Cybersecurity is an increasingly in-demand multidisciplinary field of information technology, computing and engineering that affects every individual, organization, and nation, in both public and private sectors. However, there is a severe shortage of cybersecurity workers. As of 2021, the U.S. had over 1 million cybersecurity experts, yet 755,000 open jobs remained. To meet this urgent and growing demand, certifications and emerging training are powerful tools which can transform a career in cybersecurity. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reports that the median annual salary for cybersecurity analysts is $102,600. Students will be introduced to the principles of cybersecurity, explore emerging technologies, and examine threats and protective measures. To be a skilled cybersecurity expert, students need technical skills such as risk assessment, intrusion detection, pro ciency in coding and programming languages in addition to familiarity with Mac, Windows, Chrome and Linux operating systems (OS). This course prepares students with critical skills to be responsible citizens in a digital future.

• Network security technology basics
• Security policies and procedures
• Network monitoring, structures and applications
• Risk analysis and assessment
• Functions of network components
• Analyzing security breaches
• Software of Systems Engineer
• Enterprise Security Professional

Class Benefits

• 30 high school credits earned per year
• Develop skills leading to a highly paid, high demand job
• UC “g” approved course

Certifications Earned Within the Class

• Class completion certificate
• Cisco IT Essentials Certificate of Completion

Job Opportunities Upon Completion

• Network administration
• Technical support
• Information security
• Data Communications Specialist
• Cybersecurity Analyst
• Network System Analyst
• Computer Security Specialist