Cybersecurity I (CIS 500)

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Course Description

Cybersecurity I Program

Program Code: CIS 500 — Foundations of Cybersecurity, DevOps, IoT & AI

The Cybersecurity I Program delivers a comprehensive, career-focused foundation designed
to prepare students for entry-to-mid-level roles across cybersecurity, DevOps, IoT, and
artificial intelligence disciplines. This pathway builds on core IT skills and expands into
specialized cybersecurity knowledge aligned with industry demand.

Students progress through a structured curriculum that includes Helpdesk Support,
Internet of Things (IoT), DevOps Specialist, Security+, Risk Management Framework (RMF),
CompTIA CASP+, and Artificial Intelligence
. Hands-on labs and applied projects ensure
learners develop both technical depth and practical experience across modern IT environments.

Who should take this: Individuals seeking a strong, future-ready cybersecurity foundation
that blends IT operations, cloud, DevOps, compliance, and intelligent systems.

What You’ll Learn

  • Core IT support and troubleshooting fundamentals
  • Cybersecurity principles, threat landscapes, and defensive strategies
  • IoT architectures, connectivity models, and security considerations
  • DevOps practices, automation, and platform engineering concepts
  • Security+ baseline security controls and risk mitigation
  • Risk Management Framework (RMF) processes and compliance workflows
  • Artificial Intelligence fundamentals applied to cybersecurity and data analysis

Topics Covered

  • Helpdesk operations and enterprise IT environments
  • Cloud and hybrid infrastructure fundamentals
  • DevOps pipelines, CI/CD, and Site Reliability Engineering concepts
  • Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) fundamentals
  • Security architecture, monitoring, and incident response basics
  • Applied AI and intelligent system integration

Format & Materials

  • Instructor-led training with guided hands-on labs
  • Scenario-based exercises and applied technical projects
  • Downloadable lab guides, frameworks, and certification prep resources

Prerequisites

  • Basic computer literacy
  • No prior cybersecurity experience required

Outcomes & Career Paths

  • Build job-ready skills across cybersecurity, DevOps, IoT, and AI
  • Prepare for roles in cybersecurity operations and compliance
  • Qualify for positions such as AI Analyst, IoT Engineer, DevOps Engineer,
    GRC Analyst, Risk Management Analyst, and Information Assurance Analyst
🎓 Credential: Certificate of Completion — Cybersecurity I (CIS 500)
⏱️ Typical Duration: Multi-program pathway (varies by cohort)
🧠 Delivery: In-person or Live Online