Information Technology – Cyber Operations Option

The Information Technology – Cyber Operations option covers a variety of computer operating systems, network, and security technology concepts. With this program, you will learn to defend computer systems and networks in the cybersecurity industry.

Coursework includes networking technologies, operating systems administration, information security policy, intrusion detection, and security administration. You will also learn how to use technology to protect the transmission and delivery of voice, data, and video communications in business, industry, and education.

Credentialing Options

Information Technology - Cyber Operations Option, AAS

A 25 59 0 AA

Contact: (336) 334-4822, ext. 50325

The Information Technology - Cyber Operations track is designed to cover a broad expanse of computer operating systems, network and security technology concepts.  This curriculum provides individuals with the skills required to implement effective and comprehensive information security controls designed to identify and counter threats to an organization's assets on small to medium sized networks using industry standard operating systems and industry best practices.  Course work includes networking technologies, operating systems administration, information security policy, intrusion detection, and security administration. In addition, students will learn how to use technologies to provide reliable transmission and delivery of voice, data, and video communications in business, industry, and education. Knowledge of these concepts will also equip students to defend computer systems and networks in the cybersecurity industry.

Graduates should be prepared for employment as Cyber Security Analysts, Network Engineers, and Penetration Testers. Additionally, graduates will acquire the skills and knowledge required to pass the Cisco Certified Network Administrator, the Cisco Cyber Ops Associate, CompTIA Network+, CompTIA A+, CompTIA Security+, CompTIA Linux+, CompTIA CySA+ and the CompTIA PenTest+ certifications.

Upon successful completion of the Information Technology, Cyber Operations track, graduates should be able to:

  • Mitigate identified security threats for reliable network operations 
  • Use standardized industry software to monitor and analyze network traffic
  • Apply strategic planning to enhance network security
  • Implement Local Area Networks using both static and dynamic IP addressing techniques
  • Configure small to medium sized Local Area Networks in accordance with industry and security standards
  • Secure networks through device hardening, Access Control Lists, and network segmentation for both IPv4 and IPv6 networks

This degree can be completed in an online or traditional format.  For more information about eDegree programs, please visit the eDegree website. http://edegree.gtcc.edu

Fall Semester 1

Total Credits: 16

Spring Semester 1

Total Credits: 15-16

Summer Semester 1

Total Credits: 9

Fall Semester 2

Total Credits: 13-15

Spring Semester 2

Total Credits: 15-18

Total credit hours required for this degree: 70-72

Electives

1. Math Electives

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2. Communications Electives

Choose one course from:

3. Humanities/Fine Arts Electives

Choose one course from:

4. Social/Behavioral Science Electives

Choose one course from:

5. IT Electives

Choose one set to take over Fall and Spring semester 2:

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Frequently Asked Questions

You will need to follow the general enrollment process for GTCC. During the advising process, you can tell your advisor which option you want to study within this curriculum. Your advisor will help you sign up for the specific courses you need.

Paul Campbell, Instructor
336-334-4822, ext. 50828
pmcampbell1@gtcc.edu

Ralph Argiento, Department Chair
336-334-4822, ext. 50013
rsargiento@gtcc.edu

Kory Knowles, Instructor
336-334-4822, ext. 50022
kknowles@gtcc.edu

Bobby Wilson, Instructor
336-334-4822, ext. 50600
bvwilson@gtcc.edu

John (Jay) Carver, Instructor
336-334-4822, ext. 50082
jrcarver@gtcc.edu

Yes. Financial aid is available if you qualify. Please visit the Financial Aid web page or contact the Financial Aid office at 336-334-4822, option 3.

No. All software needed to complete this degree is free to students. You will learn to use several industry-standard professional network operating systems and network monitoring and maintenance applications during the completion of this degree.

You will need a PC running the Windows operating system. An Apple brand computer running the MacOS operating system may not support some of the software you are required to use. If using a Mac, please ensure you can dual boot to Windows or use a virtualization application (such as Virtual Box, VMware, Parallels, etc.) for Windows applications.

Yes. This program is offered entirely online as part of our Online Learning Program. It is also available at our Jamestown Campus.

Maybe. We will evaluate each of the courses you completed at another academic institution to ensure the currency and relevance of the credit applied. Also, we will assess your current certifications and determine if and how they can be applied to your degree plan.