 2024, 2.5x the national average
- ECPI's 2.5-year bachelor's degree program accelerates entry into high-demand cybersecurity careers
- Career growth potential with specialized credentials and experience in emerging security domains
Half way through the program, Chris became very ill, was diagnosed with stage 2 cancer and was forced to withdraw from school. This experience would be terrifying for anyone but was especially so for someone so young. After a six month hiatus, Chris returned to class with a new found drive and maturity seldom found in people his age; and his performance during the last half of his program foreshadowed coming success.
After completing his externship in 2010, Chris interviewed for a position on campus, and it was quickly apparent to all concerned that he stood head and shoulders above all other candidates. “Chris has a fantastic combination of people skills, abilities and motivation,” says Help Desk Administrator Supervisor Mike Martin. “He comes to my office and says ‘hey Mike, I was thinking….,’ and what follows is almost always a great idea for improving our operations or his own performance. He is truly an outstanding employee.”
With a talent for troubleshooting, this Help Desk Administrator is always searching for solutions. Possessed of the “I want to do more” attitude, Chris is the personable face of IT that students and faculty meet. Some of his duties include helping with password resets, phone support and software/hardware maintenance campus-wide. It is his enthusiasm for going beyond what is required, however, that makes him exceptional.
Quiet and understated, Chris becomes animated when discussing some of the money-saving work-overs he has implemented at the Charlotte campus, claiming he is just “tinkering here and there.” One of his more notable projects is the configuration and installation of FOG, a program that can distribute and install software to all the school computers simultaneously and remotely. FOG eliminates the need to service each machine separately, saving time and money. For a campus that uses extensive technology in addition to computers, streamlining maintenance and troubleshooting service adds up fast. Chris Lassiter is an example of the enthusiasm, dedication and pursuit of excellence that ECPI students bring with them. His advice to new students: Don’t get behind and don’t miss class!
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