Micro-Credential
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The Ethical Hacking and Penetration Testing micro-credential is awarded to learners who demonstrate advanced knowledge and skill required to plan, organize and perform penetration testing on a simple network.
Through this Level IV Badge, you will prepare to sit for the CompTIA+ Certification and learn to write formal pen test reports, discuss legal and ethical requirements, scope a pen test project, execute basic commands in Kali Linux, collect open-source intelligence against a target, explain the difference between active and passive scanning and scan a network using Nmap.
You should pursue this micro-credential if:
You want to advance your career in the field of cybersecurity
Your career aspirations would benefit from closing technology skill gaps in high-demand areas
You are interested in earning transferable academic credit to our MS in Cybersecurity program
This program can be completed entirely online and is offered in accordance with the for-credit course that comprises the micro-credential. Please refer to the Course Catalog for the most recent information regarding course sections and schedules.
Mandatory Course:
CYB 615 (Offered every year)
Next Session: May 20, 2024 - July 5, 2024
All learners who complete the criteria will earn a Level IV Badge.
Complete CYB 615 Intro to Ethical Hacking (3 Credits). In this course, students learn the basics of conducting a penetration test, including understanding the legal requirements, how to conduct reconnaissance operations, operating common penetration testing tools and how to document the results of a penetration test.
Assessment of completion of micro-credential requirements is completed by faculty evaluators through the completion of required courses.
Key Skills Acquired:
Vulnerability Scanning
Passive/Active Reconnaissance
Kali
Metasploit
Perform a Social Engineering Attack
Perform Post-Exploitation Techniques
The highest level of micro-credentials we offer, Level IV badges are recognized by employers as a means of identifying learners who are qualified and capable of performing particular skills or sharing specialized knowledge within professional environments.
By earning a micro-credential, learners across a wide array of industries, verticals and professional fields are able to showcase the acquisition of specialized knowledge that offers unique value in the workplace. Micro-credentials are flexible and versatile, designed and delivered in an accelerated format by our experienced faculty and industry thought leaders who understand critical shortages and skills gaps.
All students who complete a micro-credential associated with academic credit or co-curricular experiences will receive a designation on their transcript and a digital badge through Credly. Micro-credential earners are encouraged to share their achievements on resumes, social media platforms and e-portfolios.
Learners can begin their pursuit of micro-credentials at any level; individuals who are new to the field are best suited for Participation or Level I badges, whereas experienced professionals might be more interested in advanced Level III Badges or Level IV Certifications. More information about our micro-credential taxonomy can be found below.
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