Information Security Analyst (Security+ Certification)

Possible career opportunities for those with a CompTIA® Security+ certification include Information Security Analyst, Information Security Specialist, Network Security Analyst, Security Administrator, Security Analyst, and Systems Analyst. Tasks associated with these positions include: develop plans to safeguard sensitive data; perform risk assessments; conduct penetration testing; encrypt data transmissions and erect firewalls; research IT security trends; monitor current reports of computer viruses;​ and recommend security upgrades. This career requires continued training and education.

This program prepares students to take the CompTIA® Security+ exam and for a career in computer network security. Gain an introduction to the Information Security field and explore how it relates to other IT areas and specialized security fields. Students learn: current security essentials; common security threats and ramifications; development of secure information security strategies; common attacks and how to safeguard against them; cryptography basics; physical security; disaster recovery; business continuity; the role of computer forensics in information security; and ethical behavior appropriate to security-related technologies.

Successful candidates must be self-motivated, independent learners, detail-oriented, and have strong analytical skills, the ability to take direction, and the ability to work both independently and as a team member.

According to the U.S. Department of Labor, overall employment of information security analysts is projected to grow 37% from 2020 to 2030 in Maryland. Projected annual job openings in Maryland are 1,000. Additional career information may be found in Career Coach: https://ccbcmd.lightcastcc.com/​.

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