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
applicatio ns.
Evaluate a system for security vulnerabilities
using appropriate resources.
Program Outcomes
(continued)
Use standard software tools to detect attempted
security breaches in networks
Implement network security defenses.
Describe a professional’s responsibility in the
areas of individual privacy, intellectual property
rights, and ethics and codes of conduct
Examine legal, social, and ethical concerns related
to securing information systems and networks
Explain how to use current forensic tools.
Demonstrate critical thinking and problem-
solving skills on issues related to cybersecurity.
Describe the differences between internal and
external threats and how to defend against each.
Propose cybersecurity solutions based on real-
world problem scenarios.
Demonstrate the skills necessary to be successful
in passing at least 2 of the following certification
exams: CCNA (Cisco Certified Network
Administrator) certificate, CompTIA Network+
certificate, CompTIA Security+ certificate, and/or
ISC2 Professional Security certification(s).
Program Advising
Germ
antown
Prof. Silvia Vargas, 240-567-1983
Silvia.Vargas@montgomerycollege.edu
Prof. David Vargas, 240-567-1933
David.Vargas@montgomerycollege.edu
Prof
. Joe Roundy, 240-567-2144
Joseph.Roundy@montgomerycollege.edu
CYBERSECURITY AAS: 356A
Total Credits: 60
Catalog Edition: 2018-2019
CYBERSECURITY AAS: 356A
356A
2018-2019
Suggested Course Sequence
A suggested course sequence for full-time students follows. All students should review this advising guide
and consult a Cybersecurity faculty advisor. Visit http://montgomerycollege.edu/cyberprogram for more
information.
First Semester
CMSC 135 – Introduction to Scripting
3 semester hours
ENGL 101 Introductio n to College Writing
3 semester hours *
NWIT 127 - Microcomputer Essentials
3 semester hours
NWIT 151 - Introduction to Networking
3 semester hours
Mathematics foundation
3 semester hours (MATF)
Second Semester
CMSC 253 - UNIX/LINUX System
Adminis tration
4 semester hours
NWIT 173 - Network Security
3 semester hours
NWIT 203 – Microsoft Windows Server
3 semester hours
NWIT 252 – Cisco Networking 2
3 semester hours
English foundation
3 semester hours (ENGF)
Third Semester
NWIT 245 Defending the Network
3 semester hours
NWIT 246 Attacker Tools and Techniques
3 semester hours
NWIT 263 Introduction to Digital Forensics
3 semester hours
NWIT 275 Wireless Security
3 semester hours
Arts foundation
3 semester hours (ARTD)
Fourth Semester
NWIT 247 – Introduction to Incident
Response
3 semester hours
NWIT 291 - Cybersecurity Capstone
1 semester hours
PHIL 140 - Introduction to the Study of Ethics
3 semester hours
Behavioral and social sciences distributio n
3 semester hours (BSSD)
Natural science distribution with lab
4 semester hours (NSLD)
Total Credit Hours: 60
Advising Notes
* ENGL 101 /ENGL 101A , if needed for ENGL 102 /ENGL 103 , or NWIT or CMCS elective.
CYBERSECURITY AAS: 356A
CYBERSECURITY AAS (G): 356A
Total Credits: 60
Catalog Editions 17-18 through 18-19
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS Course Hours Grade
ENGL 101 or ENGL 101A
(if needed for ENGL102/103 or NW/NWIT or CS/CMSC ELECTIVE)
CMSC 135 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
NWIT 247 3
NW 252/NWIT 252 3
NW 263/NWIT 263 3
NW 275/NWIT 275 3
NW 270/NWIT 291 1
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 Elective (GEEL)
PL 202/PHIL 140 3
GENERAL EDUCATION: FOUNDATION COURSES Course Hours Grade
English Foundation (EN 102/ENGL 102 or EN 109/ENGL 103)
3
Math Foundation (MATH 110, 115, 117, 120, 130, 150, 165, 170, or 181)
CONSULT COUNSELING FACULTY/FACULTY ADVISOR ABOUT CHOICE
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: July 2018
Advising Worksheet Contact:
Anthony Solano
See an advisor to submit an Application for Graduation
the semester BEFORE you intend to graduate.
Name:
Date:
ID #:
* ENGL 101 /ENGL 101A , if needed for ENGL 102 /ENGL 103 , or NWIT or
CMCS elective.
ENGL 101 or ENGL 101A
3
3 or 4
M
CYBERSECURITY: 356A
356A
Transfer Opportunities
Montgomery College has partnerships with multiple
four-year institutions and the tools to help you transfer.
To learn more please visit:
http://cms.montgomerycollege.edu/transfer/
or
http://artsys.usmd.edu/
G
et Involved at MC!
Employers and Transfer Institutions are looking for
experience outside the classroom.
MC Student Clubs and Organizations
http://cms.montgomerycollege.edu/edu/plain.aspx?id=
2439
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:
Helpdesk / Field Service Technician
IT Support Specialist
Systems Analyst
Systems / Network Administrator
Network Security Engineer
Security Consultant / Specialist
Information Assurance Technician
Career Services
http://www.montgomerycollege.edu/career
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