The widespread use of the Internet and intranets has resulted in an increased focus on security. Security threats range from damaging computer viruses to online credit card fraud and identity theft. Most organizations are now employing the services of security consulting firms which specialize in all aspects of information technology (IT) security. These firms assess computer systems for areas of vulnerability, manage firewalls and provide protection against intrusion and software viruses. They also play a vital role in homeland security by keeping track of people and information.

Programs are designed to provide students with the knowledge and tools to understand how networks, operating systems and programs function. The programs are designed to meet the training needs of government and industry employees. The programs cover a variety of neutral and vendor-specific information technology (IT) security training. The Information Security program prepares students for internationally recognized IT certifications and the complex demands of business, industry and government.

Microsoft Networking Technology - AAS The Associate in Applied Science (AAS) degree in Information Security is designed to provide students with the knowledge and tools to understand how networks, operating systems and programs function. Emphasis is placed on developing the theoretical and practical skills needed to maintain security on mission-critical data and systems. The program is designed to meet the training needs of government and industry employees. The program covers a variety of information security disciplines which include both vendor-neutral and vendor-specific information technology (IT) security training. The Information Security program prepares students for internationally recognized IT certifications and high demands in business, industry and government. Course Check Sheets: Microsoft Desktop Support Technology - Certificate The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Microsoft Desktop Support Technology is designed to provide training to work in an entry-level computer maintenance and help-desk position. Students will develop the skills to successfully troubleshoot desktop environments running on the Microsoft Windows operating system. Courses in the program also help to prepare for the Microsoft Certified IT Professional: Enterprise Desktop Support Technician 7 (MCITP) examinations, 70-680 and 70-685. Course Check Sheets: Microsoft Product Specialist - Certificate The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Microsoft Product Specialist provides training for an entry-level position working with Windows networks. Knowledge and skills are developed to install, configure, customize, optimize, and troubleshoot Windows servers and Windows client workstations. The courses in the program also help to prepare for Microsoft Certified Product Specialist (MCP), Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA), and Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MSCE) examinations. The curriculum is taught by Microsoft Certified Professionals. To view the most current certificate program, see the CCL in Microsoft Technical Specialist. Course Check Sheets: Microsoft Systems Administration - Certificate The Certificate of Completion in Microsoft Product Specialist provides training for an entry-level position working with Windows networks. Knowledge and skills are developed to install, configure, customize, optimize, and troubleshoot Windows servers and Windows client workstations. The Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA) will be required to implement, to manage, and to troubleshoot networks containing messaging services, file and print servers, and firewalls in addition to configuring Internet access, enable remote access for users and to manage client computers. Course Check Sheets: Microsoft Systems Engineer - Certificate A Certificate of Completion in Microsoft Systems Engineer provides training for an intermediate to supervisory-level position working with Windows networks. The program develops skills to install, configure, customize, optimize, and troubleshoot Windows servers. Windows client workstations, Microsoft Backoffice products. A Microsoft Systems Engineer will be required to perform various tasks such as developing a local area network, installing and configuring software, creating and managing user and group accounts, analyzing and optimizing system performance, troubleshooting system and printing problems, training end users, and working as a system administrator. Course Check Sheets: Microsoft Technical Specialist - Certificate The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Microsoft Technical Specialist program provides training for an entry-level position working with Windows networks. Knowledge and skills are developed to install, configure, customize, optimize, and troubleshoot Windows servers and Windows client workstations. The courses in the program also help to prepare for Microsoft Certified Product Specialist (MCP) and Microsoft Certified Information Technology Professional (MCITP) examinations. The curriculum ideally is taught by Microsoft Certified Professionals. Course Check Sheets:

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