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This certificate prepares forward-thinking technology professionals to take on fulfilling occupations that directly impact cybersecurity in the world. For businesses, government agencies and global citizens, protection in daily transactions is not only critical to successful operations but essential to ensure the interconnectedness of our world remains intact.
Learn:
- Information security: to protect systems from destruction
- Forensics: to identify network vulnerabilities
- Network security: to prevent, detect and monitor unauthorized access
- Security operations: to improve an organization's security position
- Linux: one of the most popular operating systems in the world
- Vulnerability assessment: to recommend remediation or mitigation
Careers:
- Security Specialist
- Information Security Specialist
- Cyber Security Specialist
- IT Security Specialist
- IT Specialist Information Security
Cost:
The online estimated tuition costs for in-state students for 2022–2023 are as follows:
- $551.01 for each 3-credit course x 6 = $3,306.06
Admissions:
Preferred Cybersecurity certificate students will:
- have a minimum 2.5 GPA
- have an Associate’s degree (AA, AS, AAS or AGE)
- be a graduate of a bachelor’s program in a technology discipline
- be a technology professional with a high school diploma
- be a currently enrolled NCCU student not majoring in the Data Analytics and Information Communication and Technology (ICT) concentrations
Deadlines:
- Classes start in Spring 2023
- Registration starts in October
- The application deadline is November 9
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Contact Person:
Dr. Deanne Cranford Wesley
