Advanced Cybersecurity Analyst
Overview
Completing the intensive Cybersecurity Analyst program in 3 to 6 weeks will develop and hone your capabilities in network and data protection, penetration testing, and threat analysis.
Theft and destruction of intellectual property take place despite the presence of firewalls, encryption, and corporate edicts. Prepare to implement and monitor cyber security on networks, applications, and operating systems, and respond to security breaches, as you also prepare for the Security+ exam.
Learn general concepts and methodologies related to penetration testing, and work your way through a simulated pen test for a fictitious company.
Through hands-on practice, you will learn how to support network security within an organization and identify security threats and vulnerabilities, respond to and recover from security incidents. This cyber security program will prepare you for the CompTIA Security+, PenTest+ and CySA+ certifications. Obtaining the corresponding industry certifications will show employers you are ready and able to accomplish the tasks required.
*Additional testing required for certifications.
Prerequisites
- Program Prerequisites
Four years of networking experience or program approval.
- Security+ Prerequisites
Basic Windows user skills and a fundamental understanding of computer and networking concepts, CompTIA A+, and Network+ certifications (or equivalent knowledge), and two years of experience in networking, including configuring security parameters, are strongly recommended.
- PenTest+ Prerequisites
At least three years of hands-on information security or related experience preferred. Intermediate knowledge of information security concepts, including but not limited to identity and access management (IAM), cryptographic concepts and implementations, computer networking concepts and implementations, and common security technologies. Practical experience in securing various computing environments, including small to medium businesses as well as enterprise environments. Security+ Certification or experience recommended
- Cybersecurity Analyst Prerequisites
At least four years of experience in computer network security technology or a related field preferred; the ability to recognize information security vulnerabilities and threats in the context of risk management; foundation-level operational skills with some of the common operating systems for computing environments; foundational knowledge of the concepts and operational framework of common assurance safeguards in computing environments; foundation-level understanding of some of the common concepts for network environments, such as routing and switching; foundational knowledge of major TCP/IP networking protocols, including, but not limited to, TCP, IP, UDP, DNS, HTTP, ARP, ICMP, and DHCP. Security+ Certification or experience recommended.
Program Type
Training CertificateHow to Enroll
To pursue this certificate, please click on the courses below to see availability. You can register for courses online, and you do not have to apply to the college!
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Questions?
Call 803.732.0432 to talk to us about this program, or email cce@midlandstech.edu
This program is currently eligible for a QuickJobs Scholarship.
Please visit the MTC QuickJobs page to sign up for a free mandatory information session where you will learn how to apply for a scholarship. To be eligible, you must:
- Attend an information session. Information sessions last approximately two hours and are free to attend.
- Be a South Carolina resident for 12 consecutive months. Applicants will be required to submit documentation for proof of residency (Driver's license, Beginner's permit, or state issued ID).
- Not be in default on any federal student loans and not owe MTC or any other college monies.
- Submit an application. You will need to enter your student ID on the application.
- Scholarship recipients will be in communication with the Program Director responsible for the program for which they applied.
- Some programs require clean SLED background checks and clean drug/alcohol tests.
If you have additional questions, please call 803-732-0432.
Sample Program Plan and Costs
Class Delivery Methods
View current courses offered via our online course directory.
| On-Campus | Traditional. Classes meet on campus. |
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| Virtual | 100% online. Meets with a live instructor and classmates on specific days, at specific times. Uses web conferencing software, like Zoom. |
| Hybrid | Some classes on campus. Some classes online or virtual. |
| Online | 100% online. Due dates for projects and assignments. Self-paced work on your time. |
| CEUs | Class Hours | Course Title | Cost |
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| 3.00 | 30 |
Security+ Theft and destruction of intellectual property takes place despite the presence of firewalls, encryption, and corporate mandates. Prepare to implement and monitor security on networks, applications and operating systems, and respond to security breaches as you also prepare for the Security+ exam. Prerequisites: Basic Windows user skills and a fundamental understanding of computer and networking concepts, CompTIA A+ and Network+ certifications (or equivalent knowledge), and six to nine months experience in networking, including configuring security parameters, are strongly recommended. Classroom ID: CESEC-664 No sections currently available. For information on Training classes, contact our Corporate and Continuing Education Department (CCE) at 803.732.0432 or cce@midlandstech.edu.
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$2,495.00 |
| 3.00 | 30 |
PenTest+ As organizations scramble to protect themselves and their customers against privacy or security breaches, the ability to conduct penetration testing is an emerging skill set that is becoming ever more valuable to the organizations seeking protection, and ever more lucrative for those who possess these skills. In this course, you will be introduced to general concepts and methodologies related to pen testing, and students will work their way through a simulated pen test for a fictitious company. This course will assist you in preparing for the CompTIA PenTest+ Certification. Prerequisites: Intermediate knowledge of information security concepts, including but not limited to identity and access management (IAM), cryptographic concepts and implementations, computer networking concepts and implementations, and common security technologies. Practical experience in securing various computing environments, including small to medium businesses as well as enterprise environments. Security+ Cer Classroom ID: CESEC-685 No sections currently available. For information on Training classes, contact our Corporate and Continuing Education Department (CCE) at 803.732.0432 or cce@midlandstech.edu.
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$2,495.00 |
| 3.00 | 30 |
Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+) Through hands-on practice, you will learn how to support network security within an organization and identify security threats and vulnerabilities, respond to and recover from security incidents, and prepare for the CySA+ certification. Security+ Certification or experience recommended. Prerequisites: At least two years of experience in computer network security technology or a related field preferred; the ability to recognize information security vulnerabilities and threats in the context of risk management; foundation-level operational skills with some of the common operating systems for computing environments; foundational knowledge of the concepts and operational framework of common assurance safeguards in computing environments; foundation-level understanding of some of the common concepts for network environments, such as routing and switching; foundational knowledge of major TCP/IP networking protocols, including TCP, IP, UDP, DNS, HTTP, ARP, ICMP, and DHC. Classroom ID: CESEC-683 No sections currently available. For information on Training classes, contact our Corporate and Continuing Education Department (CCE) at 803.732.0432 or cce@midlandstech.edu.
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$2,995.00 |
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Estimated Cost
Tuition Assistance
$7,985.00
Not including fees and equipment |
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What’s next after I complete this program?
Enter the Workforce
Upon completing this certificate, you will have the necessary skills to gain employment in any industry requiring hands-on experience and certifications in the cyber security field.
Obtain Certifications
Obtaining the corresponding industry certifications (Security+, PenTest+, and CySA+) will show employers you are ready and able to accomplish the tasks required.