IT 6200
Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+)
This program prepares you for a career in cybersecurity, with a focus on “defensive” strategies to protect organizations at risk.
Program Overview
Certification earned
Every day, hackers and cybercriminals launch new, sophisticated computer viruses, malware, threats and scams that jeopardize the data security our society relies on. The IT industry is looking for security analysts and other professionals who can troubleshoot information system threats, run vulnerability tests, reverse engineer malware, review hundreds of lines of firewall configuration and create scripts in many languages to combat vulnerability.
- Performs data analysis and interprets the results to identify vulnerabilities, threats, and risks to an organization
- Keeps up latest trends in cybersecurity and anticipates new threats
- Secures and protects applications and systems within an organization
- Combats malware and advanced persistent threats (APTs)
- Applies behavior analytics to the IT security of an organization
What You’ll Learn – IT 6200 Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+)
The Cybersecurity Analyst program is designed for those wanting to obtain the CompTIA CySA+ certification. Covering a broad swath of cybersecurity skills and knowledge, having a CompTIA CySA+ certification helps you stand out in that it covers the newer approaches to cyber-attacks that have been wreaking havoc in the business IT world in recent years.
In our cybersecurity training online, you are taught to prepare for the CompTIA CySA+ exam. CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+) is an international, vendor-neutral IT professional certification that applies behavioral analytics to improve the overall state of IT security. It validates the knowledge and skills required to configure and use threat detection tools, perform data analysis and interpret the results to identify vulnerabilities, threats and risks to an organization, with the end goal of securing and protecting applications and systems within an organization. Once you’ve successfully completed the course, you’ll be prepared to take and pass the CySA+ certification exam, sponsored by CompTIA. MedCerts will cover the cost of your exam.
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Program Details
- High School Diploma or GED
- Web browser with internet connection
- Course registration & payment
- CompTIA Security+, Network+, or equivalent experience
- Minimum of 3-4 years of hands-on information security or related experience
- Expert-led video based training
- Textbook: CySA+ All in One
- Competency assessments
- National Certification exam fee
*The cost of all materials needed for this program are covered by MedCerts. They are not included in the tuition costs and the student is not liable for any costs or fees related to the above materials.
- Dedicated Student Success Advisors
- Tailored support based on performance & behavior
- Exam preparation process
- 1 yr. post-program access to Career Center & Career Coaches
Career Outlook
Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+)
Job Opportunities
openings in the US
potential
Tuition Cost
Cybersecurity Analyst Training Online
- Interest rates from 0-12%
Active Duty Military Grants
MedCerts accepts education benefits from the Department of Defense for Active Duty Army, Coast Guard and Air Force.
Military Spouse Grants
Spouses of Active Duty Service Members in certain ranks may be eligible for assistance up to $2,000 per fiscal year.
Workforce Grants
MedCerts partners with American Job Centers in 30+ states and accepts Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) and other workforce grant funding.
FAQs
Disclaimers
- We recommend a prior CompTIA Network+ or Security+ certification or two years of experience in IT administration with a security focus before taking this program.
- While MedCerts training and related target certifications may be accepted and/or approved by your state of residency, employers reserve the right to dictate prerequisite education, experience, or certification/licensure requirements for their positions. We strongly advise students to research target job posts from area employers and relevant state requirements, barriers, or restrictions prior to enrollment to ensure eligibility upon graduation.
