Why study cybersecurity?
Systems security is an exciting part of information technology, and the need for more professionals working in this field has been growing steadily for some time. This dynamic and challenging environment allows professionals to be creative problem-solvers, – utilizing a variety of tactics to successfully protect and defend organizations from cyber threats.
Forsyth Tech’s Davis iTEC Center is an award-winning Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense, recognized by both the National Security Administration (NSA) and the Department of Homeland Security.
Degrees & Certificates
IT – Systems Security
Associate Degree in Applied Science
Time to Complete:
Two years
Schedule:
Evening and online classes
Studying systems security at Forsyth Tech equips you to design secure architectures, protect data integrity, configure firewalls, detect intrusions, and apply defense strategies. Learn about compliance, technology crimes, and law at our Center for Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense.
IT – Systems Security
Certificate
Time to Complete:
1-2 semesters, part-time
Schedule:
Evening and online classes
The Systems Security certificate gives students the skills they need to understand the fundamentals of cyber crime and security concepts. Students will also receive an introduction to networks and security and Linux/UNIX single user. The program will incorporate the competencies of industry-recognized certification exams.
IT – Systems Security Cyber Defense
Certificate
Time to Complete:
1-2 semesters, part-time
Schedule:
Day, evening and online classes
Similar to the Systems Security Certificate, but a little more involved, the Systems Security Cyber Defense Certificate provides an overview of networks and security concepts, then covers secure communications and security administration, technology crimes and law, and network vulnerabilities.
Forsyth Technical Community College is a DHS/NSA recognized Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense Education.
The Committee on National Security Systems in conjunction with the National Security Agency (NSA) and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) jointly announced Forsyth Technical Community College the designation as a Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense. Students can choose several options to obtain this recognition as well as receive your degree credential.
$47/hr
Average salary range
14 %
Job growth from 2018-2028
9
Job openings
Career Tracks
- Cybersecurity Analyst
- Systems Security Engineer
- Information System Security Engineer
- IT Security Specialist
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