Associates in it in security technologist in Northeast wisconsin technical college

Cybersecurity careers are at the forefront of information technology. IT security professionals are needed to prevent hackers from stealing vital data and to protect computer operations. Security technologists are responsible for network security infrastructure, security application software, and security monitoring. Typical career opportunities in this field range from firewall administrators to intrusion detection administrators to security technology consultants. Responsibilities can include firewall administration, network security configuration and support, and security monitoring all focused on developing and maintaining a secure network. Graduates of this associate degree are also prepared to pursue mainstream vendor certifications with additional study

Official copies of high school and/or college academic transcripts, Cumulative high school or college grade point average of 2.6 or higher OR a satisfactory academic skills assessment score. Proof of English Proficiency ( TOEFL test requirements: 480 (paper-based test), 157(computer-based test), and 54 (Internet-based test). IELTS test requirement: 5.5.), One year of high school algebra completed,User level familiarity with one or more computer operating environments.Submission of test scores (Accuplacer 55 , ACT 16, TABE 9.9, COMPASS 75)

Firewall Administrator, IDS/IPS Administrator, Systems Security Analyst

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