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ISC2 Certified in Cybersecurity (CC)

The ISC2 Certified in Cybersecurity (CC) course provides a solid introduction to the principles of information security and risk management. Aimed at newcomers to the cybersecurity field, it covers essential topics such as access control, network security, and business continuity. Students gain exposure to real-world scenarios, security policies, and best practices that establish a strong foundation for future professional growth.

Learning Outcomes:

• Understand basic security concepts, principles, and frameworks.
• Identify common threats, vulnerabilities, and mitigation strategies.
• Apply access control models and security policies in simulated environments.
• Develop awareness of business continuity and disaster recovery principles.

Practical Exercises:

• Develop a basic BC/DR plan: Create a simple continuity and recovery framework for a small business scenario.
• Implement access control models: Apply discretionary and role-based models to users within a simulated organization.
• Practice security awareness: Design a brief training presentation for new employees on topics like phishing prevention and password hygiene.
• Identify threats in a virtual network: Recognize common network security issues and recommend controls such as firewalls and intrusion prevention systems.

Certification Exam:

• Exam Name: ISC2 Certified in Cybersecurity (CC)
• Format: Multiple choice
• Delivery: Online (proctored) or at Pearson VUE centers
• Duration: 120 minutes
• Domains Covered: Security Principles, Access Controls, Network Security, Security Operations, Incident Response

Career Opportunities:

• Junior Security Analyst
• Information Security Assistant
• Security Operations Center (SOC) Trainee
• IT Support Technician (Security Focus)
• Network Security Assistant

The CompTIA Security+ course provides students with a comprehensive understanding of essential cybersecurity principles and practices required to protect organizational assets in today’s digital landscape. This course, offered in partnership with Husch Cyber & Technology Institute, establishes the foundational skills needed to perform core security functions and pursue a career in information security.

Students will explore critical domains such as risk management, threat analysis, network and system security, cryptography, identity and access management, and incident response. Through hands-on labs and real-world case studies, learners will gain practical experience in identifying vulnerabilities, implementing security controls, and responding effectively to cybersecurity incidents.

This course emphasizes both technical proficiency and strategic thinking, helping students understand how to apply security measures across enterprise environments, cloud platforms, and hybrid infrastructures.

Upon completion, students will be fully prepared to sit for the CompTIA Security+ certification exam (SY0-701) — an industry-recognized credential aligned with DoD 8570/8140 requirements and widely regarded as the baseline certification for cybersecurity professionals in both public and private sectors.
 

Key Topics Include:

• Threats, attacks, and vulnerabilities
• Secure network design and implementation
• Security architecture and operations
• Cryptography and Public Key Infrastructure (PKI)
• Identity and access management
• Risk management and compliance
   

Ideal for: Aspiring cybersecurity professionals, network administrators, systems administrators, and anyone seeking to establish a strong security foundation or meet DoD cybersecurity workforce requirements.