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?
There are many reasons why you should study Cybersecurity at CCM:
- Completion of the A.S. degree program provides graduates with the foundation to pursue an entry-level position or internships in the cybersecurity field
- The A.S. degree program is designed for students to transfer to baccalaureate programs in Cybersecurity or Computer Science
- This program provides the technical coursework to prepare graduates for industry certifications
- CCM students may also complete the Certificate of Achievement in Information Security within their degree in one year
- Classes are held in small classrooms equipped with industry-standard software to ensure that CCM students benefit from personal attention from their professors and graduate with current and relevant skills
- CCM offers extra-curricular activities such as team competitions and an active cybersecurity club that enable students to extend their knowledge and experiences outside of the classroom
Credit, non-credit internship experiences and job search support are facilitated through our Office of Career and Transfer Services, where you can also learn how to build a resume, and receive the tools to help you with interviewing skills to succeed! 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.
