Cloud Courses are now being offered along with our new Cyber Security A.S. degree. The CNSE program also has Cyber Security Team members training and competing in National Cyber League competitions. Many opportunities exist for Penetration Testers, and Cyber Security related careers.

IMPORTANT NOTE:  Industry demands seem to change almost daily in this growing field. To keep pace with this growing educational need, Moorpark College continually updates, revises and develops its CNSE courses. To see the most accurate listing of the courses available, consult the current semester’s Schedule of Classes www.moorparkcollege.edu/schedule. Full-time faculty members, Edmond Garcia and Kevin Rickard are able to provide up-to-date information. They can be reached at egarcia@vcccd.edu or krickard@vcccd.edu. Students can also make an appointment with a counselor at (805) 378-1428 to learn more

Cyber Security Penetration Tester Proficiency Award
Penetration Testing focus
11 Units

Cyber Security Advanced Penetration Tester Proficiency Award
Advanced Penetration Testing focus
12 Units

Cyber Security Administration Certificate of Achievement
Cyber Security Advanced Administration
22-24 Units

Cyber Security Administration Proficiency Award
Cyber Security Administration
12 Units

Cyber Security Cloud Administration
Cloud focus
9 Units

Associate in Science: Cybersecurity

The Cybersecurity program prepares students for careers as security analysts. Students who complete the program will be able to secure networks by performing penetration testing, security audits, digital forensics and investigations, developing security policies, and providing overall security guidance to organizations.

The Moorpark College Cybersecurity A.S. degree is recognized by the National Security Agency (NSA) as a National Center of Execellence in Cyber Defense (NCAE-CD).  This is a rigorous designation that ensures graduates are well prepared for cutting edge Cybersecurity jobs.  Learn more about the NCAE-CD designation.

Topics include network security, Windows and Linux security, intruder detection systems and firewalls, web security and protocols, virtualization and cloud security, and security policies and procedures.

Required courses Recommended Sequence

Block 1 -Complete all Block 1 courses which establish a foundation.
Can be taken concurrently

M01 Networking Fundamentals (4 Units) Online
CompTIA Network+ Plus Exam# N10-008
Certification Available

M06 Fundamentals of IT Essentials: PC Hardware & Software 
(4 Units) Online
CompTIA A+, Exam#'s 220-1101 & 1102
Certification Available

M18 Cisco Systems Computer Networking A (4 Units) Hyflex
Cisco CCNA Sem 1 + 2
Certification Available

M30 Windows Admin (3 Units) Hybrid
Microsoft Windows 10 Exam 70-697/8
Certification Available

M55 Linux+ Admin (3 Units) Online
CompTIA Exam, Exam# XKO-004
Certification Available

M57 Scripting for Security Management (3 Units) Online
BASH and Python

M82 Introduction to Network Security (3 Units) Hybrid
CompTIA Security+, Exam# SY0-601
Certification Available

M80 Internship in Computer Network Systems Engineering/Cybersecurity
(1 Unit) Remote
Contact Dept for Details, Internship Prep, etc

3-4 Units from Group A, and 5 Units from Group B
Total Major Units: 33 - 37

Block 2 – After completion of Block 1 courses, select any 5 courses

Restrictive Electives Group A:

M13 Internetworking & TCP/IP (4 Units) Online
Wireshark + Protocols

M19 Cisco 2 + 3 (4 Units) Hyflex
CCNA Prep
Certification Available

M31 Windows Server (3 Units) Hybrid
Microsoft Server Exam
Certification Available

Restrictive Electives Group B: Students begin program with Group A courses, then complete Group B courses. Students can continue with any Group B courses once Group A foundational courses are completed.

M56 Adv Linux Admin (3 Units) Online
CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner
Comptia CASP Exam
Certification Available

M67 VMware (3 Units) Class
Vmware Exam VCP Exam
Certification Available

M83 Digital Forensics (3 Units) Class
EX-Council Exam
Certification Available

M84 Cert Ethical Hacker (3 Units) Class
EC-Council CEH Exam 312-50
Certification Available

M86 Palo Alto Firewalls (3 Units) Class
Firewall Admin PCCSA Exam
Certification Available

M100 Cert Sec Analyst (3 Units) Online
CompTIA CySA+ Exam CS0-001
Certification Available

M105 Cloud Practitioner (3 Units) Online
AWS Cloud Practitioner
Certification Available

M106 Cloud Architect (3 Units) Online
AWS cloud Architect
Certification Available

M111 Azure Cloud Fundamentals (3 Units) Online
Azure Fundamentals Certification
Certification Available

M170 Cert Cloud Security  (3 Units) Online
(ISC)2 Cloud Security Exam
Certification Available

Proposed B.S. Applied Cybersecurity & Network Operations

The Applied Cybersecurity Network Operations Bachelor of Science (B.S.) Degree Program will develop the skills, abilities, and knowledge students need to provide support and guidance to organizations dealing with security policy compliance, security procedures, and providing security-related technical support. The B.S. will prepare students for employment in Technical and Cybersecurity support positions in the Information Technology sector. Students will gain knowledge in Cybersecurity principles, security risk, threats and countermeasures for mitigation, social engineering, penetration testing principles, digital forensic investigations, security controls, and network equipment configurations such as workstations, servers, switches, routers, firewalls, and wireless devices where the configuration of security controls and "Best Practices" are tested and validated. The proposed program curriculum also includes simulation software that allows students to learn from home and attend campus labs where "Hands-On" activities can be performed on live equipment. 

This program is pending final approval from the California Board of Governors. For more information contact MCbdp@vcccd.edu. 

CyberSecurity Video (2 min)

Certificates offered (See Pdf List)

What is Cybersecurity?

What Is Cybersecurity? - Cisco

What questions should I be asking about Cybersecurity?

7 Pressing Cybersecurity Questions Boards Need to Ask (hbr.org)

What can I do to better prepare to prevent a Cyber breach?

4 Things You Can Do To Keep Yourself Cyber Safe | CISA

Community Cybersecurity Resources

The Moorpark College Cybersecurity and Network Systems Engineering (CNSE) Cybersecurity Resource Center provides Cybersecurity resources for the Community, Educators, and Students.

Infographics for Cybersecurity Education:
Infographics at the NCSC - NCSC.GOV.UK

For Educators and Students:

Request NSA activities, partners, and STEM fair judges for your K-12 classroom

AFA CyberPatriot Website (uscyberpatriot.org)

National Cyber League

Cybersecurity for Teachers | NICCS (cisa.gov)

National Centers of Academic Excellence (nsa.gov)

Cybersecurity News:

Krebs on Security – In-depth security news and investigation

The Hacker News - Most Trusted Cyber Security and Computer Security Analysis

CSO | Security news, features and analysis about prevention, protection and business innovation. (csoonline.com)

News from CISA.gov - Live RSS Feed