Citrix Systems Announces Expansion, 400 New Jobs in Raleigh
ECPI University Cloud Computing and Cyber and Network Security Graduates Ready to Apply
Citrix Systems has announced it will be expanding its presence in downtown Raleigh, North Carolina, with plans to hire 400 new employees over the next five years. An American multinational software company that provides server, application and desktop virtualization, networking, software as a service, and cloud computing technologies, Citrix will invest an additional $5 million in capital expenditures as part of this expansion.
In a news report by the News & Observer, it was stated that the average salary for the new jobs is expected to be greater than $73,000, far higher than the region’s average annual wage of $52,315. Citrix executive Jesse Lipson says the company’s success in attracting talented employees was the overriding factor in the decision to expand in Raleigh. ECPI University's Raleigh campus might have been one of these factors.
Raleigh, North Carolina is at the center of what’s known as the Research Triangle, a concentration of high-tech companies, think tanks, and educational institutions in a region of more than 2 million people. Among the colleges and universities in this region is ECPI University and its Raleigh campus. ECPI has built a solid reputation as one of the nation’s leading institutions for students pursuing degrees in computer and information systems. During the more than 50 years since we were founded, some of the nation’s largest tech companies look to us to recruit talent.
At ECPI University’s Raleigh campus, there are two degree programs that are well suited for people who may want to work for companies like Citrix Systems: Cloud Computing and Cyber and Network Security.
Through ECPI University’s Cloud Computing program, students can learn how to virtualize servers and clients, create storage solutions, utilize cloud technologies, and deploy thin applications for large, medium, and small organizational networks. Through our hands-on approach, students can get real-world experience:
- Designing and securing fault-tolerant enterprise networks
- Installing and configuring virtual servers and clients
- Using cloud services for storage and virtualization
Our Cyber and Network Security program can teach students how to protect networks and systems from hackers, spyware, and viruses. ECPI University’s program is comprised of entry and advanced level coursework which allow graduates to:
- Administer, manage, or troubleshoot hardware, software, or services for single, mixed and multi-user environments.
- Use cyber security measures to protect data and manage personnel conduct in relation to safeguarding data.
If you think this is the kind of career you’ve been looking for, take some time to get to know ECPI University. Our program is not only hands-on; it also can take less time to complete. Through our year-round, accelerated schedule, you can earn a Bachelor’s degree in in as little as 2.5 years or an Associate’s in just 1.5 years. Want to learn more? Connect with a helpful admissions advisor today!
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