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Cyber Security Specialist
The Cyber Security Specialist program includes six courses to prepare students to achieve System Administrator and Network Security Skills and knowledge. Completion of these courses will demonstrate 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 as well as know how intruders escalate privileges and what steps can be taken to secure a system. The coursework and practice tests within the program prepare students to sit for the following Industry Certification exams: MTA Server Fundamentals, CompTIA Server+, MTA Networking, CompTIA Network+, CompTIA Security+, CCNA, CySA+, and Certified Ethical Hacker.
Course Overview
Overall Proficiency Level
1 - Basic
Course Catalog Number
CSS
Course Prerequisites
High school diploma or equivalent
Training Purpose
Functional Development
Management Development
Skill Development
Specific Audience
All
Delivery Method
Classroom
Online, Instructor-Led
Course Location
380 Polaris Parkway
Suite 110
Westerville, OH 43082
Learning Objectives
The Cyber Security Specialist 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 organization. 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
- 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.
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