Francis Tuttle Technology Cyber Program - G. Porter

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The National Cybersecurity Workforce Framework is the foundation for increasing the size and capability of the US cybersecurity workforce. The Workforce Framework is a national resource for employers, educators, trainers, and policy makers, providing a common cybersecurity lexicon.

Link to About National Initiative For Cybersecurity Education (NICE)

Interactive Version of the NICE Framework

660 hours

Intended to prepare students for enter level IT positions.   It focuses on CompTIA's A+ and Cisco's Cisco Certified Entry Networking Technician certifications.

It also includes the core classes which are required for all the other majors.

List the area of study approved by the ODCTE, and the individual classes.

Link to ODCTE information regarding the major

780 hours

The major adds the hours for the student to gain the Cisco Certified Network Associate Security Speciality (CCNA Security)   The Cisco Certified Network Associate Security validates associate-level knowledge and skills required to secure Cisco networks. With a CCNA Security certification, a network professional demonstrates the skills required to develop a security infrastructure, recognize threats and vulnerabilities to networks, and mitigate security threats. The CCNA Security curriculum emphasizes core security technologies, the installation, troubleshooting and monitoring of network devices to maintain integrity, confidentiality and availability of data and devices, and competency in the technologies that Cisco uses in its security structure.

Link to ODCTE information about the major

Information Systems Security Professional  (INFOSEC)

Students in this major gain the technical skills required for Cisco Certified Network Entry Technician, CompTIA A+, CompTIA Network+, and Linux+     If the student maintains an grade of 85% or better they are eligible for the Committee National System Security 4011 certificate.

Depending on the capstone chosen the student can also be ready for one of the following

Security+, Storage+, Cloud+ or Healthcare IT Technician.

ODCTE Career major information

Cyber Security Professional (Networking Emphasis)

More information regarding the ODCTE requirements for this major

NETLAB+ enables our program to host real IT equipment, virtual machines, and lab content on the Internet to support IT training. NETLAB+ includes all the software needed to provide an environment through which students may schedule and complete lab exercises forthe  Cyber Security Program courses.

Students develop an understanding of emerging information technology and data communications. Students demonstrate, in a laboratory setting, knowledge of the necessary skills of building a computer, installing the operating systems, adding peripherals and connecting the computer to a local-area network as well as the internet.

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This course introduces the architecture, structure, functions, components, and models of the Internet and other computer networks. The principles and structure of IP addressing and the fundamentals of Ethernet concepts, media, and operations are introduced to provide a foundation for the curriculum. By the end of the course, participants will be able to build simple LANs, perform basic configurations for routers and switches, and implement IP addressing schemes.

NRS 1 - Introduction to Networking Release Data

This course describes the architecture, components, and operations of routers and switches in a small network. Participants learn how to configure a router and a switch for basic functionality. By the end of this course, participants will be able to configure and troubleshoot routers and switches and resolve common issues with RIPv1, RIPng, single area and multi-area OSPF, virtual LANs, and inter-VLAN routing in both IPv4 and IPv6 networks.

NRS2 - Routing & Switching Essentials - Release Data

This course describes the architecture, components, and operations of routers and switches in larger and more complex networks. Participants learn how to configure routers and switches for advanced functionality. By the end of this course, participants will be able to configure and troubleshoot routers and switches and resolve common issues with OSPF, EIGRP, and STP in both IPv4 and IPv6 networks. Participants will also develop the knowledge and skills needed to implement a WLAN in a small-to-medium network.

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This course discusses the WAN technologies and network services required by converged applications in a complex network. The course enables participants to understand the selection criteria of network devices and WAN technologies to meet network requirements. Participants learn how to configure and troubleshoot network devices and resolve common issues with data link protocols. Participants will also develop the knowledge and skills needed to implement virtual private network (VPN) operations in a complex network.

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The CCNA® Security course provides a next step for individuals who want to enhance their CCNA-level skill set and help meet the growing demand for network security professionals. The curriculum provides an introduction to the core security concepts and skills needed for the installation, troubleshooting, and monitoring of network devices to maintain the integrity, confidentiality, and availability of data and devices.

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This course is an introduction into networking as well as an intensive introduction to multi-tasking networking operation systems. Student will get the hands-on skills necessary to work with the Linux operation systems in a network administration environment. Comprehensive coverage includes updated information pertinent to the latest Linux distributions, as well as new storage technologies such as LVM and ext4. Readers will learn about new and expanded material on key job-related networking services including FTP, NFS, Samba, Apache, DNS, DHCP, NTP, RADIUS, LDAP, Squid, Sendmail, Postfix, X, SSH, VNC, SQL, and updated information on security practices and technologies

The CompTIA A+ certification is considered the entry level certification for the IT industry.

Cisco Certified Entry Networking Technician (CCENT) validates the ability to install, operate and troubleshoot a small enterprise branch network, including basic network security

Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) Routing and Switching is a certification program for entry-level network engineers that helps maximize your investment in foundational networking knowledge and increase the value of your employer's network.

Since the CompTIA Linux+ is an introduction to Linux, hence you will be starting off at the bottom of the ladder. You will kickstart your career as a Systems Administrator or Linux Administrator. As you gather experience, you can always looks towards better designation and higher salary. The mid and senior level designations include Senior Linux Administrator.

In the digital world of today, there’s an increasing need for security experts to protect organizations against cyber criminals and safeguard valuable company data. The solution to this is network security, which needs to implement by proper security professional with expertise in the subject matter. One of the most sought after security certifications currently in the market is CompTIA’s Security+ certification

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Cyber Security Education Consortium or CSEC is an Advanced Technological Education (ATE) center formed under a grant from the National Science Foundation by the ODCTE.   CareerTech serves as one of the lead CSEC institutions and collaboratively works with members in the CSEC eight-state region to develop cutting edge information assurance curriculum to create a highly skilled workforce.

Francis Tuttle was one of the original founding institutions.

Francis Tuttle was designated a National Centers of Academic Excellence in Information Assurance 2-Year Education by the National Security Agency (NSA) and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in 20xx.

The National CyberWatch Center is another National Science Foundation Academic Technology Center.  They are a consortium of higher education institutions, public and private schools, businesses, and government agencies focused on collaborative efforts to advance cybersecurity education and strengthen the national cybersecurity workforce.

Every year, hundreds of thousands of Networking Academy students worldwide gain the skills needed to build, design, and maintain computer networks; improving their career prospects while filling the global demand for networking professionals. With 9,000 academies in 170 countries, Networking Academy helps individuals prepare for industry-recognized certifications and entry-level information and communication technology (ICT) careers in virtually every type of industry. Students develop foundational skills in ICT while acquiring vital 21st-century career skills in problem solving, collaboration, and critical thinki

Francis Tuttle is proud to have been one of the first Cisco Academy starting in October 1998

VMware designed the IT Academy Program to introduce students to VMware technologies and equip them with VMware technical skills to complement their chosen fields of study.