Cyber Security Program Information
Cyber Security Program Information
The Red Rocks Community College Cyber program is built using the Cybersecurity Framework from the National Institute of Standards & Technology (NIST). To find out more about this framework, visit NIST Cybersecurity Framework
Listen to the Colorado = Security podcast below to learn more about the program. Program interview portion starts at 15:15.
2-year A.A.S. Degree and/or Certificates
RRCC has many Computer Information Systems (CIS) 2-year degrees as well as certificates for students to pursue. Students can earn a degree or certificate to prove that they have the foundational knowledge and entry level skills required for one of the hottest growing careers today. If a career in a cyber security related field interests you, visit: https://niccs.us-cert.gov/careers/cybersecurity-careers to learn out more.
CNG Associates of Applied Science (AAS) Degrees (link)
- Cybersecurity
- Desktop Support (formerly Computer Support Tech)
- Network & Systems (formerly Network Support Tech)
CNG Certificates (link)
- Cisco
- Cybersecurity
- Desktop Support
- Network & Systems
Tuition Information can be found here.
4-year School Transfer Agreements
For cyber students looking to pursue a 4-year degree after completing RRCC, you have local and online options:
- University of Alaska Fairbanks (Fairbanks, AK) - Bachelor's Degree in Security and Emergency Management Website or view transfer agreement here
- Colorado Christian University (Lakewood, CO) - Bachelor's Degree in Information Systems Management Website or view transfer agreement here
- Colorado State University Global (online) - Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology Website or view transfer agreement here
- Grand Canyon University (Phoenix, AZ and Online) - Bachelor's Degree in Cybersecurity Website of view transfer agreement here
- Regis University (Denver, CO) - Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology Website or view transfer agreement here
Industry Certification Prep Coursework
In addition to coursework, industry certifications are another way you can prove your basic understanding of cyber security related concepts. Many of the courses in the Cyber program at RRCC are aligned with industry certifications. This means that after students successfully complete the course, they are better prepared to take these certification exams. As with any exam, it is a good idea to go back over all the necessary material before taking the exam to ensure you are fully prepared. Below are cyber security related courses that align with various industry certification exams:
- CompTIA A+
- CNG 1021 & 1022: Computer Technician
- CompTIA Network+
- CNG 1001: Networking Fundamentals
- ISACA Cybersecurity Fundamentals
- CNG 1031: Principles of Information Assurance
- CompTIA Security+ and (ISC)² Systems Security Certified Practitioner*
- CNG 1032: Network Security Fundamentals
- Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist
- CNG 2011: Windows Configuration
- (ISC)² Certified Cyber Forensics Professional*
- CNG 2058: Digital Forensics
- CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner* and most of (ISC)² Certified Information Systems Security Professional*
- CNG 2059: Enterprise Security
- Cisco Network Associate Cisco Certified Entry Networking Tech and Cisco Certified Network Associate
- CNG 2060, 2061, 2062
*some higher level exams require past or future work experience to be eligible for certification.