Cybersecurity
This certificate is designed to prepare students for entry-level employment and to give working professionals advancement opportunities in the computer networking field. Successfully acquiring a FRCC Cybersecurity Certificate signifies that a student has had an overview of network security. Communication Security is studied, including remote access, email, the web, directory and file transfer, and wireless data. Common network attacks and Computer forensics are introduced. Cryptography basics are incorporated, and operational/organizational security is discussed as it relates to physical security, disaster recovery, and business continuity.
Requirements
Students are strongly advised to meet with the Program Director before starting this degree pathway to obtain advisement and proper sequencing of courses.
Required Courses
Linux/Windows Configuration Course
Select one course (3-4) credits of the following Linux/Windows Configuration courses listed below:
| CIS223 | Linux | 3 |
| CNG201 | Linux Configuration: (OS) | 3 |
| CNG212 | Configuring Windows Server | 4 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 3-4 |
Core Requirements
| CNG120 | A+ Certification Preparation | 4 |
| CNG124 | Networking I: Network + | 3 |
| CNG132 | Network Security Fundamentals | 3 |
| CNG133 | Firewalls/Network Security | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 13 |
Electives
Select two courses (6-8 credits) from below:
| CNG131 | Principles of Information Assurance | 3 |
| CNG136 | Guide to IT Disaster Recovery | 3 |
| CNG240 | Virtual Environment Admin | 3 |
| CNG243 | Cloud Security and Cyber Law | 3 |
| CNG254 | Data Encryption | 3 |
| CNG256 | Vulnerability Assessment I | 3 |
| CNG257 | Network Defense & Counter Measures | 3 |
| CNG258 | Digital Forensics | 4 |
| CNG259 | Enterprise Security | 4 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 6-8 |
Total Credit Hours: 22-25