EPISODE · Jul 16, 2026 · 27 MIN
Want a Career in National Security? Here's the Degree Employers Are Looking For
from Security Clearance Careers Podcast
Interested in a career in cybersecurity, AI, data science, or national security? In this episode of ClearedCast, we sit down with Meagan Zinnert, Program Coordinator for the Department of Information Systems at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC), to discuss how today's students are preparing for tomorrow's mission-critical careers.We cover:The difference between information systems, computer science, and cybersecurityWhy information systems professionals are critical to national security missionsThe technical and soft skills employers are looking for todayAI's impact on higher education and the future workforceInternships, career pathways, and opportunities in the cleared industryHow UMBC is adapting its curriculum to keep pace with emerging technologiesWhether you're a student exploring career options, a professional considering graduate school, or an employer interested in the future cleared workforce, this conversation offers valuable insights into where technology—and national security hiring—is headed.🔗 Learn more about UMBC's Information Systems programs: https://informationsystems.umbc.edu/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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