IT Security Pro
Your Gateway to Exciting basic Cybersecurity Careers
- 10-15 students per class
- 16 Weeks
- Monday-Thursday
- 3 hours a day
- All classes are in-person
- TestOut/CompTia after taking IT Fundamentals
- Prepare for CompTia Security+ Exam
Training is instructor-led by experts in their field at our learning center.
About this course
This course provides the basic background for learning cybersecurity and the latest security tools and techniques. It also helps diverse learners build confidence and gain marketable security skills.
Topics Include
- Implement Physical Security
- Configure a DMZ
- Spoof MAC Addresses with SMAC
- Enforce User Account Control
- Harden a Wireless Network
- Create Virtual Switches
All students must take the CompTia Security+ Certification Exam within 14 days of completion to graduate.
Everyone must take the IT Fundamentals course or show proof they have taken the course before enrolling in this in-person vocational training program.
If you want to enroll in this vocational training course, please complete the “Course Interest Form.”
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What you should know about IT Security
IT Security, or Information Technology Security, is like the digital version of a security guard for your computer, network, and data. Its job is to protect all things tech from unauthorized access, cyberattacks, and other digital dangers that could steal or damage important information. Think of it as setting up a high-tech alarm system for your data, making sure only the right people can get in while keeping intruders out.
What to know before taking this course?
Basic Computer Skills: You should be comfortable using a computer, navigating the operating system, and using common software like web browsers or word processors.
Understanding of Networking: Knowing the basics of how computers connect will help a lot. Terms like IP address, firewall, and router should not be completely foreign to you.
Basic IT Fundamentals: As mentioned before, having a solid understanding of IT basics can help you grasp advanced topics much more easily.
General Understanding of the Internet: You’ll need to know how the Internet works on a basic level—how data travels, what servers are, and so on.
Critical Thinking: Cybersecurity often involves thinking like an attacker to understand how to defend against them. Problem-solving skills are a must.
Willingness to Stay Updated: The world of IT Security is constantly evolving, with new threats continually appearing. You have to be committed to continually updating your knowledge.
Ethical Guidelines: Understanding the ethical and legal aspects of IT Security is crucial, as you’ll be trusted with sensitive information.
Jumping into an IT Security course without a basic understanding of these areas is like trying to read a book when you only know half the alphabet. You’ll miss a lot, and what you do get could be confusing. So make sure you’ve got the basics down, and you’ll find the IT Security course a lot more rewarding and effective.
