Information Technology, Cyber Security, Associate in Applied Science (CYBS)

Degree Awarded Career Degree

Division Business, Computing & Social Science

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Program Description

Effective: Fall 2024

The Cyber Security degree program will prepare students for employment as one of the many Cyber, Network, or Computer information security specialists needed in the information technology industry. Students will learn the knowledge and skills necessary to successfully install, manage, and secure current Microsoft and Linux network operating systems. Additionally, students will learn how to evaluate network and data security risks, implement computer and network device security controls, utilize common ethical hacking tools and programs, perform security and data analysis, implement proper risk assessment procedures, and perform penetration testing. Students will also learn how to properly implement and manage a digital forensics audit of computer components, network devices, and data.

Courses taken in this degree program specifically relate to and will help prepare students for the following industry certifications exams; CompTIA A+, CompTIA Network+, CompTIA Security+, CompTIA CySA+, CompTIA Linux+, Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Server, and the Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH).

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Faculty Focus – Associate Professor and Program Coordinator of Network Engineering Anthony Straccione teaches students using cutting-edge computer network and cyber security content. In addition to Network Engineering, he coordinates the new Cyber Security degree programs which prepare students for the COMPTIA Security+ certification exams. Straccione earned a Master of Arts in Educational Leadership from American InterContinental University.