Information Assurance and Cybersecurity

Program Type: Face-to-Face, Fully Online
Program Level: Degrees, Online, Certificates
Department: Mathematics, Engineering & CIS
Institute: Science & Technology
College: SAC
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What is the program?

A cybersecurity certificate or degree is intended to equip you with the knowledge and skills to defend computer operating systems, networks, and data from cyber-attacks. Although these programs incorporate theoretical concepts, they are technical in nature. Having this technical knowledge is key. Whether you are designing system architectures with certain security characteristics or detecting risks, threats, and vulnerabilities, you are on the front line of defense.

What will I learn?

Students in this field will learn to emphasize computer engineering, computer science, problem-solving, and communication skills.

What can I do with this course of study?

Entry-level positions include a variety of analyst, specialist, and technician job titles.

Be on the front line of defense in the evolving fields of cybersecurity, information security, and information assurance.

Contact Us

Troy Touchette
Department Chair
Nail Technical Center (NTC) 229
(210) 486-1051
ttouchette@alamo.edu

Kim Muschalek
Networking/Cyber Program Coordinator
Nail Technical Center (NTC) 219
(210) 486-1059
kmuschalek@alamo.edu