Are you the type of person who likes challenge and who wants
to help an organization stay ahead of anyone or anything that might harm
its computer systems?
A career in Networking and Security Management
might be right for you. Now more than ever, as more business is conducted
via the Internet, a person who is responsible for protecting computer
networks is a valuable contributor to their organization.
Understanding how systems are vulnerable and knowing how to protect
them from hackers, viruses, and other acts of cyber-terrorism is a high
priority. It's not a game! This program provides students with
the skills and knowledge necessary for graduates to acquire entry-level
employment as a network security specialist in a variety of settings.
A Bachelor Degree program is also available which prepares the graduate
for more advanced and higher-level employment positions in the Networking & Security
Management field.
Through interactive, hands-on instruction, graduates
are able to:
- Administer and manage networks.
- Create and manage user/group
accounts and configure network routers.
- Assist in development and
implementation of policies for disaster recovery and network security
design.
- Participate in software installations, network upgrades,
and end-user training.
- Assist customers in day-to-day network operations
and troubleshooting.
Employment opportunities for graduates include a variety
of entry-level positions across a wide spectrum of industries.
Depending
upon the position and employer requirements, eligibility for security
clearances may be required.
Positions may typically include:
- Network Security Specialist
- System Security Technician
- Security Technician
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