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Computer and Network Security Certification Program - Self paced
This program is specifically designed to prepare students already in the Information Technology and/or Network Administration workforce/military as Information Systems Security (INFOSEC) Professionals, NSTISSI No. 4011and CNSSI No. 4016 Entry Level Risk Analysts or provide current Information Systems professionals with an Information Systems security certification. The overall program is DOD 8570 compliant. Upon completion of this program students will receive a certification of completion for INFOSEC 4011 & 4016-E from the National Security Agency & includes taking the CompTIA Security+ exam.
Course Overview
One year computer and network related experience or successful completion of a Computing Fundamentals course.
Learning Objectives
Students are capable of plan, analyze, develop, implement, maintain, and enhancing IS security programs, policies, procedures, and tools to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, availability of systems, networks, & data. Obtain knowledge to implement higher-level security requirements; integrate security programs across disciplines; define security plans & policies; assess new system design methodologies to improve software quality; & institute measures to ensure awareness/compliance. Knowledge to assess security technologies/threats & recommend changes; review & know incident response policies; & develop long-range plans.
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 Operations
- Risk Management
- Network Services
- Systems Administration
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.