NuPaths: IT Security Analyst

Program Description:

An IT Security Analyst (or Security Operations Center Analyst) supports the detection, containment, and remediation of IT threats. They monitor networks/applications to identify a possible cyber-attack or intrusion and help coordinate and report on cyber incident responses. IT Security Analyst provides analysis and trending of security log data, Incident Response (IR) support, and threat and vulnerability analyses. Because businesses are becoming more and more vulnerable to cyber security threats, this position has grown in importance and will continue to see increased opportunities.

Training Provider: NUPATHS
Program Length: 28 weeks
Program Dates: December 12, 2022 – June 24, 2023
Pre-requisites: Interest and aptitude for cyber security topics, High School Diploma or GED
Training Schedule: Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday | 6:00 – 7:30 PM
Skills Learned: Windows Server, Network management DNS, TCP/IP, Network protocols and topologies, Active Directory, System recovery, Anti-malware products, Firewalls, Wireless router/switch, External storage, Mobile devices, Network ports, Malware detection, Social engineering, Application/service attacks, Wireless attacks, Cryptographic attacks, Penetration testing, Vulnerability scanning Security architecture, Identity and access management, Risk management, and Cryptography and PKI
Industry-Recognized Credentials: Certificate of Completion from Harrisburg University of Science & Technology and Stackable Credentials: CompTIA IT Fundamentals, Microsoft Technology Associate: Windows Server Administration Fundamentals, CompTIA Network+, Microsoft Technology Associate: Security Fundamentals, and CompTIA Security+
College Credit(s) Earned: 8