Associate in Applied Science

Cybersecurity - Option

Program

The Cybersecurity Option in Computer Systems Support serves students who seek jobs that require computer and information security skills. These students are not interested transferring to a four-year school. Emphasis is placed on data loss prevention, identity and access management, incident response, and forensic analysis. The option provides preparation for a career as a cybersecurity professional. Student can obtain skills required for several industry certifications including CompTIA Network+, CompTIA Security+, CompTIA Linux+, TestOut Ethical Hacker Pro, and CompTIA CySA+.

For additional program information, please contact faculty advisor, Dr. Bojan Zilovic at (609) 343-4959 or bzilovic@atlanticcape.edu or contact department chair, Dr. Otto Hernandez, at (609) 343-4978 or hernande @atlanticcape.edu.

Upon completion of this program students will be able to:

Recognize professional responsibilities and make informed judgments in cybersecurity practice based on legal and ethical principles;
Apply security principles and practices to maintain operations in the presence of risks and threats;
Analyze a broadly defined security problem and apply principles of cybersecurity to design and implement solutions;
Communicate effectively in a variety of professional contexts;
Function effectively as a member of a team engaged in cybersecurity activities.

(CYSC-Fall 2023)