Certificate in Cyber Foundations: This program provides candidates with the skills, knowledge and credentials required to successfully begin a career in the field of Information Technology. This program was designed in collaboration with senior executives and technical staff from the Department of Defense, leading Government Contractors, and Fortune 500 companies. There is a severe shortage of IT professionals with the skills, certifications, and problem solving abilities necessary to meet the nation’s cybersecurity challenge. This shortage of IT professionals is expected to persist for years. This represents a tremendous cybersecurity career opportunity for motivated individuals with the right skills and certifications.
Here are the top qualifications sought by every organization, large or small:
- Demonstrable technical skills in Systems Administration and Computer Networking
- DoD 8570 Certifications for DoD agencies and contractors supporting them
- A recognized IT Industry Certification in systems or networking
- Strong problem solving abilities and communication skills
- High level of professionalism and willingness to work hard
The Certificate in Cyber Foundations information technology program includes the following three courses, which can be taken individually or as a part of the full Certificate:
- Understanding Network Fundamentals
- CompTIA Network+ – Configuring, Managing, and Troubleshooting IT Infrastructure
- CompTIA Security+ – Information Assurance and IT Security
AUDIENCE: This program is suitable for individuals seeking to enter the fields of Information Technology and Cybersecurity. This program prepares students for employment as IT professionals with government agencies, government contractors and commercial enterprises in the Mid-Atlantic region. This Certificate program is offered in response to the Information Technology industry’s need for qualified employees with the right certifications and problem solving skills to be effective in system support and information security.
PREREQUISITES: Students taking this program for IT professionals should have good end-user skills with Windows®-based personal computers, a strong interest in computers and technology, and good problem solving skills.
