This area of emphasis provides you with the skills necessary to protect computing systems and networks that have an important impact on data confidentiality, integrity, and availability. You will learn about computer network threats and the appropriate incident response, to include defenses, countermeasures, and computer forensics. You will also be prepared to take the Advanced Security Practitioner certification exam.

A certificate or degree from Lake Tahoe Community College’s Computer Information Systems IT Technician – Cybersecurity program prepares students to enter a wide variety of entry to mid-level jobs in information technology and cybersecurity, desktop support, system administration, computer application installation, and technically oriented administrative positions offering very attractive starting salaries.

Coursework in this program will expose students to cloud-based NETLAB+ technology, and will prepare you to earn industry-recognized CompTIA certifications such as A+, Network+, and Security+, along with Microsoft IT certifications and training. Only six classes are needed to earn the certificate of achievement, which can be completed in a year.

The need for cybersecurity experts is growing 12 times faster than the U.S. job market overall, and these positions typically pay about three times more than the national average. Every year, several hundred thousand of these jobs go unfilled in the U.S. because of a lack of qualified applicants.

The Associate of Arts in Cybersecurity degree provides students with the skill set needed to be thought leaders in the field of cybersecurity.

Allen’s Cybersecurity degree prepares students for careers in information technology and cybersecurity. Allen is a Cisco Networking Academy. Allen students are prepared to work in positions in computer management and support services, software development and application support, network administration and maintenance, and e-commerce.

Businesses and Government are at greater risk of cyber attacks than ever before. From ransomware to cyber espionage, cybersecurity professionals are the first line of defense. It's their job to protect critical infrastructure, the technologies we use every day, and investigate or mitigate the damage when compromises do occur.

Program Overview:

The BSCS program is tailored for students aspiring to build computer software solutions through programming with algorithmic techniques. The Cybersecurity Engineering concentration delves into the critical area of securing computer systems against vulnerabilities and attacks.

Curriculum Highlights:

Theoretical and Practical Knowledge: Gain a broad range of theoretical and practical knowledge, methods, processes, techniques, and skills.

Software Design and Development: Learn to design and develop different levels and types of computer software to meet domain-specific requirements.

Focus on Cybersecurity: Understand cybersecurity engineering-related theories, models, processes, techniques, and tools to construct secure software solutions.

Accreditation and Recognition:

National Center of Academic Excellence: Recognized by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the National Security Agency (NSA) as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense (CAE-CD).

ABET Accreditation: The program's outcomes align with the educational standards of ABET.

Program Learning Outcomes:

Analyze: Analyze complex computing problems and apply principles of computing to identify solutions.

Design and Implement: Design, implement, and evaluate computing-based solutions to meet specific requirements.

Communication: Communicate effectively in various professional contexts.

Professional Responsibilities: Recognize professional responsibilities and make informed judgments based on legal and ethical principles.

Team Functioning: Function effectively as a team member or leader engaged in activities appropriate to the program’s discipline.

Application of Theory: Apply computer science theory and software development fundamentals to produce computing-based solutions.

Concentration Learning Outcomes (Cybersecurity Engineering):

Emerging Knowledge: Understand new models, methods, technologies, tools, and context-specific best practices.

Application of Theories: Apply cybersecurity engineering-related theories, models, processes, techniques, and tools to construct software solutions that detect, mitigate, prevent, and remove various types of security vulnerabilities and attacks.

Licensure and Certification:

This program does not lead to additional licensure or certification. CTU has made no determination regarding prerequisites for licensure or certification in any state or jurisdiction.

Equip yourself with a cutting-edge education in Computer Science with a focus on Cybersecurity Engineering. Join the BSCS program at CTU and contribute to the rapidly evolving digital landscape with your skills in secure software development.

The world of Cybersecurity is an exciting career possibility—and, at CWI, you have an opportunity to join the front-line combating hackers who are compromising networks around the world. The goal of this program is to prepare security professionals to protect an organization’s data by taking preemptive measures against malicious attacks and to perform forensic investigations if security is breached.

CWI offers you the opportunity to take classes both in the daytime and evening along with an accelerated option. Contact your advisor for details.

Information technology professionals are held to a higher standard than many professionals, which is why many employers require a background check before hiring any new IT personnel. A felony or misdemeanor still appearing on a background check can become a severe barrier to working as an IT professional at a government or private organization. 

The Collaborative Cybersecurity Program is a two-college collaboration between the Los Rios Community College District, Cosumnes River College and the State Center Community College District, Fresno City College for an online Certificate of Achievement Program.  It is developed as a 100% online program that is created with an emphasis on delivering a program suited to a student base that is interested in having a stackable certificate that will deliver job opportunities, which are highly in demand, and have a solid potential for advancement.  

Colleges in the collaborative teach select courses in the program and commit to roles and responsibilities as participating partners.  Students enrolling in the collaborative program would complete the program in a cohort model taking courses from both colleges.  Students are required to complete the “Online Student Readiness Tutorials” modules prior to enrollment in a cohort.  Students receive student support services while enrolled in the collaborative program.  Students who meet federal eligibility requirements may receive Financial Aid for this program.