Major Code
250A

This program is designed to provide entry-level skills in managing information security programs, consists of preserving information confidentiality and protection, risk management, data and system integrity, availability, authenticity, utility and combines fundamental information technology and IT security core curriculum. The program is based on information security concepts, principles, methods, techniques, practices, and procedures that guide today’s IT security professionals. Graduates will be qualified for entry-level careers in cybersecurity and information assurance in federal, state and local agencies, and the private sector as IT security specialists, firewall and VPN specialists and data assurance specialists. In addition, students will be prepared for industry recognized credentials and certifications.

Career Ready Pathway (21 Months)

Guided pathways are recommended course sequences for earning a certificate or degree. Waubonsee’s academic and career advising and counseling professionals are available to guide students on their path to graduate.

General Education Requirements

15

COM100 Fund of Speech Communication

3

or

COM121 Communication in the Workplace

3

ENG101 First-Year Composition I

3

or

ENG152 Business Communication

3

ENG102 First-Year Composition II

3

or

ENG153 Technical Writing

3

Mathematics Elective

3

Social and Behavioral Science Elective

3

Core Program Requirements

27

CIS107 Information Technology Fundamentals

3

CIS109 Introduction to Scripting

3

CIS115 Introduction to Programming

3

CIS118 Information Technology Professional

3

CIS122 Networking Essentials

3

CIS125 Information Technology Code of Ethics/Compliance

3

CIS131 Security Awareness

3

CIS137 CISCO I

3

CIS180 Linux/UNIX Operating System

3

Major Program Requirements

18

CIS200 Cloud Technology

3

CIS206 Managing Network Environments

3

CIS208 Penetration Testing

3

CIS210 Ethical Hacking

3

CIS211 Firewalls and VPNs

3

CIS237 CISCO II

3

Program Total

60