Program Requirements
IT - Cybersecurity Analyst
Advanced Technical Certificate | 11-151-1
www.cvtc.edu
1-800-547-2882
Start Dates: August, January
Effective: August 2024
First Semester
Course #Course TitleCreditsPrerequisites/Comments
151-100Intro to Cybersecurity3Program student | Minimum grade of "C-" required.This course introduces current cybersecurity threats, security responses and prevention strategies. Students will learn about cybersecurity standards, cybersecurity framework, and applications in multiple environments. Students will also learn about methods and techniques used to mitigate risks and vulnerability found in business environments.
151-103Cybersecurity Policy & Mgmt3Program student; 151-100 or concurrent | Minimum grade of "C-" required.Students identify effective cybersecurity polices and operations found in society today. In addition, students will analyze responsible governance of cybersecurity policies. This course will identify legal impacts and obligations for an organization in the context of a cybersecurity attack. Students will evaluate best practices in ensuring accountability in the areas of individual ethical behavior and organizational cybersecurity strategic planning.
151-106Cloud Security Essentials3Program student; 151-100 or concurrent | Minimum grade of "C-" required.This course will identify different applications of cloud security and data encryption. Students will evaluate different cloud providers and their data security protection processes. This course will also identify risks and benefits of cloud services in comparison to alternative options.
TOTAL CREDITS:9
Second Semester
Course #Course TitleCreditsPrerequisites/Comments
151-110Threat Detection & Prevention3Program student; 151-103 and 151-106 | Minimum grade of "C-" required.In this course students will learn about current cyber security threats and the systems used to monitor these threats. Students will identify potential vulnerabilities to information technology systems, networks and applications. During this course students research and apply methods of penetration testing and implement monitoring systems as a strategy for the prevention of cybersecurity threats.
151-113Cybersecurity Response Mgmt3Program student; 151-103 and 151-106 | Minimum grade of "C-" required.This course will help students identify effective planning strategies in response to a cybersecurity event at an organization. Students will examine potential benefits and drawbacks in the communication of a cybersecurity event. The course will also help students identify possible recovery and mitigation strategies for the cybersecurity attack. Students will evaluate changes and improvements to be made within organizational processes to prevent future events.
151-116Cybersecurity Capstone3Program student; 151-103 and 151-106 and (151-110 and 151-113 or concurrent) | Minimum grade of "C-" required.In this course students will demonstrate the ability to implement cybersecurity processes, policies and procedures into an organization. Students will research how cybersecurity problems impact an organization. Students will then identify applications and networks which may be vulnerable to a cybersecurity attack. Upon identification of security vulnerabilities students will research regulations and standards to create a series of operational plans and procedures to incorporate into an organization's cybersecurity practices.
TOTAL CREDITS:9
Minimum Program Credits Required: 18
2.0 Minimum Program Cumulative GPA Required for Graduation
If a student does not enroll in any courses at CVTC for two or more consecutive semesters, the student will be required to reapply with Admissions. Students must abide by any changes in admission requirements and degree requirements.
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