Cybersecurity Penetration Tester CoA

The Cybersecurity Penetration Tester Certificate of Achievement prepares students for entry-level cybersecurity jobs. Students who complete the award will be able to secure networks by performing penetration testing, security audits, assist with investigations, and oversee security policies. Course choices include network security, ethical hacking, advanced Linux and scripting, and Python security. Students completing this 11 unit award can continue obtaining cybersecurity professional certification.

Approximately 10 per year.

The current Cybersecurity Penetration Tester Proficiency Award is being converted to a Cybersecurity Penetration Tester Certificate of Achievement. This does not modify instructor load nor administrative management of the existing program. No changes to existing program structure/course of study.

Students will demonstrate proficiency to solve common networking security problems using products or strategies learned in the classroom to validate security by performing penetration testing, and the ability to use technical resources to solve security related threats. Students pursuing the Cybersecurity Penetration Tester Certificate of Achievement can continue towards a cybersecurity A.S. degree. Industry Labor Market information shows strong demand in cybersecurity. These security courses will provide the fundamental training to help students seeking employment in a cybersecurity related career.

This certificate has the following career opportunities:

·      Information Security Analysts

·      Computer Programmers

·      Database Administrators

·      Computer User Support Specialists

·      Computer Network Support Specialists

To earn the Cybersecurity Penetration Tester Certificate of Achievement, students must complete the 11 units below.