Courses

The Certified Cybersecurity Technician (C|CT) program is an entry-level, hands-on course
designed to meet the growing demand for qualified cybersecurity talent. It validates real,
practical skills across core security domains through guided labs, scenario-based challenges,
and critical-thinking exercises—preparing new professionals to support modern IT and
security operations from day one.

Learners gain end-to-end foundational coverage of cybersecurity concepts and tools, building
confidence to identify risks, implement security controls, monitor environments, and respond
to common threats in small business and enterprise settings.

What You’ll Learn

• Cybersecurity fundamentals, terminology, and the CIA triad
• Endpoint hardening, patching, and secure configuration
• Network basics: IP, VLANs, firewalls, and secure Wi-Fi
• Threats, attacks, and common malware behaviors
• Identity & access management (passwords, MFA, least privilege)
• Security monitoring basics: logs, alerts, and triage
• Incident response fundamentals and reporting

Topics Covered

• Operating system security (Windows/Linux) and baseline hardening
• Secure use of tools: AV/EDR, SIEM basics, vulnerability scanners
• Email/web security, phishing detection, and user awareness
• Cryptography essentials and PKI concepts (at a technician level)
• Backups, continuity basics, and recovery verification
• Ticketing, documentation, and knowledge-base contributions

Format & Materials

• Instructor-led sessions with hands-on labs and guided demos
• Realistic scenarios and troubleshooting playbooks
• Checklists, lab guides, and exam-focused practice

Prerequisites

• Basic computer literacy; prior IT support experience helpful but not required
• Cybersecurity Fundamentals (CIS 101) recommended

Outcomes & Next Steps

• Demonstrate job-ready technician skills across core security domains
• Support incident triage, endpoint/network hardening, and user security
• Prepare for the Certified Cybersecurity Technician (C|CT) exam
• Progress toward roles like Junior Security Analyst, SOC Tier 1, or IT Security Technician