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Information Technology Cybersecurity & System Administrator Certificate
Information Technology Cybersecurity & System Administrator Certificate
at Southwestern Michigan College
West Michigan Catalog
The cybersecurity and system administrator certificate prepares students for entry-level work in IT systems. Cybersecurity and system administrators maintain computer systems. They may install, maintain, monitor, update, and repair computers, servers, and applications. In the cybersecurity and system administrator certificate program, you’ll learn about PC maintenance, wireless communications, networking, servers, CISCO routers and switches, and more. Along the way, you’ll have the opportunity to pick up internationally recognized certifications from CompTIA, CISCO, Microsoft, and more. You’ll also develop the professional skills needed for successful employment such as self-management, communication, and interviewing. Employment opportunities may be available in any industry, from education and non-profits to corporations and global enterprises. The cybersecurity and system administrator certificate is a one-year program designed for entry-level employment. Additional coursework can be added to earn an associate degree for advanced career and educational opportunities.
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Network and Computer Systems Administrators
Install, configure, and maintain an organization's local area network (LAN), wide area network (WAN), data communications network, operating systems, and physical and virtual servers. Perform system monitoring and verify the integrity and availability of hardware, network, and server resources and systems. Review system and application logs and verify completion of scheduled jobs, including system backups. Analyze network and server resource consumption and control user access. Install and upgrade software and maintain software licenses. May assist in network modeling, analysis, planning, and coordination between network and data communications hardware and software.
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