Cybersecurity: The Next Generation of Information Technology Careers
The Cybersecurity program offers a sequence of courses that focuses on foundational knowledge and skills in computer and network security, security vulnerabilities, attack mechanisms and techniques, intrusion detection and prevention, cryptographic systems, system hardening, risk identification, incidence response, penetration testing, key management, access control, and recovery. Students will have the opportunity to add meaningful experiences to their resume while in high school by gaining industry certifications in CompTIA Tech+, Information Technology Specialist – Networking, Information Technology Specialist – Network Security and EC Council’s Ethical Hacker Essentials.
Cybersecurity Courses and Descriptions
Advanced Information Technology
In this 1st level honors level course students will gain fundamental knowledge and experience in computer technology that is required for today’s business and academic environments. With the development of basic computer science knowledge and understanding, this course prepares students to be successful both personally and professionally in an information-based society. Advanced Information Technology includes industry-driven standards that allow student exploration of computers and their networks, as well as other emerging technology, hardware/software installation and functionality, web development practices, and the benefits and risks of using computers both locally and globally. In addition, students will have the opportunity to gain industry certification in CompTIA’s Tech + certification.
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Computer & Network Security
The purpose of this course is to provide the foundations to students who want to master basic information security as is related to computers and networks. The course introduces the student to the basics of Windows and Linux operating system security, networking fundamentals and the basic tenets of cybersecurity. The students investigate network design and troubleshooting with the OSI and TCP/IP model through the Cisco Networking Academy as well as hands-on learning with industry standard tools such as Wireshark, Cisco Packet Tracer and VMWare virtualization.
Cybersecurity Essentials
Students start with learning the basics of information security, with initial focus on Microsoft Windows. After completing the ITS Network Security certification exam, students move on to learning about Linux based systems. They will work with Kali Linux, a security penetration focused Linux based operating system. In addition to case studies, student will engage in computer based labs covering topics on cryptography, wireless security and network traffic analysis. ITS
Operational Cybersecurity
Building on the course over the first three years, students delve deeper into information security looking at it from a business/enterprise perspective. They will work with both online virtual machines and simulations to configure all levels of network security. They will participate in at least one National Cyber league completion and in small groups conduct a network vulnerability assessment. Students achieving high scores will have the opportunity to take the CompTIA Security+ exam.
Program of Study
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For more information
Email Ms. Kelly, the Career Academy Program Specialist, [email protected]