Program Description
This AAS degree prepares students for entry-level
positions in cybersecurity. The program emphasizes
computer security and information assurance concepts
augmented with current industry standard techniques.
Topics cover threats and vulnerabilities, prevention at the
technical (hardware and software) and human levels,
detection, response, and management aspects of security.
The program prepares entry-level computer technicians
with cybersecurity expertise and also offers students a
transfer option to four-year institutions. The proposed
program of study is designed to address the needs for
increasing the number of trained workers qualified to
work in cybersecurity in the homeland security industry.
The program is expected to meet National Security
Telecommunications and Systems Security Instruction
(NSTISSI) 4011 and 4013 standards. It will also help
prepare students to sit for a variety of industry
certifications, including the Computing Technology
Industry Association’s (CompTIA) A+, Network+ and
Security+ certifications; Cisco Certified Network
Associate (CCNA) certification; and the Security
Certified Network Professional certification.
Program Outcomes
Upon completion of this program a student will be
able to:
Apply software patches to operating systems and
applications.
Assess a computer system’s security vulnerabilities
using appropriate resources.
Use standard software tools to detect attempted
security breaches of computer systems. Implement
computer network security defenses.
Program Outcomes
(continued)
Assess their professional responsibility in the areas of
individual privacy, intellectual property rights, and
ethics and codes of conduct.
Implement computer network security defenses.
Explain how to use current forensic tools.
Sit for the following certification exams:
o Computing Technology Industry Association's
(CompTIA)
A+
Network +
Security +
o Microsoft's Certified IT Professional (MCIPT)
certification
o International Information Systems Security
Certification Consortium, Inc., (ISC)²
Systems Security Certified
Practitioner (SSCP)
Certified Information Systems
Security Professional (CISSP)
Program Advising
Germantown
Prof. Silvia Vargas, 240-567-1983
Silvia.Vargas@montgomerycollege.edu
Prof. David Vargas, 240-567-1933
David.Vargas@montgomerycollege.edu
Dr. Chiyun-Kwei Chiang, 240-567-7825
CK.Chiang@montgomerycollege.edu
Dr. David Hall, 240-567-7827
David.Hall@montgomerycollege.edu
For more information please visit:
http://montgomerycollege.edu/cyberprogram
CYBERSECURITY AAS: 356A
Total Credits: 60
Catalog Editions: 2012-13 through 2015-16
CYBERSECURITY AAS: 356A
356A
Suggested Course Sequence
A suggested course sequence for full-time students follows. All students should review this advising guide and
consult an advisor. Visit
http://montgomerycollege.edu/cyberprogram for more information.
First Semester
ENGL 101 - Introduction to College Writing
3 semester hours *
CMSC 110 - Computer Concepts
3 semester hours
NWIT 127 - Microcomputer Essentials
3 semester hours
NWIT 151 - Introduction to Networking
3 semester hours
NWIT 252 - Cisco Networking 2
3 semester hours
Health foundation
1 semester hour (HLTF)
Second Semester
CMSC 253 - UNIX/LINUX System Administration
4 semester hours
NWIT 173 - Network Security
3 semester hours
NWIT 263 - Introduction to Digital Forensics
3 semester hours
English foundation
3 semester hours (ENGF)
Mathematics foundation
3 semester hours (MATF)
Third Semester
NWIT 203 - Microsoft Windows Server
3 semester hours
NWIT 245 - Hardening the Infrastructure
3 semester hours
PHIL 140 - Introduction to the Study of Ethics
3 semester hours
Natural sciences distribution with lab
4 semester hours (NSLD)
Fourth Semester
NWIT 246 - Network Defense and Countermeasures
3 semester hours
NWIT 290 - Information Security Capstone
3 semester hours
Arts or humanities distribution
3 semester hours (ARTD or HUMD)
Behavioral and social sciences distribution
3 semester hours (BSSD)
Speech distribution
3 semester hours (SPCF)
Total Credit Hours: 60
Advising Notes
* ENGL 101 /ENGL 101A , if needed for ENGL 102 /ENGL 103 , or NWIT or CMCS elective.
CYBERSECURITY A.A.S. (G): 356A
Total Credits: 60
Catalog Edition 15-16
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS Course Hours Grade
CS 110/CMSC 110 3
CS 253/CMSC 253 4
NW 127/NWIT 127 3
NW 151/NWIT 151 3
NW 173/NWIT 173 3
NW 203/NWIT 203 3
NW 245/NWIT 245 3
NW 246/NWIT 246 3
NW 252/NWIT 252 3
NW 263/NWIT 263 3
NW 270/NWIT 290 3
PL 202/PHIL 140 3
ENGL 101 if needed for ENGL 102 or NW/NWIT or CS/
CMSC ELECTIVE
Name: Date:
ID #:
Overall GPA of 2.0 is required to graduate
Total Credits:
Cybersecurity Web Page
GENERAL EDUCATION: DISTRIBUTION COURSES Course Hours Grade
Arts or Humanities Distribution (ARTD or HUMD)
Behavioral & Social Sciences Distribution (BSSD)
3
Natural Sciences Distribution with Lab (NSLD)
4
GENERAL EDUCATION: FOUNDATION COURSES Course Hours Grade
English Foundation (EN 102/ENGL 102 or EN 109/ENGL 103)
3
Math Foundation (MA 110/MATH 110 or higher)
Speech Foundation (SP 108/COMM 108 or SP 112/COMM 112)
3
Health Foundation HLHF (Choose HLTH 100 - HLTH 230)
This AAS degree prepares students for entry-level positions in cybersecurity. The program emphasizes computer security and information
assurance concepts augmented with current industry standard techniques. Topics cover threats and vulnerabilities, prevention at the technical
(hardware and software) and human levels, detection, response, and management aspects of security.
The program prepares entry-level computer technicians with cybersecurity expertise and also offers students a transfer option to four-year
institutions. The proposed program of study is designed to address the needs for increasing the number of trained workers qualified to work in
cybersecurity in the homeland security industry. The program is expected to meet National Security Telecommunications and Systems Security
Instruction (NSTISSI) 4011 and 4013 standards. It will also help prepare students to sit for a variety of industry certifications, including the
Computing Technology Industry Association’s (CompTIA) A+, Network+ and Security+ certifications; Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
certification; and the Security Certified Network Professional certification.
This degree is a career program and may not readily transfer to four year colleges/universities (except in special cases.) Visit transfer planning for more information.
This UNOFFICIAL document is for planning purposes ONLY and completion does not guarantee graduation.
Last Modified: August 2015
Advising Worksheet Contact:
Anthony Solano
See an advisor to submit an Application for Graduation
the semester BEFORE you intend to graduate.
3
3
3 or 4
1, 2, or 3
CYBERSECURITY AAS: 356A
356A
Transfer Opportunities
Montgomery College (MC) associate’s degree
programs have transfer agreements with the following
institutions designed for MC students to seamlessly
continue their education and reach their academic
goals towards their bachelor’s degree:
Bowie State University
Excelsior College
Strayer University
University of Maryland University College
University of Maryland University College at
the Universities at Shady Grove
In addition, we also have also networking articulation
agreements with:
MCPS Network Operations
To learn more please visit:
www.montgomerycollege.edu/computeragreement
s or artsys.usmd.edu
Get Involved at MC!
Employers and Transfer Institutions are looking
for experience outside the classroom.
CyberWatch Club
The MC Cyberwatch is a cybersecurity club serving
all students in the Cybersecurity program who wish to
go beyond the traditional curriculum requirements.
The club promotes cybersecurity awareness as well as
extracurricular hands-on
activities that lead to
competitions such as:
Collegiate Cyber Defense Competitions
(CCDC)
Digital Forensics Competition
National Cyber League
Cybersecurity Awareness Poster Competition
MC’s Cyber Lab
The newly created state of the art Cybersecurity lab sits
on a stand-
alone network from the college so that
students can engage in real world security exercises
without affecting the operations of the college. The
technology behind the scenes allows for up to 200 virtual
desktops to be built and 100 servers, both virtual and
remote, to facilitate the learning and skills building
exercises to prepare our students for industry recognized
certifications.
Related Careers
The A.A.S. in Cybersecurity is ideal for those working in
or towards positions such as:
o Helpdesk / Field Service Technician
o IT Support Specialist
o Systems Analyst
o Systems / Network Administrator
o Network Security Engineer
o Security Consultant / Specialist
o Information Assurance Technician
Career Services
http://www.montgomerycollege.edu/career
Career Coach
https://montgomerycollege.emsicareercoach.com