Cybersecurity Operations, Advanced Certificate

Be on the front lines defending organizations from real-world cyber threats.

In this program, students will develop the knowledge and skills associated with monitoring, detecting, investigating, analyzing and responding to security events, thus protecting systems and organizations from cybersecurity risks, threats and vulnerabilities. Students will prepare for the Cisco CCNA Cyber Operations Associate Examination.

Next Steps

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What do Information Security Analysts do?

• Develop plans to safeguard computer files against accidental or unauthorized modification, destruction, or disclosure and to meet emergency data processing needs.
• Monitor current reports of computer viruses to determine when to update virus protection systems.
• Encrypt data transmissions and erect firewalls to conceal confidential information as it is being transmitted and to keep out tainted digital transfers.

What skills do Information Security Analysts have?

• Reading Comprehension: Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
• Critical Thinking: Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
• Active Listening: Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

Contact

• Computer Science and Information Technology Department Page
• 734-677-5431
• [email protected]

Questions about applying?

Schedule an Appointment with the Recruitment and Outreach team

How much does it cost?

WCC is consistently rated one of the most affordable colleges in the country. Check out the Tuition Rates and see how WCC compares to peer institutions.