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  • Help fight cyber crime. Become an Information Security Analyst in this high growth, lucrative field.

    Join us for a free information session. Click here to sign up.


  • Join a rapidly growing industry and build on your knowledge and professional experience. You will get hands-on training and prepare for the industry standard CompTIA Security+ certification exam.

    LaGuardia is a National CyberWatch Center member.


  • COURSES

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    Security Fundamentals

    Learn how to secure a network and deter hackers by exploring security fundamentals, networks and organizational security. You will receive practical lab instruction to acquire the basic skills needed to implement and maintain confidentiality, integrity and availability as applied to computers and networks. You’ll also prepare for the CompTIA Security+ certification exam. (Cost of textbook and lab included in course fee.) LaGuardia is a National CyberWatch Center member. Prerequisite: Successful completion of the IT Support Specialist Certificate Program, CompTIA A+ or Network+ certification, or passing of a screening test (https://www.laguardia.edu/CE/Pages/Forms/Information-Security-Certificate-Program-screening/). Payment plan available. ND

    Sat 2/22/2020 4/25/2020 9:00-2:00 $1010 A05CMP115A

  • REQUIREMENTS

    Prerequisites
    • Prerequisite for Security Fundamentals: Successful completion of the IT Support Specialist Certificate Program, CompTIA A+ or Network+ certification, or passing of a screening test.

    • Prerequisite for Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+) Preparation: Security Fundamentals or equivalent experience. Recommended: 3-4 years of experience working in the IT industry.

  • CAREER PROFILE

    Potential Jobs
    With a certification in Information Security, you can become a Cyber Security Engineer, Cyber Security Analyst, Network Engineer/Architect, Cyber Security Manager/Administrator, Software Developer/Engineer, Systems Engineer, Systems Administrator, IT Auditor or a Vulnerability Analyst/Penetration Tester (Cyberseek.org).

    Salary
    Information security analysts make a median salary of $92,600 per year. (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics)

    Job Market Trends
    Between April 2016 - March 2017, there were about 20,000 job openings in the tristate area specializing in building, maintaining and operating information security systems. (Cyberseek.org)   

    Employment of information security analysts is projected to grow 18% from 2014 to 2024, much faster than average for all occupations. (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics)

  • CUSTOMIZED TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES

    Inquire
    To inquire about customized group training opportunities for the Information Security Program, please contact (718) 482-5481 or aceprofessional@lagcc.cuny.edu.

  • RELATED COURSES


  • IT Fundamentals (ITF+)

    Learn the basics of information technology (IT) and begin a career in this ever-growing industry. Topics include common features and functions of operating systems; network connectivity; identifying usage of common software applications; and security and best practices for web browsing. You will also prepare for the CompTIA ITF+ certification, intended for professionals in the field who want a broad understanding or those considering a career in IT. (Cost of textbook, virtual lab and exam voucher included in course fee.)  ND 

  • IT Support Specialist - Comp TIA A+ Certification Preparation

    Jumpstart your tech career! Get training in entry level technical support and IT operational roles while you prepare for the industry CompTIA A+ certification exam. You will learn to install, configure and maintain PCs, mobile devices and software for end users; explore basics of networking and security forensics; properly and safely diagnose, resolve and document common hardware and software issues; and discuss basics of scripting, virtualization, desktop imaging and deployment. General topics include hardware and network troubleshooting, operating systems, operational procedures, security, virtualization and cloud computing, and software troubleshooting. (Cost of textbook, virtual lab and exam voucher included in course fee.)  Prerequisite: IT Fundamentals (ITF+) or passing of an equivalency exam (https://www.laguardia.edu/ITStest). ND

  • Fundamentals of Network Technology

    Review how a computer functions, including hardware, software (operating systems), storage devices, installation and configuration. Learn about new technologies and building blocks of basic networking. Prerequisite: Successful passing of a screening exam (https://www.laguardia.edu/CE/Pages/Forms/network-plus-screening-test/).

    Sat 2/8/2020 3/14/2020 9:00-2:00 $890 A05NET001A


  • Network Security Certificate

    Gain essential skills to prepare for entry level network administration positions. Through hands-on activities, you will learn about the features and functions of networking components as well as how to install, configure and troubleshoot basic networking hardware. You will also prepare for the CompTIA Network+ industry certification. Upon successful completion of this course, you will earn a LaGuardia certificate of completion. (Cost of textbook and exam voucher are included in course fee.)  Prerequisite: Successful completion of Fundamentals of Network Technology; if not offered this quarter, this course will be offered in a future quarter. 

    Sat 3/28/2020 6/6/2020 9:00-2:00 $1010 A05CMP113A


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    M-Building, 31-10 Thomson Avenue, Room M143, Long Island City, NY 11101

    Monday through Thursday 8:30 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.
    Friday and Saturday 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

    Cash payments must be made at the Bursar's Office
    (C-Building, Room C110)
    Monday and Thursday 9:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
    Tuesday and Wednesday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
    Friday 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

    Discounts and waivers apply to all courses except those designated ND.

LaGuardia Community College

31-10 Thomson Avenue
Long Island City, NY 11101 USA


For more information,
contact George Schreiner,
Director of Enrollment Management
at 718-482-7244 or email ACEreg@lagcc.cuny.edu

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