Networking and Cybersecurity Overview

Networking and Cybersecurity Program

This program will provide training and education for individuals interested in developing their knowledge and skills as a computer network administrator. The courses emphasize practical skills required to perform duties such as PC repair and troubleshooting, network administration, server administration, and cloud administration, with all courses focusing on network and information security. Students will participate in occupational work-site experiences. This program prepares the student for several industry certification exams.

Job Prospects & Salary

Employment of network and computer systems administrators is projected to decline 4 percent from 2024 to 2034.

Despite declining employment, about 14,300 openings for network and computer systems administrators are projected each year, on average, over the decade. All of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to other occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire.

Salary Range

Hourly Pay Annual Pay
$46.54 $96,800

Source: U.S. Department of Labor’s Bureau of Labor Statistics

Program Details

Program Name Type of Credential Department or Division
Networking and Cybersecurity Associate in Applied Science Technology & Information Systems
Networking and Cybersecurity-Computer Network Certification Technology & Information Systems
CISCO Certification Technology & Information Systems

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