Study cybersecurity at JCC
Cybersecurity has become a major concern for organizations and individuals who utilize computers. With the Cybersecurity degree from Jamestown Community College, you can transfer to a four-year institution and major in cybersecurity or computer science. Career opportunities include corporations or law enforcement agencies investigating cyber crimes, conducting risk and vulnerability assessments, and implementing cybersecurity policies and procedures.
In JCC’s program, you’ll study tools, policies, and procedures for computers, computer networks, and system vulnerabilities, as well as methods for addressing cyber threats. You’ll also be prepared to complete industry certification in computer hardware and system software, networking, and security.
2024 median pay for information security analysts: $124,910/year according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
Where to study at JCC
This program is registered for the Jamestown Campus, Cattaraugus County Campus, and Online. Course availability may vary by semester, and some courses may be offered online or at a single campus location. Consult the course schedule for current offerings.
Program pathway
This program includes courses that may qualify for Credit for Prior Learning (CPL).
Courses
Cybersecurity skills
After you complete the program, you will be able to:
- Identify security risks and threats to computers and computer networks.
- Specify and implement appropriate hardware and software safeguards.
- Demonstrate the ability to troubleshoot basic hardware and software problems.
- Design a basic LAN and WAN, given specific parameters and constraints.
When you complete this program, you will be prepared to complete industry certification in computer hardware, system software, networking, and security.