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[quote=Anonymous]I’d be hesitant to recommend majoring in something too narrow like cybersecurity or data science. Those are really job categories, not broad academic foundations, and the specific tools change all the time. A stronger approach is to major in something like computer science, IT, or even electrical engineering. Those degrees give a base of theory and problem-solving that can be applied anywhere in tech, and then your child can specialize through certifications (CISSP, Security+, etc.), internships, or grad programs. Employers often prefer that mix of broad technical foundation plus certifications that prove up-to-date knowledge.

Think of what happened with government workers who majored in very specific fields like policy or political science. Many of them ended up stuck or unemployed when those niches dried up. If instead they had studied something portable like economics or business, they would still have been eligible for the same jobs but would also have had options outside government. The same applies here: a broad degree keeps doors open, while a narrow one can lock you in.

This is even more true now with AI. Many of the entry-level tasks in cybersecurity and data science are already being automated. Intrusion detection, vulnerability scanning, data cleaning, and model building can often be done with AI-driven tools. That makes narrow majors riskier because the specialized skills they focus on can become obsolete quickly. What will still be valuable are the people with deep CS or engineering backgrounds who can design new systems, solve complex problems, and adapt as the tools change.

Cybersecurity is still a strong career field with solid salaries. AI will change the work, but it will not remove the need. Every new technology creates new vulnerabilities. The safest bet is a broad, solid technical major that builds long-term flexibility, and then specialize as the industry evolves.[/quote]

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