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Gifts to Honor the Legacy of Mel Zuckerman

Programs Computers & Media

Cybersecurity and Artificial Intelligence

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Assess the security needs of computer and network systems, recommend safeguard solutions, and manage the implementation and maintenance of security devices, systems, and procedures to protect the property and operation of private businesses and government agencies.



Eligibility

Grades 10-12

Things to Consider

  1. Students must have the ability to spend extended periods of time in front of a computer screen.

Direct Employment

  • Technology Analyst
  • Security Analyst
  • Junior Cloud Analyst

Jobs Available After Additional or Advanced Training

  • Cyber Defense and Computer Systems Security Administrator
  • Cloud Administrator
  • Computer Network Architect
  • Computer and Information Researcher

Locations

JTED @ The Bridges

3300 S. Park Ave.

Schedule Availability

  • Mondays & Wednesdays 4:30 to 7 p.m.
  • Tuesdays & Thursdays 4:30 to 7 p.m.

See the Cybersecurity Classroom


Program Completion/Sequence

Year 1

Learn to program in Linux 1+ and Python.

Year 2

Learn the baseline skills necessary to perform core security functions and pursue an IT security career.

Year 3

Assess the security of computer systems by looking for weaknesses and vulnerabilities in target systems and learn about tools related to hacking with a focus of preventing hacking.


Entrance Requirements for Year 2 & 3

  • Year 2: successful completion of Year 1
  • Year 3: successful completion of Year 2
  • Completion of Cybersecurity Program (Years 1-3) requires successful completion of a penetration test report, 80% or more of Test Out Coursework, and Certification

Certifications

  • Year 1:
    • Linux+
    • Python
  • Year 2:
    • CompTIA Sec+
    • Amazon Web Services (AWS) – Cloud Practitioner
    • TestOut – Security Pro Certification
  • Year 3:
    • Certified Ethical Hacker

Credits

1/Year


Instructor

  • Jason Pototsky

    Jason Pototsky

    Information Technology Instructor

Dual Enrollment

Pima Community College (PCC) Dual Enrollment Credits Offered:

  • Year 1
    • CIS 129 – Programing and Problem Solving (4 credits)
    • CIS 137 – Introduction to the UNIX Operating System ( 3 credits)
  • Year 2
    • CIS 133 – Fundamentals of Personal Computer Security ( 3 credits)
    • CIS 219 – Programming and Problem Solving I ( 3 credits)
  • Year 3
    • CIS 247 – Ethical Hacking ( 3 credits)

*Dual Enrollment Credits available to students are dependent on teacher credentials*

What is Dual Enrollment?

Beneficial Classes to Take in High School

Academic Classes

  • English
  • Math – Algebra

CTE Classes

  • Computer Maintenance
  • Software Apps and Design (Computer Science)

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