Information Assurance and Cybersecurity
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
Information Assurance and Cybersecurity AAS: 60 credits
Cyber Defense Certificate: 39 credits
Information Assurance and Cybersecurity Certificate: 27 credits
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A quick scan of the daily news and you're bound to see headlines sharing the latest
cyber attack, data breach, hack, and more.
The internet touches almost every aspect of our daily lives and cybersecurity plays a huge role in ensuring online safety as well as the safety of our infrastructure including electricity, transportation, and financial institutions. Businesses and organizations recognize the need to protect themselves and they need people like you to face the new and exciting challenges along the way.
At Harford Community College, we offer cybersecurity degree and certificate options that can prepare you for transfer, career advancement, and/or transition into the cybersecurity field.
Harford's small, student-centered, and flexible learning class options are the ideal learning environment for your cybersecurity studies.
WHAT CAN I DO WHEN I COMPLETE THIS PROGRAM?
With a degree or certificate in cybersecurity at Harford, you can work towards your bachelor's degree, advance your career, and/or start a new career working in the cyber field.
Top Transfer Schools
- Towson University
- Johns Hopkins University
- University of Maryland Global Campus
- Stevenson University
- Howard University
- George Washington University
Transfer Program Agreements
- Capitol Technology University
- Towson University
- University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC)
Potential Careers
- Computer Network Defense Analysts
- Network Administrators
- Computer Network Defense Infrastructure Support
- Intrusion Detection System (IDS) Technicians
- Systems Administrator
- Cybersecurity Engineer
- Cybersecurity Analyst
- Cybersecurity Technician
- Vulnerability Analyst
HOW DO I GET STARTED?
You've taken your first step into a larger world of possibility for you and your future. Now is the time! Reach out and apply, request more information, or visit our campus.