Cyber Security and Networking Technology

Program Director: Lauri Arnold-Calder
Office: Technology Arts 4 Building, Room 103C
Address: 855 E. Lavaca St., Beaumont, TX 77705
Phone: (409) 839-2050
E-mail: csnt@lit.edu

The 60 SCH Cyber Security and Networking Technology (CSNT) program prepares students to work with cyber security and cryptography encryption concepts to protect today's vast computer networks while also learning to design, install, operate, and troubleshoot those same systems. Students receive extensive hands-on training in the latest security and encryption methods used in today's information technology environment. CSNT majors learn using laboratory exercises and/or computer simulation exercises in order to develop maximum manipulative skill and competence with the tools, instruments, computers, and related equipment used to manage and protect small to medium network systems. In order for Cyber Security Technology majors to earn the credentials required for their success, they will receive training to earn one or more of the following industry certifications:

• A+ Certification
• (ISC)2 Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP)
• Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate 
• Network+ Certification
• Security+ Certification
• Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)

The physical requirements and mental abilities, certification expectations, and intensity of instruction required of Cyber Security and Networking Technology (CSNT) majors are high. Therefore, all CSNT major-specific courses must be completed with a grade of "C" or better, or obtain approval of the program director before continuing to take courses as a CSNT major. Additionally, CSNT majors must earn an industry certification in one of the following areas prior to graduation: A+, CCNA, Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate, Network+, Security+, and SSCP. If a student does not meet graduation requirements due only to his or her failure to earn the required certification, the student must then meet the certification requirement for graduation within one additional calendar year. Failure to complete certification requirements for graduation within this time limit will require the student to take additional courses and/or repeat courses (as required by the program director) until certification requirements are met. A graduate of this program is awarded the Associate of Applied Science degree. A certificate in Cyber Defense and Support Technology (CDST) is also offered. 

Awards

• Cyber Security and Networking Technology, A.A.S

• Cyber Defense and Support Technology, Certificate