Cybersecurity Management and Information Security

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Cybersecurity Management and Information Security program is designed to provide students with the knowledge and tools to understand how networks, operating systems and programs function, as well as, how to protect them. Emphasis is placed on developing the knowledge and skills to maintain security on mission-critical data and computer systems. The program is designed to meet the training needs of employees in both public and private sectors. The program covers a variety of information security disciplines that include both vendor-neutral and vendor-specific security training. The Cybersecurity Management and Information Security program is designed to help prepare students for internationally recognized industry certifications. This program has been designated as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense (CAE-CD) by the National Security Administration and the Department of Homeland Security. The Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Cybersecurity Management and Information Security is also available.

Details

Field of Interest
Computer and Information Technology
Academic Plan Code
5347
Total credits required
28
Catalog Year
2026 - 2027

Courses within any of the following prefixes must be taken within five (5) years prior to completion of the program to be applied toward this award: AIM, BPC, CIS, CLD, CNT, CSC, ITS, and MST.

What You'll Learn
  1. Demonstrate how to install, configure, administer, use, and maintain a Red Hat operating system.
  2. Define common network terminology and protocols to include local area network
  3. Use appropriate equations to solve basic Internet Protocol
  4. Apply basic security techniques such as password protection and access control lists
  5. Explain a broad, cross-section of information security concepts including authentication methods, access control, cryptography, public key infrastructure
  6. Define workstations, servers, network storage devices, routers, switches, gateways, guards, Virtual Private Networks
  7. Identify the ethical and legal aspects of information security including government regulatory requirements impacting network and information security professionals.
  8. Implement in-depth security systems, for multiple operating systems, from initial design to sustained monitoring and continuous improvement.
  9. Examine the techniques for defending LAN and WAN networks including firewalls, IDSs and VPNs.
  10. Perform day-to-day administration tasks in a Microsoft Windows-based network.
  11. Perform day-to-day administration tasks in a UNIX/Linux-based network.
Career Statistics

Successful completion of this certificate may lead to employment in a variety of different occupations and industries. Below are examples of related occupations with associated Arizona-based wages* for this certificate. Education requirements vary for the occupations listed below, so you may need further education or degrees in order to qualify for some of these jobs and earn the related salaries. Please visit with an academic advisor and/or program director for additional information. You can click on any occupation to view the detail regarding education level, wages, and employment information.

Information Security Analysts
$108,640

* Career and wage information provided by Pipeline AZ using data, reports, and forecasts which are generated using government data sources. Sources

Course Sequence by Term

The following is the suggested course sequence by term. Please keep in mind:

  • Students should meet with an academic advisor to develop an individual education plan that meets their academic and career goals. Use the Degree Progress Report Tool in your Student Center to manage your plan.
  • The course sequence is laid out by suggested term and may be affected when students enter the program at different times of the year.
  • Initial course placement is determined by current district placement measures and/or completion of 100-200 level course and/or program requirements.
  • Degree and transfer seeking students may be required to successfully complete a MCCCD First Year Experience Course (FYE) within the first two semesters at a MCCCD College. Courses include FYE101 and FYE103. Course offerings will vary by college. See an academic, program, or faculty advisor for details.

Part-time Sequence

Part-time status is 11 credit hours or less.

Term 1

A sequence of suggested courses that should be taken during Term 1
Course Number Course Name Requisites Notes Area Credits
CIS105 Survey of Computer Information Systems CS 3
CIS126RH Red Hat System Administration I 3
CNT140AB Introduction to Networks 4

Term 2

A sequence of suggested courses that should be taken during Term 2
Course Number Course Name Requisites Notes Area Credits
BPC170 A+ Exam Prep: Computer Hardware Configuration and Support 3
ITS110 Information Security Fundamentals 3
MST150 Installing and Configuring Microsoft Windows 3

Term 3

A sequence of suggested courses that should be taken during Term 3
Course Number Course Name Requisites Notes Area Credits
CIS238RH Red Hat System Administration II 3
ITS120 Legal, Ethical and Regulatory Issues 3
ITS240 Ethical Hacking and Network Defense 3
Course Area Key
  • CS = Computer/Statistics/Quantitative Application
Official Curriculum Documentation
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Catalog page: https://gccaz.catalog.maricopa.edu/programs/5347-GCC02
Disclaimer

All information published is subject to change without notice. Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of information presented, but based on the dynamic nature of the curricular process, course and program information is subject to change in order to reflect the most current information available.