Honest Opinion Please - Current Network Security IT?

In the field of Information Technology-Network Security and Computer Forensics, what is the probability of someone obtaining a job (in two years) in this area if he/she were to get an ociates degree in this rea? Even if that person has no prior experience? With the economy the way it is, Is there a job market for this in all states? What is the entry level salary? Is it an advisable career path to travel down?