Cybersecurity Program

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Delivery Options:
In-Person, Online
Degree Type:
Associate of Applied Science Degree
Program Length Once Accepted To Program:
4 Semesters

Why Pursue Cybersecurity?

The Cybersecurity degree prepares you for a career as a system technician/system analyst with a focus on the skills required to understand and conceptualize, design, procure and/or build secure information technology systems. The program is designed with maximum flexibility as you can decide each day whether to attend classes face-to-face, live online with the instructor and your fellow students or online at a time convenient for you.

Graduates are prepared to:

  • Support, administer and maintain information technology systems for performance and security.
  • Lead, manage, direct and advocate for effective cybersecurity operations.
  • Identify, analyze and mitigate threats to IT systems and networks.
  • Review and evaluate incoming cybersecurity information for intelligence purposes.
  • Investigate cybersecurity events, IT crimes, and digital evidence.
  • Implement measures to safeguard IT infrastructure and data.
  • Coordinate responses to cybersecurity incidents and breaches.
  • Earn CompTIA certifications, including A+, Network+, Security+, CySA+, and Linux+.

Types of courses

ITS 280 Computer Repair and Maintenance
ITS 164 Networking Fundamentals
ITS 245 Computer Forensics
ITS 222 Enterprise Security

Career Opportunities

Steve Robinett' Intro to Programming course, spring 2023.

Additional Program Information

Get to Know the Cybersecurity Faculty

Steve Robinett

Computer Science Faculty & Department Chair

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Great Falls College cybersecurity students get real-world experience with state internship

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Great Falls College’s cybersecurity program offers tips for Cybersecurity Awareness Month

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