Cyber Security
Prepare yourself for a promising career in cyber security. Gain industry training in actively seeking, isolating and protecting against cyber threats. You learn network security policies and general cyber security practices in our nationally recognized cyber program. Learn best practices to monitor networks, defend against cyber attacks and prevent vulnerabilities.
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Secure Futures Start Here
Familiarize yourself with programming languages like C# and Python and how best to use them on the job. We prepare you to take certification tests recognized by the cyber security industry.
Practice identifying and preventing network threats. Map digital footprints to help you pinpoint attackers and repair security. You gain client skills needed to effectively communicate and perform your job to help others stay secure.
Ready for Industry
Industry demand is expected to increase by 33% in this decade and Butler cyber security graduates are sought after.
We offer certificates in:
- TestOut PC Ori
- Network Pro
- Security Pro
Prepare to test for these added certifications:
- CompTIA A+
- Network+
- Security+
- Microsoft Server Pro
- Microsoft Client Pro
- AccessData Certified Examiner Certificate
National Cyber Security Associations Believe in Butler
Recognized by the National Security Agency (NSA) & Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Butler is designated a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense Education. This elite designation confirms our program's rigor in developing a highly trained workforce with expertise in cyber defense and qualified to reduce vulnerability in our national information infrastructure.
Your Future Career
Our program is designed to get you in the workforce faster than a four-year degree! Your Cyber Security associate degree can lead you to future careers like:
- IT tech
- Information security analyst
- Network security engineer
Classes You'll Take
These are some examples of courses in our Cyber Security program.
- CompTIA Network+
- Network Clients
- Digital Forensics
Cyber Security (Associate of Applied Science)
Cyber Security (Certificate)
Cyber Security Certificate Information
In two semesters, you'll be prepared to test for third-party certificates with your foundational cyber security education. This option is designed to help you get started in the industry faster than our associate degree. Third-party certificates include:
- CompTIA
- A+
- Network+
- Security+
- Project+
- TESTOUT PCPro
- Network Pro
- Security Pro
- Server Pro
- Client Pro
- Microsoft Client
- Microsoft Server.
Get Involved & Experience Leadership
Ctrl-Alt-Elite Student Club
Ctrl-Alt-Elite is a student organization designed to provide educational opportunities, including guest speakers, field trips, capture-the-flag competitions and internship opportunities to students seeking careers in web development, computer or cybersecurity/information technology (IT).
Related News
Kansas National Guard to Train Cybersecurity Professionals
Kansas Community Colleges and Kansas National Guard sign proclamation establishing new statewide partnership.
Butler and Augusta Public Schools Launch CyberIT Program
Butler Community College and Augusta Public Schools have launched a new CyberIT Career and Technical Education pathway that prepares Butler County high school students for high-wage, high-demand careers in information technology and cybersecurity.
Additional Information
Kansas Promise Scholarship Eligible
Qualified students in eligible programs can earn their two-year degree and have their tuition, fees and books paid for.
