Cybersecurity Training

Overview

This program provides candidates with the skills, knowledge and credentials required to successfully begin a career in the fields of Information Technology and Cybersecurity.  This program was designed by UMBC Training Centers in collaboration with senior executives and technical staff from the Department of Defense, leading Government Contractors, and Fortune 500 companies.

There is a severe shortage of IT professionals with the skills, certifications, and problem solving abilities necessary to meet the nation's Cyber Defense challenge. And this shortage is expected to persist for years. This represents a tremendous career opportunity for motivated individuals with the right skills and certifications.

Here are the top qualifications sought by every organization, large or small:

• Demonstrable technical skills in Systems Administration and Computer Networking
• DoD 8570 Certification
• A recognized IT Industry Certification in systems or networking
• Strong problem solving abilities and communication skills
• High level of professionalism and willingness to work hard

To earn the Certificate in Cyber Foundations, students must complete three courses:

• CompTIA A+ Certified IT Technician
• CompTIA Network+
• CompTIA Security+

To complete the Certificate, students must also achieve the Network+ and Security+ certifications. In completing the two certifications students will have attained both a DoD 8570 certification and a highly recognized industry technical certification. Students may take the certification exams at UMBC Training Centers' on-site Prometric and VUE Testing Center.

Audience

This program is suitable for individuals seeking to enter the fields of Information Technology and Cybersecurity. This program prepares students for employment with government agencies, government contractors and commercial enterprises in the Mid-Atlantic region. This Certificate program is offered in response to industry’s need for qualified employees with the right certifications and problem solving skills to be effective in system support and informtaion security.

Prerequisites

Students taking this program should have good end-user skills with Windows®-based personal computers, a strong interest in computers and technology, and good problem solving skills.

Schedule

This program can be completed in as little as 3 to 4 weeks with full time study.  For part time students, the certificate typically takes 3 to 4 months to complete. UMBC Training Centers offers the program courses several times throughout the year, in both daytime bootcamp and evening/weekend class times. Students may choose to take any of the available class sessions as best suits their schedules.

UMBC Training Centers can also schedule daytime or off hours cohort programs for corporations or government agencies, either at UMBC Training Centers, on customer premises, or on-line.

Price

$5,245.00 - Financial assistance and discounts available.

Tuition includes course materials, 2 certification exams, and 1 year audit privilege (*restrictions may apply)

Registration

• Click here to download and complete the registration form to mail in or fax.

Contact Information

E-mail info@umbctraining.com or call (443) 692-6599:

• if you have any questions about this program,
• to be notified when this program and any closely related courses are scheduled for open enrollment,
• to request a quote for group training at your location or ours.