Cybersecurity - Option

The Cybersecurity degree option serves students who seek jobs that require computer and information security skills.  These students are not interested transferring to a four-year school.  Emphasis is placed on data loss prevention, identity and access management, incident response, and forensic analysis.  The option provides preparation for a career as a cybersecurity professional.  Student can obtain skills required for several industry certifications including CompTIA Network+, CompTIA Security+, CompTIA Linux+, TestOut Ethical Hacker Pro, and CompTIA CySA+.

For additional program information, please contact faculty advisor, Dr. Bojan Zilovic or contact department chair, Dr. Otto Hernandez.

Upon completion of this program students will be able to:

• Recognize professional responsibilities and make informed judgments in cybersecurity practice based on legal and ethical principles;
• Apply security principles and practices to maintain operations in the presence of risks and threats;
• Analyze a broadly defined security problem and apply principles of cybersecurity to design and implement solutions;
• Communicate effectively in a variety of professional contexts;
• Function effectively as a member of a team engaged in cybersecurity activities.

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