STEAM Jobs You'll Love STEAM Jobs in Cybersecurity

by Cynthia Argentine

Computer hacks and stolen data make headline news. Who understands these attacks? Who works to prevent new ones? Cybersecurity professionals do! In this book, readers in grades 4-8 will explore how STEAM topics—science, technology, engineering, the arts, and math—can lead to a job in this exciting field.

This series introduces readers to careers that rely on science, technology, engineering, art, and/or math (STEAM) skills. Each book provides details that help students make connections between the subjects they are studying, their interests, and the variety of career options available to them. Also includes information about general education requirements and activities for before and after reading

48 pages, Hardcover

Published August 11, 2019

Reviews

[Tracy Richardson]

Very well researched and presented in a lively, entertaining and informative way! So happy to see this kind of book on STEAM jobs for kids to explore!

[Brian Schmidt]

Cybersecurity is an exciting subject and one that is critically important today. This book gives an excellent overview of what cybersecurity is and the different types of jobs in the field.

The book contains an amazing amount of information: how hackers attack systems and steal information or shut down websites, historical examples of hacking, methods used by companies to defend against hacking, tips on how individuals can be more secure online, and the impact of hacking on world politics.

[Mindy Baker]

Technology is everywhere, and as this book explains, the technology field holds many future job opportunities. Jobs such as--a Cybersecurity consultant, Malware analyst, Cyber-Forensic Investigator, Security Software Developer, Information Security Administrator, Cybersecurity Engineer or Architect, Cybersecurity Lawyer, Cryptographer, Cyber Incident Responder, and Penetration Tester. Yet, it can be difficult to explain to kids what exactly those jobs are. This book does a wonderful job of breaking down complex ideas into understandable language for young readers. It would make a great addition to any classroom library, as it will help students understand and become interested in future job opportunities in the cybersecurity field. In addition, there is a fascinating two page spread about the large security breaches that have occurred in recent years, and the author even included an interview from an expert at Purdue University. The book included a pre-reading assignment for students as well as a post reading comprehension check with extension activity options that teachers are sure to love!

[Mindy Baker]

Technology is everywhere, and as this book explains, the technology field holds many future job opportunities. Jobs such as--a Cybersecurity consultant, Malware analyst, Cyber-Forensic Investigator, Security Software Developer, Information Security Administrator, Cybersecurity Engineer or Architect, Cybersecurity Lawyer, Cryptographer, Cyber Incident Responder, and Penetration Tester. Yet, it can be difficult to explain to kids what exactly those jobs are. This book does a wonderful job of breaking down complex ideas into understandable language for young readers. It would make a great addition to any classroom library, as it will help students understand and become interested in future job opportunities in the cybersecurity field.
In addition, there is a fascinating two page spread about the large security breaches that have occurred in recent years, and the author even included an interview from an expert at Purdue University. The book includes a pre-reading assignment for students as well as a post reading comprehension check and extension activity options that teachers are sure to love!