Certificate in Cybersecurity
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Cybersecurity Certificate Program Overview
Learn cybersecurity fundamentals and bolster your cybersecurity analysis, control and evaluation skills at Purdue University Northwest. Our cybersecurity certificate program will expand your career in software engineering, computer science and information technologies in public and private sectors, as well as K-12 and higher education.
Department of Computer Information Technology and Graphics
- You can complete a respected credential at a manageable price.
- Cybersecurity attacks occur every day and trained experts are needed to defend against them. Cyberseek.org reports that 770,000 cybersecurity openings in the United States are unfilled.
- The U.S. Department of Labor projects a 33% growth in cybersecurity occupations from 2020 to 2030.
- We have been designated as a National Center of Academic Excellence (CAE-4Y) in Cyber Defense Education jointly by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and the National Security Agency.
Upon completion, a student will:
- Comprehend the principles of information assurance and be proficient in penetration testing methodologies and skills
- Analyze system security vulnerabilities and business security risks
- Create an information security plan to prevent, respond, and mitigate security risk through developing and implementing security policies, security controls, and business continuity and disaster recovery plans.
Cybersecurity Certificate Curriculum
This program is a 12-credit certificate in Cybersecurity and can be applied toward a Master of Science in Technology at PNW. The cybersecurity program provides the specialized training you need for a career in this complex, in-demand field.
Sample Courses
- ITS 55100 Principles of Information Assurance
- ITS 55000 Biometrics for Cybersecurity
Cybersecurity Certificate Highlights
Cybersecurity workforce development is the key to assuring that the nation has adequate capacity to protect information and information systems.
This quickly growing field is both challenging and competitive. At PNW, we provide the tools you need to stand out, including US government-recognized curriculum and individualized attention from instructors.
Cybersecurity Certificate Outcomes
Through classroom and lab interaction with experienced faculty, applied research and experiential learning, you’ll begin your professional work with the confidence and knowledge to be successful in a dynamic, competitive field.
Cybersecurity Certificate Career Paths
This degree prepares you for a number of careers in the cybersecurity field, including:
- Cybersecurity specialist
- Cybersecurity penetration and vulnerability tester
- Cybercrime analyst and investigator
- IT auditor
- Network and system administrators
Cybersecurity Certificate Employers
Our alumni work with some of the most innovative organizations across the region and around the world, including:
- Franciscan Health
- Amazon
- People’s Bank
- US Air Force
- National Security Agency (NSA)
Cybersecurity Certificate Beyond the Classroom
We encourage you to get involved in activities like:
- IT Club
- Cyber-Security Club
- Cyber-Incident Response Club
Meet the Faculty
Professor, Computer Information Technology
Michael Tu is a professor of computer information technology and director of the Center for Cybersecurity.
Professor, Computer Information Technology
Ricardo A. Calix, Ph.D. is a Professor of Computer Information Technology at Purdue University Northwest.
Professor, Computer Information Technology
Tae-Hoon Kim is a professor of computer information technology in the department of Computer Information Technology and Graphics. His expertise includes computer network, security and data science.
Associate Professor, Computer Information Technology
Ying Luo is an associate professor in the department of computer information technology and graphics. Her research and teaching focus on algorithm design, database management and cybersecurity.
Lecturer, Computer Information Technology
Current responsibilities include teaching Networking, Operating System, Cyber Security and Computer Forensic Courses. I’m also the Advisor for the Gamers’ and Cyber ROAR Clubs.
Earn a Cybersecurity Certificate at PNW
Purdue University Northwest’s cybersecurity certificate provides a foundation of cybersecurity knowledge through hands-on experiences.
To see how a cybersecurity certificate from PNW opens doors, from corporate boardrooms to non-profit leadership, take the next step today!
