Our Program

After completion of the program, students will be able to:
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Identify risks, assess threats, and develop effective countermeasures aimed at protecting organizational assets on-premise and in the cloud.
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Prevent common security threats, including implementing firewall and VPN technologies and perimeter defenses, conducting vulnerability and penetration testing and scanning networked systems.
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Discuss relevant laws, regulations and frameworks as they apply to data privacy and cybersecurity operations.
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Demonstrate the legal and technical aspects of a cybercrime investigation and the application of computer forensic tools.
The AAS in Cybersecurity and Data Privacy prepares students for entry-level positions in cybersecurity and data privacy. Graduates will be prepared to become leaders in cybersecurity, with a solid understanding of security technology and privacy laws, preparing them to make knowledgeable and responsible decisions. The program also offers students a transfer option to four-year institutions.