As the economy is slowly bouncing back, many companies are starting to regain their confidence and hire qualified workers - which is good news for those who are interested in working in the technology sector. According to Virgina Business, Harris Corporation recently announced its plan to expand its cyber-security business, which would create 100 high-tech jobs in Virginia. Most of these jobs will be at the company’s Harrisonburg facility. The company currently employs 1,900 people in Virginia, most of which are in Lynchburg. "Virginia’s economic incentives and business climate allow Harris to make this kind of substantial long-term investment with confidence," Dale Meyerrose, vice president and general manager of Harris Cyber Integrated Solutions, said in a statement. "This project will add jobs in the state of Virginia and add value for our customers while improving their cyber capabilities." Harris is receiving a sales tax exemption for equipment and assets through the Virginia Retail Sales and Use Tax bill, according to the news source. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the employment of people working in cyber technology is expected to grow by 30% between 2008 and 2018.  |