The Cyber Security Engineer program includes six courses to prepare students to achieve Network Security skills and knowledge. These courses demonstrate a student’s skills in Network Infrastructure and Security. Upon completion of the program, the candidate will know how to plan, configure, and operate simple WAN and switched LAN networks. Students will also understand VLSM, IPv6, OSPF, and EIGRP protocols and learn to use access lists using NAT and DHCP. Students will be able to make the design and technology decisions necessary to ensure successful technology implementation projects. Students will learn how to summarize business and industry influences and identify the security risks associated with those relationships. Students will also learn how to apply security mitigation strategies and controls in an Enterprise environment. The coursework and practice tests within the program prepare students to sit for the following Industry Certification exams: CCNA, CySA+, Certified Ethical Hacker, CCNA Security, CASP and the Cybersecurity First Responder.
Learning Objectives
The Cyber Security Engineer program is designed for individuals seeking a career as an information technology (IT) professional working in the typically complex computing environment of medium to large organizations. The student will also have developed professional skills to assist in the obtainment of work and promotion in the IT industry.
Framework Connections
The materials within this course focus on the NICE Framework Task, Knowledge, and Skill statements identified within the indicated NICE Framework component(s):
Specialty Areas
- Cyber Defense Analysis
- Incident Response
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