Cybersecurity

Cybersecurity

Certificate Continuing Ed Technical Degree

Start your career in information security with our Cybersecurity program. You’ll learn from experts and gain hands-on experience to prepare for today’s digital security challenges and succeed in the field.

Program at a Glance

Career Opportunities

Graduates who earn an AAS or BAT degree, or Certificate of Technology in CIT Cybersecurity can pursue the following careers:

  • Cybersecurity Analyst
  • IT Security Consultant
  • Penetration Tester (Ethical Hacker)
  • Risk Management
  • Cybersecurity Incident Responder

Earning Potential

Computer Network Support Specialists: $56,592 per year
Information Security Analysts: $113,284 per year
Compliance Officers: $74,985

For more salary information, check out texaswages.com

Locations

North Campus
South Campus
San Jac Online

 

DEGREES & CERTIFICATES

Advanced Information Technology Cybersecurity Specialty, Occupational Certificate

Certificate
Advance your career with this continuing and professional development course. Acquire the necessary skills to implement security services on any computer network while building on your knowledge and professional experience of security fundamentals, networks, and organizational security. 
Length 6 Months
If you're studying part-time, you can complete the 18 credits for this certificate in two terms.

CompTIA Security Exam (CE), Course

Continuing Ed
Advance your career with this continuing and professional development course. Acquire the necessary skills to implement security services on any computer network while building on your knowledge and professional experience of security fundamentals, networks, and organizational security.
Length 1 Week
This course is taught in 5 days.

Computer Information Technology Foundations, Occupational Certificate

Certificate
The Occupational Certificate prepares you for the AAS degree or Certificate of Technology program or to advance in your current career.
Length 6 Months
If you're studying full-time, you can complete the 21 credits for this certificate in two terms.

Cybersecurity, Bachelor of Applied Technology

Technical Degree

In the Bachelor of Applied Technology in Cybersecurity program, you'll master hands-on skills in threat hunting, security operations, and risk management to defend against cyber threats. Through real-world simulations, you'll engage in proactive threat identification and response, learning to reduce risks and secure networks. The curriculum also dives into ethical hacking and cryptography, ensuring you understand the ethical and legal standards needed for a career in cybersecurity.

Length 4 Years
If you're studying full-time, you can complete the 120 credits for this program in eight terms.

Information Technology Cybersecurity Specialty, AAS

Technical Degree
The Associate of Applied Science degree prepares you for an entry-level career. Explore the basics to help you kick-start a career in the network security field. Learn how to safeguard computer operating systems and implement security systems.
Length 2 Years
If you're studying full-time, you can complete the 60 credits for this program in four terms.

Information Technology Cybersecurity Specialty, Certificate of Technology

Certificate
The Certificate of Technology prepares you for the degree program, an entry-level career, or advancement in your current career. Learn the skills to work in the network security field to help keep hackers, viruses, and terrorists from intruding and damaging computers.
Length 1.5 Years
If you're studying full-time, you can complete the 33 credits for this certificate in three terms.

center for cybersecurity

Find all the information security resources you'll need to reduce cyber threats with our Center for Cybersecurity. 

Center for Cybersecurity

center for cybersecurity

Have Questions?

Have questions about our Cybersecurity Program or CompTIA Security+ Exam Course? Reach out to us!

North Campus 
Phone: 281-998-6350  x 7765

South Campus
Phone: 281-929-4603

CompTIA Security+ Course
Phone: 281-459-7631
Email: CPD-IT@sjcd.edu 
Roger Watkins
DC, Busi/Computer Tech Svcs
Phone
(281) 929-4603
Alyssa Phillips
Prof, Cyber Sec/Cloud Comp
Phone
(281) 998-6150x4055
Eric Servin
Prof, Cyber Sec/Cloud Comp
Phone
(281) 998-6150x3451
Rizwan Virani
Sr Dir, CyberSecurity Programs
Phone
(281) 922-3424