IT-Cybersecurity Specialist

Associate Degree in Applied Science

Program number: 101512

• Overview
• Admission
• Curriculum
• Outcomes
• Careers

Overview

Overview

The Network Security Specialist associate degree program at Madison College provides comprehensive instruction in computing systems and networks that have an important impact on data confidentiality, integrity and availability. Emphasis is placed on vigilant security awareness throughout the curriculum.

The Network Security Specialist program introduces the student to computer network threats and the appropriate incident response, to include defenses, countermeasures and computer forensics. Students are exposed to scenarios reflecting the legal and ethical issues associated with information security. Extensive hands-on labs build practical experience in configuring a variety of network operating systems, firewalls, virtual private networks (VPN), packet filters and intrusion detection systems (IDS) to maximize information security in the network.

Program Details

Network Security Specialist is on a career pathway that includes this associate degree, a technical diploma and several certificates. All will prepare you for a good job and with the associate degree, you can transfer to another college to earn your bachelor’s degree. Learn at your own pace and increase your earning potential with credentials that keep you moving on your career path.

Students in the Network Security Specialist program can attend full or part time.

Network Security Specialist classes may be offered at these Madison College campuses:

• Madison - Truax

Explore financial aid eligibility for this program.

All courses for this program are offered only in person.

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Admission

Admission

To Apply

• View the admission requirements for application deadlines, materials, and requirements.
   
• Attend an Academic Information Session to get started in the admission process.
   
• Visit MATC to learn more about the Madison College experience including campus tours and program open houses.

After Acceptance

Once you are admitted into your program, review the Start of Semester Checklist to prepare for your first day of classes at MATC. 

Questions?

Contact Enrollment Services at EnrollmentServices@madisoncollege.edu or (608) 246-6210.

Curriculum

Curriculum

Prospective program students, the information below reflects the basic requirements for students admitted for the 2019-2020 academic year. To learn more about Madison College, visit us.

Current program students (including newly admitted), go directly to your Degree Progress Report (also referred to as an Advising Report or Academic Requirements) to view:

• Progress toward your specific requirements
• Alternative (in lieu of) courses to meet specific requirements

If you have questions after reviewing your report, please see Advising Services.

First Semester

10-107-111

Exploration of Information Technology

1 credits

10-150-121

Intro to Cisco Networking

3 credits

10-151-102

IT Security Awareness

1 credits

10-154-184

Enterprise Client

3 credits

10-154-190

Linux Server 1

3 credits

10-801-195

Written Communication

3 credits

10-809-199

Psychology Of Human Relations

3 credits

Second Semester

10-150-194

Firewall/VPN Technologies

3 credits

10-151-114

Linux Server 2 (Security)

3 credits

10-152-109

Python Programming

3 credits

10-154-171

Windows Server 1

3 credits

10-801-196

Oral/Interpersonal Communication

3 credits

Third Semester

10-107-175

Preparation for an IT Career

1 credits

10-151-137

Intrusion Detection

3 credits

10-151-142

Web Application Security

3 credits

10-157-101

Introduction to Cloud Computing

3 credits

10-804-144

Math of Finance

3 credits

10-151-168

Security Design

3 credits

Fourth Semester

10-151-164

Penetration Testing

3 credits

10-151-197

Network Security Internship

3 credits

Choose from Contemporary American Society or Intro to Diversity Studies

10-809-197

Contemporary American Society

3 credits

10-809-172

Introduction to Diversity Studies

3 credits

10-151-133

Computer Forensics

3 credits

10-150-190

Wireless Topics

3 credits

Outcomes

Outcomes

After completing the Network Security Specialist program at Madison Area Technical College, you will be able to:

• Configure, maintain, troubleshoot and secure routers, switches, firewalls and virtual private networks.
• Detect, analyze and defend against network and system penetration.
• Maintain data, confidentiality and integrity through data and communication encryption.
• Install, configure, troubleshoot and secure devices in the network (workstations, servers).
• Solve problems individually and in a team environment.
• Gather, interpret and analyze data in forensic security investigations.
• Determine the role of security in a business.
• Recognize ethical responsibilities.

Careers

Careers

After completing the Network Security Specialist program at Madison Area Technical College, you may find employment as:

• Network Security Specialist
• Cybersecurity Professional

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• Estimated Program Cost
  # of Credits for Completion

  63

  Tuition

  $8599.50

  Materials/Supplemental Costs

  $1099.37

  Other Costs

  $0.00

  Total Estimated Program Costs:
  (book costs not included)

  $9698.87