Cybersecurity & Networking Diploma

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Cybersecurity & Networking Diploma

Program Code: D25590H

Our Information Technology (IT) Cybersecurity and Networking diploma program includes specific technical paths in cybersecurity and network management. This program will help prepare you for entry-level positions with businesses, educational systems, and governmental agencies that rely on computer systems to design and manage information. The program will incorporate the competencies of industry-recognized certification exams from Microsoft, Comp-TIA, Cisco, and others. Emphasis is placed on security concepts, perimeter defense, and intrusion detection.

This is a diploma program and requires fewer credits and less time to complete than a degree program. If you’re looking for a shorter time commitment, the certificate program may be for you.

The IT Cybersecurity program also offers degree and certificate options.

Learn more about this program’s student outcome data.

Skills You’ll Learn

The IT Cybersecurity and Networking program is focused on job-related skills in the following areas:

  • Communicating professionally and thinking critically
  • Mastering programming logic principles, identifying security risks, and selecting appropriate hardware and software applications
  • Understanding security principles including authentication, confidentiality, and access control to make systems less vulnerable to failures and attacks

Career Opportunities

There are many employment opportunities for IT Cybersecurity and Networking graduates, including:

Industry Certifications Available

  • AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner
  • Cisco Certified CyberOps Associate
  • Cisco Certified Network Associate
  • Linux+
  • Palo Alto Network Certified Network System Administrator
  • Pentest+
  • Security+
  • Wireshark Certified Network Analyst

Plan of Study

The recommended course sequence for this program and a complete list of related classes are available in the Academic Catalog. Click the button below to view a copy of this plan of study, which is also available as a PDF.

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Questions others are asking.

We offer several credentials that provide the flexibility you need. Most degree programs last two years and provide the most in-depth study of a particular subject. Diplomas and certificates take less time and are often taken in conjunction with other degree programs. Specialized training is also available for workforce development programs that are completed in less than a year.

This program is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP), a leading specialized accreditation association for business education. ACBSP accredits business, accounting, and business-related programs at the associate, baccalaureate, master, and doctorate degree levels worldwide. Every quality business program worldwide is accredited.

IT students can train and test for a variety of industry-recognized certifications, including A+, Security+ and Net+. Craven Community College is a Microsoft Academy and provides certification testing for the Microsoft Office Specialist certifications.

The Cybersecurity and Networking program offers the following industry certification training:

  • AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner
  • Cisco Certified CyberOps Associate
  • Cisco Certified Network Associate
  • Linux+
  • Palo Alto Network Certified Network System Administrator
  • Pentest+
  • Security+
  • Wireshark Certified Network Analyst

Contact Information

Career Programs
Bosch Advanced Manufacturing Center
New Bern Campus
252-638-7370

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