Launch Your Cybersecurity Career

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Certificate Programs

22 Courses in total

Entry-Mid Level Certificate

Cybersecurity Foundations Certificate

Build core security knowledge and prepare for entry to mid-level cybersecurity roles

Program Objectives

Graduates are prepared for entry to mid-level roles such as:

  • Cybersecurity Analyst
  • SOC Technician
  • Threat Detection Specialist
  • System Security Administrator

Curriculum Includes:

  • Fundamentals of Cybersecurity
  • Introduction to Computer Networks
  • Network and Endpoint Security
  • Cryptography
  • IT Fundamentals
  • Digital Forensic Investigation
  • Threat Detection & Monitoring
  • IDS/IPS Systems
  • Ethical Hacking & Penetration Testing
  • Kali Linux
  • SIEM Solutions
  • Information Security Fundamentals

Instructional Details

Method

Online lecture, virtual lab, computer-assisted instruction

Completion Time

6 – 12 months (average)

Credit Hours

Not applicable. Instruction is measured in clock hours.

Advanced Level Certificate

Offensive Security (Red Team / Ethical Hacking)

Master offensive security techniques to identify and exploit vulnerabilities ethically

Program Focus Areas

Develop advanced skills in ethical hacking and penetration testing:

  • Ethical Hacking
  • Penetration Testing
  • Vulnerability Assessment
  • Exploit Development
  • Web Application Security
  • Wireless Security
  • Social Engineering (Ethical Context)
  • Red Team Operations

Career Outcomes

  • Penetration Tester
  • Ethical Hacker
  • Red Team Operator
  • Vulnerability Analyst

Program Features

Hands-On Labs

Real-world simulations in controlled environments

Certification Prep

Prepares for CEH, OSCP, and other industry certifications

Examination

You must pass with 70% and above to be granted a certificate

Authenticity

Certificates are authorised and licensed by Washington State Workforce Training & Education

Scope and Sequence

Comprehensive 12-module curriculum covering foundational to advanced cybersecurity concepts

Module 1: Introduction to Cybersecurity

Cybersecurity fundamentals, threat landscape, security principles, and ethical considerations

Module 2: Networking Fundamentals

TCP/IP, network protocols, routing, switching, and network security basics

Module 3: Operating Systems Security

Windows, Linux, and macOS security, hardening, and access controls

Module 4: Threats and Vulnerabilities

Malware, attack vectors, vulnerability assessment, and common exploits

Module 5: Risk Management

Risk assessment, mitigation strategies, and security governance frameworks

Module 6: Security Operations

SOC operations, monitoring, incident triage, and security tooling

Module 7: Incident Response

Incident handling, forensics, containment, eradication, and recovery

Module 8: Ethical Hacking Basics

Reconnaissance, scanning, exploitation, and post-exploitation techniques

Module 9: Cloud Security

Cloud infrastructure security, configuration, and shared responsibility model

Module 10: Compliance and Governance

Regulatory frameworks, audits, policies, and security standards

Module 11: Capstone Project

Real-world security project integrating knowledge from all modules

Module 12: Final Assessment

Comprehensive evaluation of skills and knowledge acquired