Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance at Northern Virginia Community College in Annandale, VA

Computer & Information Sciences ASSOCIATE CIP 11.1003

Total Graduates

605

Class of 2025

Male Graduates

73%

444 of 605

Female Graduates

27%

161 of 605

Annual Tuition & Fees

$5,891

In-state, incl. fees

Program Overview

Program Details

Program Name Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance.
Degree Level ASSOCIATE
CIP Code 11.1003
Program Family Computer & Information Sciences

Recent Outcomes

Total Completions 605 graduates
Award Year 2025
Gender Distribution 73% male, 27% female

Verified Program Outcomes

Completion and employment results reported to the U.S. Department of Labor for Northern Virginia Community College programs on the state Eligible Training Provider List. Missing values ("—") mean the state suppressed or did not report that metric — they never mean zero.

ProgramCompletion rateEmployed 6 mo after exitEmployed 1 yr after exitMedian quarterly earnings
CompTIA Security+ Prep94%50%64%$13,057
AWS Cloud Practitioner96%53%58%$14,323
CompTIA Network+ Prep98%56%64%$12,896
AWS Certified Solutions Architect (Associate)96%38%55%$10,769
CompTIA IT Fundamentals100%———

In the CompTIA Security+ Prep program at Northern Virginia Community College, 50% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 94% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $13,057 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).

In the AWS Cloud Practitioner program at Northern Virginia Community College, 53% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 96% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $14,323 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).

In the CompTIA Network+ Prep program at Northern Virginia Community College, 56% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 98% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $12,896 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).

In the AWS Certified Solutions Architect (Associate) program at Northern Virginia Community College, 38% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 96% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $10,769 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).

In the CompTIA IT Fundamentals program at Northern Virginia Community College, 100% completed the program (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).

Source: U.S. Department of Labor, WIOA participant outcomes (trainingproviderresults.gov), PY 2023.

Career Outcomes for Graduates

Primary Career Path

Average Starting Salary

$171,200

10-Year Job Growth

+15.2%

Career Readiness Score

70/100
100% Program Match

Related Career Paths

Showing top 5 of 9 careers
Career Title Starting Salary Growth Rate Skill Match Mapping
$136,960+15.2%
75%
primary100% confidence
$104,312+11.9%
75%
primary100% confidence
$58,672+1.8%
75%
primary100% confidence
$83,696-0.7%
75%
primary100% confidence
Database Architects SOC: 15-1243
$108,784+8.7%
75%
primary100% confidence

Salary Progression

Starting Salary

$128,400

Peak Salary

$214,000

Total Growth

+67%

Skills You'll Gain

✓ Skills Covered in Program (10)

● Critical Thinking
● Active Listening
● Reading Comprehension
● Speaking
● Judgment and Decision Making
● Monitoring
● Complex Problem Solving
● Coordination
● Writing
● Social Perceptiveness

ℹ Career Preparation

This program covers the essential skills needed for your target career.

Career Readiness Assessment

Technical Skills Alignment

75%

Education Level Match

85%

Note: Career outcomes and salary data are based on national averages and industry projections. Actual results may vary based on location, experience, and individual circumstances.

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Institution

Location Annandale, VA

Cost Information

In-State Tuition and Fees $5,891
Out-of-State Tuition and Fees $12,410
Average Net Price $9,627

Program Information

CIP Code: 11.1003
CIP Family: 11
IPEDS ID:
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