Cybersecurity, CSC
This one-year program prepares students for entry-level jobs in cyber security and networking and provides training for students already working in the field.
Students will study network security models and policies; network attacks, hacking, and protection measures; and how to communicate effectively in IT environments. Students will also participate in an internship, giving them hands-on experience in their field. This program is only offered online.
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Degree Requirements and Outcomes
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Tuition Assistance
This major is eligible for G3 tuition assistance for qualified students.
Career Paths
Jobs in this field include network analyst and cyber threat analyst.
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Chair, Department of Information Technology
Microsoft Outage
From the Virginia Community College System: Microsoft is experiencing a widespread outage affecting Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft 365, and related services like SharePoint, Teams, and OneDrive. The issue began late Wednesday and peaked on Thursday, November 12, 2026, with tens of thousands of users reporting problems accessing Exchange Online mailboxes, signing in, or loading inboxes across the Americas and globally. Microsoft has confirmed they are investigating the disruptions under incident tracking (including EX1550543) and are rolling out fixes, though some services may still experience intermittent connectivity.