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What Is The Cyber Security Training Program And What Can You Accomplish As A Student?
The Cyber Security Training Program offers 10 courses of quality content created by industry experts and employers. Students will learn an array of cybersecurity skills that professionals use in order to confidently keep any organization safe from data threats. These include packet analysis, vulnerability analysis, basic program learning with Python, Wireshark and Nmap, and more.
Gain hands-on experience in this 33-week, fully online training program in which you’ll use practical skills to secure and protect network vulnerabilities. Students who successfully complete the program are prepared for an entry-level to a mid-level career in cybersecurity with the help of job placement assistance.
You’ll also gain access to an exclusive employment networking platform to land the perfect software development job.
CYBER SECURITY PROFESSIONAL
Outcomes
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor and Statistics, projected job growth in the cybersecurity field is 33% through 2030, which is much faster than average. The median salary in May 2021 was $102,600, with the top 10% earning more than $165,920.
Not only will you sharpen hard skills within cybersecurity, but students also improve upon soft skills including critical thinking, problem-solving, teamwork, time management, and more. Students can gain employment as security analysts, administrators, IT security consultants, forensic computer analysts, and more.
Skills Learned
As a graduate of this program, students can expect to bring a variety of programming and technical skills to their current or future career, which include:
- Using Packet Analysis to detect breaches, malware and cyber attacks
- Performing Vulnerability Analysis to identify weaknesses in an organization’s systems and networks
- Programming in Python to aid in debugging
- Capturing network packet information using Wireshark and Nmap to identify attackers
- Learning attacker tactics and how to defend against them
- Understanding software development through Agile
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Security Foundations
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Networking Foundations |
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System Administration |
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Network Defense |
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Cryptography & Access Management |
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Logging and Monitoring |
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Programming Foundations |
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Web Application Security and Project Management |
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Threats & Vulnerabilities |
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Group Project |
CYBER SECURITY PROFESSIONAL
Choose from several flexible options for completing the Cyber Security certificate program:
- Register for the full program and save 14%
- Start with Track 1 and stack remaining tracks to manage cost over time
- Tracks may be taken out of order, but we strongly recommend you take sequentially.
Featuring tiered pricing – the more you stack, the less you pay per track!
- First Track Purchase = $7,000
- Second Track Purchase = $5,775
- Third Track Purchase = $4,725
Please note: Only students who complete all tracks are prepared to sit for the certification exam.
Contact your Professional Development Training Specialist for more details on the Cyber Security tracks.
Gain robust knowledge of the fundamentals of security concepts, technical skills required in network administration and support, and fundamental programming concepts.
Courses:
- Security Foundations
- Networking Foundations
- Programming Foundations
Outcomes:
- Gain practical knowledge of security concepts such as threats, policy and procedures, risk management and disaster recovery
- Become familiar with code organization, decision-making, handling errors and debugging applications
- Prepare for the network certification exam
Learn skills for assessing threats & vulnerabilities faced by every organization and technology user.
Courses:
- System Administration
- Logging and Monitoring
- Network Defense
Outcomes:
- Learn to install & configure network components to support organizational security
- Analyze and interpret security logs on Intrusion Detection & Prevention Systems, as well as get an intro to basic forensics
- Learn to use the most current tools to assess the security posture of an organization & understand the impacts of various vulnerabilities
Learn about cryptography algorithms used to ensure safe transmission, storage, and use of sensitive data.
Courses:
- Web Application Security and Project Management
- Threats and Vulnerabilities
- Cryptography and Access Management
- Group Project
Outcomes:
- Learn the key concepts of Web security including the mindset, discipline, and methods for securing a software project
- Become an expert in the vulnerabilities faced by every technology user and organization including hardware, software, and various ‘Threat actors’
- Learn cryptography algorithms used for safe transmission & storage of sensitive data. Get best practices on access and account management.
- Play the role of both defender and attacker in a network while using the skills acquired over the course of the program
CYBER SECURITY PROFESSIONAL JOB POSSIBILITIES
As cyber threats and attacks continue to grow each year, the employment market for skilled cybersecurity professionals is growing much faster than average. In fact, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics sees strong continued growth in the cybersecurity field and predicts the number of information security analyst jobs will increase by about 33% through 2030 with an estimated 16,300 new jobs opening up in the field each year on average over that period. The median salary for information security analysts in 2020 was $103,590, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor and Statistics.
The career opportunities available to program graduates span several industries and organizations, such as computer companies, consulting firms and business and financial companies. These jobs include but are not limited to:
Information Security Analyst
$52,000 – $113,000
ESTIMATED SALARY
Security Architect
$73,500 – $238,500
ESTIMATED SALARY
Forensic Computer Analyst
$52,000 – $120,000
ESTIMATED SALARY
CERTIFICATION INFORMATION
Students will be fully prepared to take the CompTIA Security+ Exam.
Security+
COMPTIA Security+
A benchmark global certification exam that tests and affirms students have the baseline skills needed to perform core security functions in an IT security career. Having this credential can be a springboard in advancing their cybersecurity career and earning a higher salary.
CYBER SECURITY PROFESSIONAL PAYMENT OPTIONS
In addition to the following payment options, we offer special corporate volume pricing. Visit the Corporate page for details.
Pay in full using any major credit card, PayPal, or Venmo. Select “credit card” as your payment option.
Apply for PayPal Credit and pay zero interest if your balance is paid in full within 6-months. Complete a quick application and you’ll receive a credit decision within seconds.
Pay for your training with an education loan through Sallie Mae or Meritize.
Complete the course registration process to reserve your seat using one of these options.
Many employers have education programs or will pay for continued education! Select “Corporate Invoice” if you need an invoice to process payment through company training tuition assistance/reimbursement plans.
Download the free brochure below to your HR representative or manager and show them the benefits of gaining additional education!
Apply for a workforce grant through Sonoma County Job Link and get all or part of your training paid for! Complete the course registration process on this site to reserve your seat. Select “WIOA” as your payment option.
Apply for a workforce grant through Sonoma County Job Link and get all or part of your training paid for! Complete the course registration process on this site to reserve your seat. Select “WIOA” as your payment option.
DO YOU NEED HELP PAYING FOR YOUR CERTIFICATION PROGRAM?
Many employers offer education assistance programs. Download the brochures to show your employer the benefit of upskilling their employees.
MEET YOUR PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST!
April is your Professional Development Specialist. She is here to help you understand your program of interest, payment options and succeed! Get in touch with April to learn more about your program, The Center for Professional Development with Pacific Union College and how to achieve your professional goals!
FAQ
Less than 8 months.
No. This program does not count for college credit.
No previous programming skills are needed. Students will gain core knowledge of programming principles using Python and learn how to apply them to a professional career.
Students will learn programming in Python.
No prior experience in the cybersecurity industry or education in cybersecurity is required.
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