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Certificate in Cyber Foundations
This program provides candidates with the skills, knowledge and credentials required to successfully begin a career in the field of Information Technology. This program was designed by UMBC Training Centers in collaboration with senior executives and technical staff from the Department of Defense, leading Government Contractors, and Fortune 500 companies. There is a severe shortage of IT professionals with the skills, certifications, and problem solving abilities necessary to meet the nation’s cybersecurity challenge. This shortage of IT professionals is expected to persist for years. This represents a tremendous cybersecurity career opportunity for motivated individuals with the right skills and certifications.
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Contact Information
UMBC Training Centers
6996 Columbia Gateway Drive
Columbia, MD 21046
Course Overview
Overall Proficiency Level
1 - Basic
Course Prerequisites
Students taking this program for IT professionals should have good end-user skills with Windows®-based personal computers, a strong interest in computers and technology, and good problem solving skills.
Training Purpose
Functional Development
Skill Development
Specific Audience
All
Delivery Method
Online, Instructor-Led
Classroom
Course Location
6996 Columbia Gateway Drive
Suite 100
Columbia, MD 21046
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this course, the student will:
• Demonstrate technical skills in Systems Administration and Computer Networking
• Earn DoD 8570 Certifications for DoD agencies and contractors supporting them
• Earn a recognized IT Industry Certification in systems or networking
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):
Work Roles
Feedback
If you would like to provide feedback on this course, please e-mail the NICCS team at NICCS@mail.cisa.dhs.gov. Please keep in mind that NICCS does not own this course or accept payment for course entry. If you have questions related to the details of this course, such as cost, prerequisites, how to register, etc., please contact the course training provider directly. You can find course training provider contact information by following the link that says “Visit course page for more information...” on this page.
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