High-demand careers in cybersecurity, coding & data science
There has never been a better time to build a career in technology — and Louisiana needs you.
A field with more jobs than people to fill them
In the United States, a stunning statistic is emerging in Information Technology and Cybersecurity: there are millions of unfilled cybersecurity jobs, corroborated by hundreds of universities, governments, vendors, recruitment firms, and security experts. The top five states for cybersecurity jobs — Virginia, Texas, Colorado, New York, and North Carolina — see average salaries above $100,000.
C.L.I.M.B. is preparing Louisiana’s students and apprentices to step into these roles with confidence.
3.5M+
Unfilled cybersecurity jobs globally
$100K+
Average annual salary for cyber roles
Top 5
States competing for cyber talent
Where C.L.I.M.B. can take you
Cybersecurity Analyst
Monitor networks, detect threats, and defend organizations from attacks. One of the fastest-growing roles in the nation.
Software Developer / Coder
Design and build the applications, websites, and systems that power modern business and government.
Data Scientist
Turn raw data into insight, helping organizations make smarter, evidence-based decisions.
Network & Cloud Engineer
Build and secure the infrastructure that keeps data flowing safely across the internet and the cloud.
Penetration Tester
Think like a hacker to find weaknesses before the bad actors do — an ethical, high-demand specialty.
Security Operations (SOC)
Work on the front lines of a security operations center, responding to incidents in real time.
Ready to start your climb?
Our trainings and Summer Institute are the first step toward a rewarding career in tech.