Discover your IS/IT career path—then set it in motion
The ISACA Student Hub is here to help college students and career changers explore, define, activate and accelerate their IS/IT careers.
- Find your career path
- Discover entry-level training
- Get involved in our student community
- Leverage ISACA member benefits
Where does your career journey begin?
From fundamental courses to advanced certifications, ISACA’s resources empower you to level up your career over time. Explore an overview of ISACA’s five IS/IT domains below, and further learning in our Fundamental Training tab. As you grow, you will discover that earning ISACA certifications can unleash greater earning power.
Avg. Entry-Level Salary: US$74k*
IT auditing evaluates systems, operations and infrastructure to ensure alignment with standards, goals, regulations and minimizing risks.
Avg. Entry-Level Salary: US$75k*
IT governance ensures effective management of resources, aligns IT with goals, minimizes risks, and ensures accountability and compliance.
Avg. Entry-Level Salary: US$82k*
Privacy in IS/IT protects sensitive information from unauthorized access, ensuring data is handled ethically, legally and securely.
Avg. Entry-Level Salary: US$89k*
An IT risk professional identifies, assesses, and mitigates IT risks, ensuring the organization’s security, compliance and operational integrity.
Avg. Entry-Level Salary: US$94k*
IS/IT security professionals protect systems, data, and networks from cyber threats, unauthorized access and breaches to ensure security.
*All salary medians reflect those within the United States as of March 2026, according to ziprecruiter.com. Salary estimates were rounded to the closest 4th digit (thousands).
Need to learn AI? (Of course!)
Stay ahead of AI with ISACA’s AI training and insights in governance, audit, risk, ethics and more. We even offer an AI Fundamental Certificate for rising professionals looking to quickly validate their AI skills.
Unlock ISACA’s student-member advantage
At only US$25 a year*, an ISACA student membership gives you exclusive access to community, savings, credentials and networking needed to build a strong foundation for a thriving IS/IT career.
*Plus local chapter dues
Get access. Gain an edge.
ISACA’s student member benefits can grow your skills, expand your network and increase your earning power while delivering deep discounts that greatly exceed the annual US$25 membership fee.
Gain the guidance and advice to accelerate your skills development and professional growth.
EXPLORE MENTORSHIP
Explore career opportunities tailored for IS/IT professionals at every stage of their career journey.
EXPLORE CAREER CENTER
Unleash insights from award-winning authors, industry thought leaders, game changers and groundbreakers.
EXPLORE MEMBER EXPERIENCE LEADERSHIP SERIES
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EXPLORE EXAM PREPValidate your knowledge. Elevate your career.
Did you know 88% of employers say credentials strengthen a candidate’s application?* ISACA’s fundamental courses and credentials help professionals gain the foundational knowledge needed for many entry-level roles. Plus, they start your journey towards higher-level credentials that ultimately lead to the most advanced certifications in the industry.
*Source: blog.coursera.org
ISACA’S CISA ASSOCIATE DESIGNATION
The CISA Associate designation recognizes rising professionals who have passed the CISA exam, but don’t yet have the professional experience required for a CISA certification. Watch the video and see if a CISA Associate is right for you!
Network. Support. Engage. Advance.
ISACA offers students, young professionals and career changers opportunities to connect, support, and grow. Discover the numerous ways you can meet with those at similar points in their career and how, together, we can advance the next generation of IS/IT professionals.
Apply for a scholarship
Awarding approximately 200 scholarships in 20+ countries each year, the ISACA Foundation’s scholarship program helps bridge this gap by equipping the next generation of professionals with essential resources to launch their careers.
Join or form a student group
An ISACA Student Group (ISG) is an officially recognized club or organization within a college or university that is affiliated with ISACA. ISGs provide an opportunity for students interested in IS/IT fields to connect, learn, and collaborate.
Meet professionals in your area
ISACA’s local chapters are regional branches of the global ISACA organization that provide support, resources, and networking opportunities for IS/IT professionals at every career stage.
Get involved with SheLeadsTech
SheLeadsTech empowers women and allies to build skills, advance careers, and drive change in the digital trust profession.
Discover volunteer opportunities
Volunteering is a great way to meet ISACA member in your region through shared interests and causes! ISACA offers a wide range of volunteering opportunities, including ISACA’s CommunITy Day - our annual giveback day!
Join the conversation
The Professional Development forum on ISACA’s Engage platform is a dedicated online community designed for early-career professionals in the fields of IT governance, cybersecurity, audit, risk management, and related areas.
