About our Cyber Security
Associate Degree
The Cyber Security program gives students an opportunity to train in one of the fastest-growing areas in IT (Information Technology), known as Information Security and Security Assurance. The program covers a wide range of topics including computer forensics, ethical hacking, laws, policies, network security and physically securing systems in a data center. The curriculum is designed to aid students in preparing for many of the certification exams in the field.
The curriculum will include large amounts of hands-on experience along with simulation training and group/team-based learning to simulate a professional work environment.
The curriculum is designed to prepare students for the most popular certification exams, which include:
- CCENT (Cisco Certified Entry Networking Technician)
- CCNA (Cisco Certified Network Associate)
- CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional)
- CompTia Network+ Computing Technology Industry Association
- CompTia Security+ Computing Technology Industry Association
The program provides students experience in network infrastructures, Cisco routers, Cisco switches, wireless routers, and security procedures, tools and software.
National Center of Academic Excellence
SMCC’s Cyber Security Program has been designated as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense Education by the U.S. National Security Agency (NAS) and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). The NSA and the DHS jointly sponsor the National Centers of Academic Excellence program.
The Cyber Security Educational Center provides the community with information on our Cyber Security Program, courses, club activities and events. The Cyber Security Center provides links to give the latest information on cyber security vulnerabilities and breaches. To learn more, visit our Cyber Security Center webpage.
Graduation Outcomes
- Configure and maintain network infrastructures
- Create and maintain security policies and procedures
- Identify security threats in LAN (local area network), WAN (wide area network) and virtual environments
- Write security procedures and policies
- Computer hacking and forensic investigations
What opportunities does this program provide?
Launch Your Career
SMCC graduates in this program have gone on to work as:
- Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst
- IT Help Desk
- Incident Responder
- Information Security Architect
- Information Technology Support Specialist
- Chief Information Security Officer
- Deployment Engineer
- Forensics Analyst
- IT Support Analyst
- Network Security Engineer
- Software & Database Analyst
- Information Security Analyst
Continue Your Education
SMCC graduates have used our transfer agreements to continue their education at:
- Johnson & Wales University
- Maine College of Art
- Mount Holyoke College
- Saint Joseph’s College
- Southern New Hampshire University
- Thomas College
- University of Maine
- University of New England
- University of Southern Maine
- Wellesley College
Available transfer agreements for this program include:
How do I complete this program?
Browse the information below to view our program requirements and how you might complete this program.
Estimated Full-Time Degree Completion Time
Please note, these estimates are based on a student taking an average of 15 credits per semester and do not include college preparatory or developmental courses.
Interested in viewing full program and course details?
- View full program details in our academic catalog.
- View a list of current major-specific courses for this program.
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Related Programs
Not ready to commit to a degree program? We may have other options that work for you.
Did you know that we offer a broad array of short-term workforce training programs that allow you to enter the workforce and start earning quickly? These programs are a great way to enter a career in your area of interest and to become accustomed to college classes. They are also often grant-funded (free of charge to trainees). And, if you find you want to keep going, we can help you find a related academic degree or certificate program of interest with which you can continue your education.
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Costs & Financial Aid
This degree program may have specific associated costs which are important to know before attending. We encourage you to apply for financial aid which provides funds in the form of grants and scholarship (free), loans (need to repay) and student employment (earned money.)
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Admissions: 207-741-5800 or admissions@smccME.eduÂ
Department Chair: Wendy Plourde, 207-741-5765 or wplourde@smccME.edu