Information Systems Security-Cyber-Security

The Department of Computer Information Systems (CIS) offers degrees and certificates in three major areas: Computer Programming, Network Administration and Web Developer. See the respective major sheets for additional information about the specific certificates and degrees.  A grade of “C” or better is required in all certificate, major and major elective courses.

The CIS Information System Security Cyber Security certificate and degree programs are designed to provide students with skills in cybersecurity to enable graduates to gain employment as an entry-level Cyber-security professional. Most business computers are being connected in networks. The industry needs skilled Cyber-security personals. Courses will emphasize skills on how to secure, protect and manage information systems. The Information System Security Cyber Security program is designed to train students to fill these needs.

 The  AS Degree program provides best practices and competencies for students to design, install and implement secure applications and services; manage, and optimize application to ensure compliance with security controls; help prevent, detect, investigate and respond to application security threats and attacks; facilitate application security vulnerability assessments, penetration tests and risk assessments; investigate application security events and incidents, including forensic analysis; represent security interests on project teams by ensuring security standards and requirements; conduct security research,analysis, and review of application solutions to ensure compliance with company security policies; evaluate new products and technologies to protect against existing and emerging security threats; and develop and implement information security policies and procedures.

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Information Systems Security-Cyber-Security AS Major

The Cybersecurity  AS degree program is designed to prepare the students to enter the workforce prepared with the knowledge they need to acquire an entry-level cyber-security position. This program prepares students in analytical thinking, critical analysis, group collaboration, effective communication, and the necessary skills to analyze and solve computer network security issues to help protect computers and computer networks using multiple operating systems. The AS degree may be obtained by completion of the required program plus general education requirements and sufficient electives to meet a 60-unit total.

Information Systems Security-Cyber-Security Certificate of Achievement

The goal of this program is to increase diversity in the technical workforce by providing an education platform for entry-level cyber-security Specialists. This program aims to develop the quality and quantity of technical professionals to fulfill business needs and generate greater economic impact in the Bay Area region. Students will gain soft and technical skills necessary to become entry-level Cyber-security Specialists.

Information Systems Security-Cyber-Security AS Major

Year 1 Fall = 15 units

Year 1 intersession = 3 units

Year 1 Spring = 15 units

Year 2, Fall = 12 units
Year 2, Spring = 15 units
TOTAL UNITS: 60 units

Information Systems Security-Cyber-Security  Certificate of Achievement

Requirement	Course name	Unit
	Required  Courses
CIS-41	Introduction to Computer Information Systems	3
CIS-014A	Internet Principles and Protocols	3
CIS-017A	Windows	3
CIS-0157	Introduction to Unix/Linux	3
CIS-0160	Introduction to Information Systems Security	3
CIS-164	Introduction to Cybersecurity: Ethical Hacking	3
Total	Required Courses	18

It is possible to complete the entire certificate in two semesters.

 Year 1 Fall = 6 units

Year 1Intersession  = 3 units 

Year 1 Spring = at least  9 units (12 or more units depending on electives selected)

 Total Units = at least 18 units (18-32 units depending on electives selected)

Information Systems Security-Cyber-Security AS Major

Requirement	Course number	Name	Unit	Sequence
Required	CIS-41	Introduction to Computer Information Systems	3	Year 1 Fall
Required	CIS-157	Introduction to Unix/Linux	3	Year 1 Fall
Required	CIS-017A	Windows	3	Year 1 Fall
Total Year 1 Fall		Total	9
Required	CIS-14A	Internet Principles and Protocols	3	Year 1 Intersession
Required	CIS-160	Introduction to Information Systems Security	3	Year 1  Spring
Required	CIS-022	Database Technology	3	Year 1  Spring
Required	CIS-164	Introduction to Cybersecurity: Ethical Hacking	3	Year 1  Spring
Required	CIS- 024C	Python Programming	3	Year 2 Fall
Required	CIS-165	Digital Forensics Fundamentals	3	Year 2  Fall
		Complete 9 Non-duplicated units from CIS\CA approved major electives (listed below)		Year 2 Fall/Spring
Elective	CIS-018A	CCNA R&S: Introduction to Networks	3
Elective	CIS-108	Technest 3: Internet of Things	3
Elective	CIS-060	Systems Analysis and Design	3
Elective	CIS-017B	Windows Server	3
Elective	CIS-018B	CCNA R&S: Routing and Switching Essentials	3
Elective	CIS-038	Programming the Mobile Web	3
		Required Courses	27
		General Education Requirement	24
		Total Units	60

Course number	Name	Unit	Sequence
CIS- 041	Introduction to Computer Information Systems	3	Year 1 Fall
CIS-014A	Internet Principles and Protocols	3	Year 1 Fall
CIS-017A	Windows	3	Year 1 Fall
CIS-160	Introduction to Information Systems Security	3	Year 1 Spring
CIS-0157	Introduction to Unix/Linux	3	Year 1 Spring
CIS-164	Introduction to Cybersecurity: Ethical Hacking	3	Year 1 Spring
	Required Courses	18

This is a new program in our area and the market is demanding entry-level cybersecurity professionals. These programs prepare students to enter the workforce. The classes included in the major and the certificate are directly aligned with current Cybersecurity certification.

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