What You Will Learn
Cybersecurity is one of the fastest growing and most critical fields in the world, protecting the technology, data, and systems that people and organizations rely on every day. The Associate of Science (A.S.) degree in Cybersecurity at CCM provides the technical knowledge and practical skills needed to protect computer systems, networks and digital information from cyber threats.
Students will gain a strong foundation in networking, programming, operating systems, cybersecurity defense and digital investigations. Graduates will be equipped to:
- apply programming and problem-solving techniques to secure data systems
- implement methods for safeguarding sensitive information
- integrate security principles into network system design
- use defensive techniques to secure systems against real-world threats
- utilize investigative methods to recover and analyze digital evidence after security incidents
The program prepares graduates for entry-level careers in cybersecurity, IT support, network administration and security operations, while also building a pathway toward certifications and continued education in the cybersecurity field.
Curriculum
This 60-credit associate degree program features a 28-credit core encompassing Computer Science, Database Programming, Network Security and more.
Career Opportunities
A degree in Cybersecurity will prepare you for the following careers:
Associate degree
- SOC Analyst
- Cybersecurity Specialist
- Cyber Crime Analyst
- Cyber Incident Responder
Bachelor degree
- IT Auditor
- Cybersecurity Consultant
- Penetration & Vulnerability Tester
Why Study Cybersecurity at CCM?
Why Study Cybersecurity at CCM? Launch your cybersecurity career with the knowledge, skills, and hands-on experience employers value. At CCM, you’ll benefit from practical training, personalized instruction, and opportunities to build your professional network.
- Earn an Associate of Science (A.S.) degree that prepares you for entry-level cybersecurity positions and internship opportunities
- Build a strong foundation for transfer into bachelor’s degree programs in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, and related fields
- Complete technical coursework to help you prepare for industry-recognized cybersecurity certifications
- Enhance your degree by earning the Information Security Certificate of Achievement in as little as one year
- Learn in small classes equipped with industry-standard software, where faculty provide individualized support and real-world insights
- Participate in cybersecurity competitions and join CCM’s active Cybersecurity Club to expand your skills, experience, and professional connections beyond the classroom
CCM also helps you prepare for career success through the Office of Career and Transfer Services. You can explore internship opportunities, receive job search support, build a strong résumé, and strengthen your interviewing skills so you’re ready to achieve your goals.
To learn more, visit our Career Services page.
Where You Can Go
Graduates with an A.S. in Cybersecurity also from CCM benefit from New Jersey’s Statewide Transfer Agreement, so general education requirements will be waived at New Jersey public colleges and universities, allowing students to transfer in with junior standing. In addition, many out-of-state institutions also accept CCM credits.
CCM Cybersecurity students frequently transfer to:
In-State
- Fairleigh Dickinson University
- Kean University
- Montclair State University
- New Jersey Institute of Technology
- Rowan University
- Rutgers University
Out of State
- East Stroudsburg University, PA
- Rochester Institute of Technology, NY
Paying for Your Cybersecurity Education
Earning an associate degree in Cybersecurity is a powerful investment that will pay off over the course of your life, in both increased earnings and job satisfaction. But what is the upfront cost, and how do you afford it?
There’s good news: Money is available to help you pay for school! Our Financial Aid staff can provide lots of information about the process of finding funds to help pay for your education.
Featured Courses
CMP-120 Foundations of Information Security
This course provides a principled introduction to the field of information security. History, characteristics and models of information and computer security are explored. Topics such as risk management, logical and physical security, continuity, cryptography, and architecture are discussed. The National Centers of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense Education Knowledge Units and the CISSP CBK domains are incorporated into the course content affording the student reinforcement and mastery of information security terminology and concepts.
CMP-243 Ethical Hacking & System Defense
This course combines an ethical methodology with the hands-on application of security tools, techniques, and methodologies in performing computer system and network security vulnerability – risk analyses – to better help students secure and defend their systems. Topics to be covered include internal and external penetration tests, risk analysis methodology, and security audits. Students are introduced to common countermeasures that effectively reduce and/or mitigate attacks. This class is designed to help students prepare for professional careers in the information security field and the Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) certification exam.
TEL-233 Network Operating Systems
This course introduces various network fundamentals and multiuser network operating systems, and it focuses on the functions of a network operating system so the student can effectively maintain and manage a network. Topics of study include how to establish and oversee the operations of a network, create logins, design and establish directory structures, implement security and troubleshoot the network.
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