Cybersecurity Fundamentals

What you'll learn

Launch your career in the growing cybersecurity industry with this foundational microcredential centered on protecting networks from cyber threats. You will start by gaining a fundamental understanding of computer networks, including essential concepts and terminology, industry protocol models, server software technologies and security and network applications. You will learn the architectures and standards used to create networks and put your knowledge to work by building local area networks (LANs), configuring basic settings on routers and switches, and implementing internet protocol (IP) addressing schemes. As you explore potential cyber threats to today's networks, you will build essential skills in decision making and problem-solving, applying technical and mathematical concepts to resolve networking issues and analyze data traffic. Successful completion of this microcredential prepares you to continue your studies and readies you for two nationally recognized certifications, CompTIA Networking+ and CompTIA Security+. This microcredential is a great entry point to field, readying you to apply for a broad range of entry to junior level positions such as network support specialist, network operations specialist, information security assistant and more. This microcredential can also add specialized skills for those currently working in broader information technology support positions.

A hybrid microcredential from SUNY Adirondack (9.8 CEUs). Registration is completed with SUNY Adirondack. Eligible for financial aid.

Who can enroll

Ages 18 and up.

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What you can earn

Skills covered

Career outlook

Related occupations: IT Support Specialist, Help Desk Technician, Junior Developer

Entry-level IT roles often require a certification rather than a degree.

Funding opportunities

You may be able to pay for this course with the funding below. Each program decides who qualifies.