CSC Cybersecurity

Program: Cybersecurity (221-732-09)
Award: Career Studies Certificate 

Program Purpose:

This program is designed to help students develop skills in building and protecting computer networks in the age of the Internet, the Web, cloud computing and the mobile computing explosion.

What will I learn?

Students successfully completing this program will obtain an industry certification and demonstrate proficiency in building and protecting networks.

How long will I need to be in college?

A college-ready student attending Camp full-time can complete this career studies certificate in three semesters.

What job or career can I get with this career studies certificate?

Upon completion of the program, graduates will possess the knowledge and skills to work as a Cybersecurity analyst, network analyst, network technician, Computing Resource Consultant, Help Desk Technician, Technical Resource consultant, Install/Repair Technician, Computer Sales Representative.

What is the job outlook for program graduates?

As of the second quarter of 2023, total employment in the Hampton Roads Workforce Region for

• Computer, Automated Teller, and Office Machine Repairers was 345. There is projected annual demand/need for 28 new entrants into this occupation (Source: Jobs EQ Occupation Report Computer, Automated Teller and Office Machine Repairers, January 2024).
• Computer User Support Specialists was 2,848.  There is projected annual demand/need for 210 new entrants into this occupation (Source:  Jobs EQ Occupation Report Computer User Support Specialists, January 2024). 
• Information Security Analysts was 1,814. There is projected annual demand/need for 174 new entrants into this occupation (Source: Jobs EQ Occupation Report Information Security Analysts, January 2024).

How much can I earn with this career studies certificate?

Below are the 2023 wages for careers, within the Hampton Roads Workforce Region, that are related to this field.

(Source:  Jobs EQ Occupation Report Wages, January 2024)

Want to know more?  Check out the program map and program requirements in the College Catalog.