Accelerate your career in IT by developing the skills needed to secure computer systems and protect against cybersecurity threats. Cybersecurity is one of the most rapidly growing fields, and you’ll be prepared to work in a variety of settings upon completion. Increase your earning potential and stand out in your field!
COURSE LENGTH
180 hours
TIME COMMITMENT
15-20 hours per week
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The IT Security Specialist certificate program will provide you with the knowledge and expertise required to secure networks, identify vulnerabilities, implement risk mitigation techniques, and ensure data privacy. As cybersecurity threats continue to evolve, you’ll learn important concepts such as network security, access control, cryptography, and threat management, which you’ll use to protect the organizations you work for.
At the conclusion of this course, you’ll be prepared to take the CompTIA Security+ Exam SY0-601 to earn your national certification. Once certified, you’ll be qualified for a wide range of cybersecurity roles, including security administrator, security specialist, and security consultant.
15%
PROJECTED GROWTH OF COMPUTER OCCUPATIONS
19,500
NUMBER OF INFORMATION SECURITY ANALYST JOBS OPENINGS PER YEAR
23.78
AVERAGE HOURLY WAGE FOR EARLY-CAREER INFORMATION SECURITY ANALYSTS IN INDIANA
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
The median annual salary for information security analysts in Indiana is $85,190.
-U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
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