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

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.