Cyber & AI Careers for Portales High School Students

You don't need a 4-year degree to build a big future. You need curiosity, consistency, and a path.

The Opportunity

Why Cyber & AI Need You

The skills gap is real. The demand is high. The pay is great. And you can do it from Portales.

3.5M+

Unfilled cybersecurity jobs worldwide by 2025

$60k-$200k+

Entry to senior salary ranges (no degree required)

Remote

Work from Portales for companies nationwide

Cannon AFB is right down the road. ENMU offers cybersecurity courses if you want to combine education with certs. But you don't need either to start. You just need to start.

Find Your Path

Choose Your Lane

There's a place in cyber for every type of person. Which one fits you?

Defender

Monitor, protect, and respond. You're the first line of defense.

Investigator

Dig deep, find evidence, solve digital mysteries.

Ethical Hacker

Break in (with permission) to help, not harm.

Builder

Create AI-powered solutions and automate everything.

No College? No Problem.

A 4-year degree is one path, not the only path. Many of the highest-paid cybersecurity professionals started with certs, labs, and real-world projects. You can too.

For Parents & Teachers

Cybersecurity is stable, growing, and doesn't require a 4-year degree to start. Learn what it actually is, why it's a great career, and how to support students who are interested.