Information Technology Specialist (Security)
Program Goals & Outcomes
Individuals who earn the CompTIA Security+ Certification will have developed the necessary entry-level skills to effectively perform core security functions in IT. This micro-credential prepares students to meet eligibility requirements for many entry-level cybersecurity job roles. There are two options available to complete this micro-credential.
All micro-credentials are fully stackable with all other academic programs, allowing students to build customized pathways toward certificates, associate degrees, or even bachelor’s degrees.
Students must complete the required coursework or training to earn this micro-credential.
For more information, contact:
Mike Dubuque – WFD Cyber Adjunct
Email: [email protected]
Greg Porter – WFD Adjunct Instructor
Email: [email protected]
Rose State College and other Oklahoma colleges and universities have memorandums of understanding which identify course equivalencies between both institutions. These agreements aid transfer students.
For more details, visit the Articulation Agreements page.
- Administer Cyber Governance
- Assess Security Posture
- Identify Attacks and Vulnerabilities
- Implement Best Practices
- Implement Encryption
- Implement Public Key Infrastructure
- Implement Security Solutions
- Perform Digital Forensics
- Perform Identity and Access Management
- Perform Incident Response
- Risk and Compliance
- Secure Application Deployment
- Support Organizational Risk Management
- Understand Secure Virtualization
Option 1:
- Complete Rose State College CIT 2323 Security+ Certification Preparation course with a minimum grade of B.
Option 2:
- Complete CompTIA Security+ online self-study training course with accompanying labs and practice tests AND complete 40 hours of instructor-led CompTIA Security+ exam preparation training.
Option 1 and Option 2:
- Complete and pass CompTIA Security+ exam.
After completing this micro-credential, you will receive a digital badge to showcase your skills. This badge highlights your ability to perform essential security functions in IT effectively.
- Rose State College Micro-Credentials: https://www.workforce.rose.edu/microcredentials
- Course Details and Enrollment: https://workforcece.rose.edu/rose/course/course.aspx?catId=1