Product managers
Good fit if you ...enjoy solving problems and working toward measurable outcomes.
$108,200/yrBachelor's in Business, Finance, or related field | MBA or professional certification (…↑ Above Average
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Information security analysts
Good fit if you …like learning by doing (projects).
Typical pay
$124,910/yr
Education
Associate/Bachelor’s common | Certs (Security+, Network+, etc.) strongly valued
Outlook
⇧ Strong
Why this matters in Gaming
Studios are businesses that need product, data, and security talent.
What you’d actually do
Common daily work includes planning tasks, using role-specific tools, collaborating with a team, solving problems as they appear, and documenting results so others can build on the work.
You might like this career if…
- tools
What can I do right now?
- Take relevant classes. 2) Join an activity/club. 3) Build 2–3 small projects. 4) Get feedback from a pro. 5) Add one credential or micro-course. 6) Apply for a summer experience (draft).
How this career can grow
Many careers advance from entry-level assistant/technician roles → specialist → lead/supervisor → manager/director. Leadership, credentials, and strong results accelerate growth (draft).
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Network engineers
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