No. of Credits: 63
Contact: R. Gates, Chair, Business and Technology Division; W. Hume, Program Coordinator
This program provides sufficient knowledge to prepare students for entry-level security positions and also serves those already working in the field who wish to update their skills. On completion of the program, students will be prepared for entry-level positions in security or transfer to a four-year institution to complete a bachelor’s degree in Information Assurance or related field.
The influx of security into every aspect of information technology has created the need for a workforce skilled in implementing and managing the security infrastructure of organizations. This degree is designed around industry-accepted certifications and current industry standard techniques that prepare the students to meet these workforce needs. Graduates will have the basic knowledge of networks and operating systems concepts, a solid foundation in Cisco networking, and will be prepared to take the CCNA certification exam. This program has been certified by the Committee on National Security Systems (CNSS) and the National Security Agency (NSA) as meeting the National Training Standard for Information Systems Security Professional. (NSTISSI No. 4011)
Security is among the fastest-growing professional career areas worldwide and career opportunities exist in government, business, and industry. Security positions are available in network, internet, database, application and wireless security with job titles including security technician, security analyst, security associate, security administrator, security specialist, security consultant, and security engineer.
The maximum number of credits accepted in transfer from other institutions into this program is 48.
Career Opportunities:
information systems security technician, security analyst, security associate, security administrator, security specialist, security consultant, information assurance technicians, network security administrator, and security engineer
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