Cybersecurity Fundamentals Overview
Prepares IT professionals and IT students for a career in IT infrastructure covering troubleshooting, configuring, and managing networks, hardware, and software. This certificate also introduces students to the information needed for securing organizational data and network infrastructure against digital threats. This certificate will start students on the path of earning the industry-recognized CompTIA A+, Network+, and Security+ credentials.
Cybersecurity Fundamentals Certificate Highlights
Students will
- Perform installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting processes for most devices.
- Summarize physical security and common attacks while securing the wired and wireless network.
- Perform installation, configuration, and troubleshooting of common network devices.
- Perform threat analysis and respond with appropriate mitigation techniques.
Industry Certifications/Credentials Embedded in the Program
- CompTIA A+ (CPT 1605)
- CompTIA Network+ (CPT 2020)
- CompTIA Security+ (CPT 1950)
Certificate Highlights
- 16 Credit Hours
- All courses 8-weeks in length
- 100% online
- Financial Aid Eligible
- Scholarships for Short-Term Certificate if qualified
Industry Growth
The Bureau of Labor Statistics projects that Information Security Analysts will grow by a rate of 31% through 2029, which is much faster than average for all occupations.
Career Opportunities include:
- Security Engineer
- Security Architect
- Security Administrator
- Network Administrator
- Systems Administrator
- Security Consultant/Specialist
Student Success Navigator
Jodi Maynhart
Student Success Navigator
Maynhart.J@RhodesState.edu
(419) 995-8109