Network Administration & Cybersecurity
Network Administration & Cybersecurity
Build the technical skills to protect networks, manage systems and prepare for careers in today’s growing information technology and cybersecurity industries.
Hands-on IT and cybersecurity training
Network Administration & Cybersecurity is a two-year program that prepares students to enter the workforce as IT administrators, technicians or to continue on to a four-year degree program.
Students learn to build and optimize computers and servers, set up and administer computer networks, maintain operating systems and strengthen network security through extensive hands-on lab experiences.
Industry-focused curriculum
First-year students receive training in Windows 10, Computer Repair, Windows Server administration, Linux systems and networking hardware.
Second-year students advance into configuring servers, network administration, micro electronics, computer forensics and cybersecurity.
All courses include considerable hands-on labs designed to reinforce real-world technical skills and problem-solving.
Career outcomes
Graduates may pursue careers in information technology, systems administration, network support and cybersecurity.
Potential career pathways include:
- Computer Technician
- Desktop Support Technician
- Network Technician
- Network Administrator
- Linux Administrator
- Cybersecurity Support Specialist
- IT Support Specialist
Professional certifications
Graduates of the program may be eligible to earn eight TestOut certifications, including:
- Client Pro
- PC Pro
- Linux Pro
- Network Pro
- Security Pro
- Server Pro 2016: Install and Storage
- Server Pro 2016: Networking
- Server Pro 2016: Identity
Students must pass the certification exams to obtain certification.
Program resources
A growing technology career field
Information technology and cybersecurity careers continue to grow as organizations rely on secure networks, digital systems and data protection.
33%
projected national job growth for information security analysts through 2033.
356,700
projected annual openings in computer and IT occupations nationwide.
$105K+
median annual pay for information security analysts nationally.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Outlook Handbook, Computer and Information Technology Occupations.
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