Cybersecurity, associate degree
Cybersecurity Center
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Earn a degree in Cybersecurity at Portland Community College:
- Specialize in cybersecurity while learning about computing.
- Increase your understanding of robust cyber defense technology.
- Utilize computer technology to address information system needs with security in mind.
- Analyze common security vulnerabilities and apply appropriate security controls.
Program features
- Hands-on labs and lecture
- Classroom and/or web-based courses
- Courses mapped to the knowledge units of the National Security Agency and Department of Homeland Security requirements for a Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense
Career possibilities
The cybersecurity sector has high growth and good salaries. Jobs you can apply for with an AAS in Cybersecurity:
- Network Defense Technician
- Cyber Defense Analyst
- Intrusion Analyst
- Incident Responder
- IT Auditor
Award information
Awards with a icon can be earned completely online, or you can choose a mix of online and on-campus classes.
| Award | Length (attending full-time) | Financial aid eligible | Currently accepting students? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Associate Degree: Cybersecurity | 2 years | Limited entry, see how to get into this program |
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Course listing for the 2024-2025 catalog year.
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CIS 121 | Information Systems and Programming * | 4 |
| CIS 122 | Introduction to Programming Logic * | 4 |
| CIS 140L | Introduction to Linux/UNIX | 4 |
| CIS 140M | Operating Systems I: Microsoft | 4 |
| CIS 179 | Data Communication Concepts I | 4 |
| CIS 184C | Introduction to Information Security | 4 |
| CIS 240L | Linux Installation and Configuration | 4 |
| CIS 240M | Managing a Windows Server Environment | 4 |
| CIS 284C | Cybersecurity Concepts | 4 |
| WR 121 | Composition I (WR121=WR121Z) Z | 4 |
| WR 227 | Technical Writing (WR227=WR227Z) Z | 4 |
| CIS First Term Programming Elective | 4 | |
| CIS Cybersecurity Degree Electives 1 | 23 | |
| CIS Cybersecurity Advanced Electives | 8 | |
| CIS Cybersecurity Business Electives | 6 | |
| General Education: 2 courses | ||
| Total Credits | 91 | |
- *
Could be used as General Education.
- 1
Cybersecurity Electives - at least 8 credits must be at the 200 level.
- Z
This course is part of Oregon Common Course Numbering. The following courses are equivalent:
WR 121 and WR 121Z
WR 227 and WR227Z
Cybersecurity program educational objectives
Program educational objectives are broad statements that describe what graduates are expected to attain within a few years of graduation. The program educational objectives for the Cybersecurity AAS degree program are as follows:
- Identify, analyze, plan, implement, monitor cybersecurity mechanisms to protect information assets, computer systems, and networks, and respond to attacks.
- Hold professional positions in a cybersecurity-related occupation, or pursue advanced study in cybersecurity or a related field of interest.
- Effectively lead, work, and communicate in cross-functional teams.
- Be recognized as security professionals who apply ethical and moral standards in maintaining information security in cyberspace.
- Successfully adapt to new technologies, tools, and methodologies to remain current in their occupation.
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